Things to do & places to visit in Peak District, United Kingdom

Peak District #126 destination in United Kingdom 2023. Timezone: Europe/London, current date and time: Monday, May 06, 2024, 5:14.

Top things to do (39)

Top places to visit (25 attractions)

5.0 Pure Outdoor Ltd. (869 reviews)
- Brilliant climbing company
Monday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Adrenaline & Extreme Tours • Climbing Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Day Trips

The Two-day Improvers rock climbing course was fantastic. Charlie was a really friendly and super knowledgeable guide and the two days were set up really well for starting to learn to climb outdoors independently - a bit of theory on the first day and guided practise, and then opportunities on the second day to look for our own routes, build our own anchors and get lots of climbing in. Now feeling excited to get out and do some more! Definitely recommend going with Pure Outdoor - have done another of their courses in the past and everyone has been really friendly and well organised! See more..
5.0 Ridge Walk Mam Tor to Losehill (773 reviews)
- Fantastic views from Mam Tor
Hiking Trails

We parked at Mam Nick National Trust car park and walked up to Mam Tor from there (cashless payment via website or app). The pathway was easier underfoot than I expected with large flattish slab and steps in places. We all wore trainers which was sufficient as the ground and grass was very dry, probably a totally different walk if it had rained! With 2 children we only managed part the way along the ridge and then back to Mam Tor but we could still take in the stunning scenery from the top on a clear day. Had a lovely pub lunch at the George in Castleton afterwards. See more..
5.0 Peak Mountaineering (658 reviews)
- Brilliant multipitch course
Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Nature & Wildlife Tours

We had a brilliant couple of days in Snowdonia with Peak Mountaineering, on a "Learn to multipitch" climbing course. We got so much out of the two days and covered more than we thought, they were very accommodating with adapting the course to suit our experience levels and what we wanted to cover. Booking the course and fixing dates went very smoothly and the 1:2 instructor ratio meant it was just my wife, myself and an instructor who lived locally, called Simon. Simon is an excellent instructor, very encouraging, calm, knowledgeable and hardworking. The first day was rather wet and he probably could have sold us on retreating to a cafe to do theory, but he encouraged us to do more routes. The second day was lovely weather and we consolidated everything we learned the day before as well as covering extra things like scrambling techniques and abseiling. Couldn't have asked for better and now feel well equipped for taking on multipitch routes together. See more..
5.0 Discover Buxton Tours (545 reviews)
- Good way to see Buxton sights
Monday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historical & Heritage Tours • Walking Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals • Bus Tours

Excellent tour of Buxton in a little converted milk float! Our driver Mike was very informative and comical at the same time. He showed us places we wouldn't normally have seen inside. Well worth £10 spent. Be warned though the tram only holds 8 people so tours get booked up very quickly so need to book in advance. See more..
5.0 Stanage Edge (516 reviews)
- Great hiking experience for all the family
Geologic Formations

Great hiking experience for all the family. Or hike started form Fox Glove where there were great amenities nearby and a cafe selling coffee to help kickstart my day since we had a very early start. The walk was pleasant and suitable for all age ranges. The scenery was beautiful and as you would expect from the peaks. See more..
5.0 Wild Park Derbyshire (471 reviews)
- Brilliant Quad Biking experience tailored to your ability, with friendly instructors and great value for money.
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Game & Entertainment Centers

Wild Park Derbyshire is a family run Conference and Outdoor Activity centre offering Paintballing, Woodland Laser Tag, multi terrain Quad Biking, Archery, Crossbow and Pistol shooting. We have been established for over 30 years in the Peak District. We are situated in the heart of Derbyshire but only 10 minutes from the City of Derby and Ashbourne. See more..
5.0 The Roaches Peak District (471 reviews)
- Great Place, Parking Beware!
Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Nature & Wildlife Areas

Mainly writing this review because their doesn't seem to be many mentions of the council using it as a parking ticket trap and visitors need to know. On a sunny weekend the parking laybys are woefully inadequate for the number of people trying to visit, so inevitably they park on the grass at the side of the road. The whole road is a 'no stopping' zone outside of the laybys but the signs are pretty far apart. The day I went there literally 100s of cars were being given tickets for parking on the side of the road so don't do it unless the walk is worth £35 to you! Why 5 out of 5 still? It's a stunning place where you can put together a hike that mixes the great views from the Roaches with woodland and an amazing chasm called 'Luds Church'. See more..
5.0 Peak District Mining Museum (427 reviews)
- Brilliant!
Monday: Spent 2-3 hours Speciality Museums • Mines • History Museums

Find out about the lead mining heritage of Derbyshire from Roman Times to the present. Interactive exhibits, mock tunnels and shafts to climb, moving models. The new Matlock Bath Through Time exhibition tells the story of a village that was one of the top Georgian Spas in the country. Then visit Temple Mine and find out what it was really like working underground followed by a try at gold panning. Suitable for all ages. Family ticket £28 (2A and 3C). Open Weekends & Wednesdays in November 2021. Then weekends & school holidays from 1st Dec 2021 through to 1st April 2022. Will open for pre-booked groups of 20 people any day of the week. See more..
5.0 Blackwell Mill Cycle Hire (418 reviews)
- A day on the Monsal Trail on a bike, put it on your list.
Monday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Gear Rentals

Cycle Hire situated at the START of the Magnificent Monsal Trail. 8.5 miles of traffic free cycling along a disused railway line. Experience the thrill of cycling through several lit tunnels,steep gorges and across the famous Monsal Viaduct. See more..
5.0 Rapid Horizons (345 reviews)
- A Friendly, fun, and fascinating adventure down the river.
River Rafting & Tubing • Stand Up Paddleboarding • Kayaking & Canoeing

It was a fantastic tour that we did. The staff were very polite and friendly. Nothing was too much effort. Very helpfully, they made sure that everybody was understanding their information and instructions. It was a fascinating and exciting journey down the river with a few games thrown in. A great time was had by me and my boys. We will definitely be doing it again. Top event. Thanks guys. Andrew, Daniel and Thomas See more..
5.0 Dolomite Training (305 reviews)
- Absolutely brilliant
Monday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM Adrenaline & Extreme Tours • Bike Tours • Climbing Tours • Lessons & Workshops

Hey Steve, this is David, me you and my father went out to do the giants hole round trip and I CANNOT recommend dolomite training more. The whole trip was brilliantly prepared, we felt incredibly safe and comfortable with you, all the equipment was perfect. I felt like you read us perfectly and chose the best route really well, you were really knowledgeable and encouraging. Very professional and prepared. I had an absolutely brilliant time and as someone looking to get into caving this experience was perfect and I'm already excited thinking about a second trip out! my dad had some troubles with the false vice but you kept him calm and perfectly instructed to him how to get out. He was incredibly impressed as well. If you're a first time caver or looking for a good, exciting adventure then dolomite training is absolutely the place for you! See more..
5.0 Hard Days Knight (290 reviews)
- Amazing trips with great customer experience
City Tours • 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Night Tours

I never thought I'd go to Derbyshire and keep returning time after time, yet the service offered by Greg (HDK) is just so good it is basically now an annual trip now. Greg has organised a range of trips for me. Each time the accommodation is perfect with him giving great advice on our needs. He suggests and arranges fantastic activities at a great price and is never pushy about upselling anything. I recommend HDK to everyone who mentions a weekend away and will naturally be booking with them again soon See more..
5.0 Deception Escape Rooms (213 reviews)
- Ingenious, creative with tempting narrative. Take a plunge, it's worth it. An excellent way to spend a few hours in Matlock.
Monday: 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Escape Games

Do you have what it takes to defeat Deception? Choose your team (2-6 players) and pick your live game experience, 4 live escape game experiences to choose from, you have one hour to solve the puzzles and escape the room. See more..
5.0 Birdswood (209 reviews)
- Picturesque and Relaxing Journey on the Cromford Canal
Monday: Historical & Heritage Tours • Boat Tours

I booked online a week in advance, for a Wednesday trip, which was easy and straightforward. On the day the weather was lovely so the windows were rolled up. It was such a pleasant, relaxing journey and we were surprised at how quiet the engine was. I took my 89 year old Father with me and it was great to reminisce about having walked the route and local area in the past. The pre recorded commentary to provide some history to the route was very interesting. The Captain and other volunteers were extremely helpful and pleasant. It was excellent value for money and I would highly recommend it for a calm and relaxing trip down the Cromford Canal. I will also recommend it to groups that I'm a member of as a lovely potential social event. We will definitely be booking again in the future. See more..
5.0 Bike Garage (189 reviews)
- Beauty of a day
Monday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Biking Trails • Gear Rentals

The Bike Garage is an independent family-owned bike shop which set out in 2010. Every year, our cycle hire helps people from all over the world of any skill level experience an unforgettable adventure riding in the Peak District. There is something for everyone! In 2018 we were voted the best bike hire centre in the Peak District by travel site Trip Advisor With Hardtails, Full suspension and Electric models available in a wide range of sizes. All bikes are set up to your requirements with a choice of pedals, suspension adjusted for your weight, swap brake levers to your prefered configuration. All hires come with Helmet, Spares, Tools and OS Map. With guidance on a suitable route depending on your level of experience included. We have examples routes on our website with video and photo guides, GPX files and route profiles. We also offer to drop off/collection bikes to your accommodation. See more..
5.0 Vintage Adventure Tours (189 reviews)
- Special day money well spent
Monday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Sightseeing Tours

I booked this adventure for my husbands birthday, and we were not disappointed Steven was a fantastic knowledgeable driver/host, we traveled round out of the way villages and down tracks that we would never have used when using our own car. Had our picnic at a beautiful spot with a lovely view. We did a 5 hour tour with picnic and the time just flew by. Will remember the day for a long time See more..
5.0 Mam Tor (181 reviews)
- Tiring climb but worth it
Spent < 1 hour Lookouts • Scenic Walking Areas

We parked on the roadside free of charge. There were no yellow lines. The sign said that it was pay and display only on bank holidays and weekends. From where we parked we walked past Speedwell and Treak caverns and then followed an obvious oath up the hill. It was quite tiring but luckily didn’t take too long (about 40 mins in total). The view at the top was awesome and it felt like a good achievement. Worth doing it but wear good trainers/boots as there are loose stones/random rocks on the path which could make you lose your footing. See more..
5.0 The Church Inn (168 reviews)
- Amazing local pub for food and drink!
Monday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Bars & Clubs

We visited the pub three times during our stay at an Airbnb close by, literally 3 minute walk! Really liked everything about the pub. The food, drink and staff were all great. It’s such a nice cosy local pub, we ate there for three evening meals and every meal was fantastic. So many pubs have put their prices up but the food never reflects it. However here the food is worth every penny! Also try the locally brewed Moravka lager, such a nice taste to it. Will have to go back for it as can’t see that you can buy it anywhere. In summary don’t walk past this pub if in the area for a walk, make sure you go in, you won’t regret it! See more..
5.0 Peaks and Paddles Outdoor Adventure (148 reviews)
- Fantastic afternoon caving
Bike Tours • Climbing Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours • Kayaking & Canoeing

We booked an afternoon slot caving in the Devonshire mine (Matlock Bath) - this is the less adventurous of the two options offered. I chose this one because I wasn't sure if the kids would love crawling through mud. However our family of 4 (2 adults + 10 and 12 year old) were well looked after by Chris. I'm pretty sure he adapted the visit for us as we went along, answering all the questions we had and making it more challenging for us when it turned out they did indeed like the dark and squeezing through narrow gaps. Overall a great trip. :) Thanks! See more..
5.0 Pendragon Project Team Adventures (109 reviews)
- Great experience in spectacular surroundings
Escape Games • Scavenger Hunts • Hiking & Camping Tours • Running Tours

I did The Hunt with my wife and 2 children (aged 19 and 17) for my 54th birthday. We did the Rogue Agent mission. Agents Montgomery and Pritchard greeted us at the start and briefed us on the mission. We then spent 1.5 hours searching for capsules containing information and puzzles, whilst trying to evade the hunters. It was fantastic fun in spectacular surroundings. We enjoyed doing it as a family but can see why it is attractive for larger groups as well. I would highly recommend it. Thanks to the Pendragon Project team for a great experience. See more..
5.0 Trials Day (94 reviews)
- Brilliant fun, great teaching, all levels enjoy it, good value
Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Motorcycle Trails

UK's Premier Trials School - Fun, thrilling and challenging trial bike training in the beautiful Peak District. Experience Days, Corporate Days 1to1 Training with professional tuition. Bikes, kit and refreshments provided. No motorcycle licence required. See more..
5.0 Acclimbatize Activities (91 reviews)
- Absolutely brilliant
Climbing Tours

This is was the first time since COVID that we had all our staff from across the UK together and felt it was a great opportunity to give everyone the chance to have some fun and get to know each other but also underpin it with team building. We had an absolutely brilliant day – all your staff were amazing, helpful, supportive and encouraging and fed back some brilliant learning points too. The balance of team sessions, rock scrambling and abseiling worked very well. We can’t thank you enough – and would thoroughly recommend your company to everyone We will be contacting you again to book future sessions Thank you Melanie Partnerships for Better Business Ltd (pfbb UK) See more..
4.5 Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park (1.856 reviews)
- A nice day out for families
Monday: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Caverns & Caves

Poole’s Cavern is the most spectacular natural cavern in the Peak District. The cavern is famous for the spectacular and unique crystal formations including the longest stalactite formation in the region. Your expert guide will accompany you on a 45 minute journey through chambers once used as shelter and worship by prehistoric to roman visitors. See the cathedral sized main chamber carved from Limestone by an ancient river and follow safe and accessible walkways through beautifully illuminated passages on a journey deep underground. Back above ground browse through our rock and gem shop and view the archaeological discoveries from the cavern in the exhibition. Complete your day with a stroll on our country park woodland trails with animal sculptures to find which lead to Solomon's Temple viewpoint at 439m above sea level and views of the Peak District. See more..
4.5 Bakewell Old House Museum (282 reviews)
- A gem of a house and museum
Temporarily closed - Closed until Mar 24, 2023 Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Historical & Heritage Tours • Art Museums • History Museums

We had a very friendly welcome. The house itself is interesting, and a kind lady put a mask on when she saw we were wearing masks, then took us through its history. There are a lot of very diverse displays, because everything was donated by local residents. It felt like there was something for everyone. It is a steep walk up to the house but it was worth it. Definitely a good place to come in out of the rain! See more..
4.5 Buxton Crescent Visitor Experiences (213 reviews)
- Excellent guided tour
Monday: Visitor Centers • Historical & Heritage Tours • Character Experiences

We did the guided tour on 18th December and really enjoyed ourselves. The guide (Joanne) was super friendly and informative. We were taken through various rooms in the building and heard about the history of Buxton and its water and of the Crescent building itself. There are lots of interactive elements within the tour which are ideal for children, but we also enjoyed them as adults in our 60s! The virtual reality 3D balloon ride over Buxton was great. We were staying at the hotel over the weekend and highly recommend the tour for hotel guests to put the beautiful building into context and appreciate how it has been saved for future generations to enjoy. See more..