Peak District National Park

Outdoor adventures in Peak District National Park

The Peak District National Park features diverse terrain suitable for climbing, sailing, and camping. Gritstone escarpments like Bamford Edge and Froggatt Edge offer established climbing routes and bouldering opportunities. Dovestone Reservoir provides a venue for inland sailing, while various campsites—ranging from the remote Upper Booth Farm to the fully-equipped Greenhills Holiday Park—serve as bases for exploring the Dark Peak and White Peak regions. These locations offer direct access to the Pennine Way, the Monsal Trail, and the limestone dales of Derbyshire.

Peak District Outdoor Adventures — Map

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Bamford Edge

Bamford Edge is an overhang of gritstone rock that sticks out north of the village of Bamford, Hope Valley, in the English county of…

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Bamford Edge

Bamford Edge is an overhang of gritstone rock that sticks out north of the village of Bamford, Hope Valley, in the English county of…

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Froggatt Edge

Froggatt Edge is a gritstone escarpment in the Dark Peak area of the Peak District National Park, in Derbyshire, England, close to the…

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Bamford Edge

Bamford Edge is an overhang of gritstone rock that sticks out north of the village of Bamford, Hope Valley, in the English county of…

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Bamford Edge

Bamford Edge is an overhang of gritstone rock that sticks out north of the village of Bamford, Hope Valley, in the English county of…

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Aldery Edge

Gritstone climbing crag near Beeston Tor featuring lower-grade traditional routes and accessible approach paths.

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The Fat Cobra

A classic gritstone climbing route graded HVS 5a, located within the Stanage Edge area.

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The Tank

A gritstone bouldering feature located at Stanage Edge, known for its specific technical problems.

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Goliath's Groove

A prominent HVS 5a traditional climbing route at Stanage Edge, defined by its distinctive vertical crack.

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The Business Boulder

A gritstone boulder at Stanage Edge featuring several established bouldering problems for various skill levels.

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Dovestone Sailing Club

Dinghy sailing club situated on Dovestone Reservoir, offering racing and training on 100 acres of water at the park's western edge.

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Bank Top Farm Caravan and Camping Site

Elevated campsite overlooking the Manifold Valley and Thorpe Cloud, located near the village of Fenny Bentley.

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Gradbach Scout Camp

A 20-acre riverside campsite in the Dane Valley, providing direct access to the Roaches and Lud’s Church.

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Upper Booth Farm Campsite

Working farm campsite in the Vale of Edale, positioned at the official start of the Pennine Way national trail.

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Dale Farm Campsite

Located near Great Longstone, this site offers direct access to the Monsal Trail for cycling and walking.

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Greenhills Holiday Park

A 15-acre site on the outskirts of Bakewell catering to tents and caravans within the White Peak countryside.

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Clover Fields Caravan Park

An adults-only caravan and camping site near Buxton, situated close to the High Peak Trail.

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Crowden Campsite

Remote site in the Longdendale Valley situated directly on the Pennine Way, suitable for hikers and backpackers.

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Rivendale Caravan and Leisure Park

Situated in a former limestone quarry near Alsop-en-le-Dale, offering immediate access to the Tissington Trail.

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Bakewell Camping & Caravan Club Site

Sloping campsite located near Youlgreave, providing views of the Lathkill Dale area and the surrounding White Peak hills.

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