Healthy Holidays - Walking In The Peak District

Walking is an excellent form of exercise and is suitable for all ages, so if like to get out and about on a health hiking or walking holiday then the Peak District National Park will leave you breathless, but not only from the good exercise but also the outstanding beauty

This makes it an ideal walking holiday destination where you can couple a nice relaxing break with a dose of healthy exercise to keep you fit and well.

There are also simpler paths to follow, particularly around the White Peak whereby walkers can go down into the Derbyshire Dales and walk on riverside paths, woodland tracks, or simply cross fields and stiles over the landscape which offers the most magnificent views.

The National Park Authority and local Councils carefully monitor the Peak District to ensure that it offers a safe and enjoyable environment whilst at the same time balancing between visitors and the conservation and preservation of its countryside, flora, and wildlife.

A majority of the paths, tracks, and rights of way in the Peak District are clearly marked and have accessible stiles or gates that are regularly monitored and maintained. There have been thousands of Yorkshire slabs laid over several moors and popular paths in order to protect the walkways.

These slabs not only protect the landscape, but also make it easier and much safer for walkers to venture across bleak and hazardous moorland.

There are recognized routes and paths that are criss-crossed across the Peak District and Derbyshire for ramblers such as The Derwent Valley Heritage Way, The Midshires Way, The Limestone Way, The Pennine Bridleway, and the southernmost stretch of the famous but indomitable Pennine Way.

It is here that walkers can find many waterside paths and tracks that are simple to follow, many of which are pushchair and wheelchair friendly. Walkers can experience a complete day of entertainment when visiting Carsington Water which is located in the south of the region.

Derwent, Howden, and Ladybower Reservoirs can be found in the Dark Peak, which is set amidst wooded valleys beneath heather clad moors that are dotted with the occasional boulder and outcrop of gritstone rocks which have peculiar sounding names such as The Salt Cellar or Cakes of Bread.

There is an array of history and character on offer in the Peak District towns and villages, with some offering walk guides for those who wish to investigate, or simply walk around and appreciate the architecture and curiosities of Derbyshire’s past and present.

Walkers are actively encouraged by Local Councils and the Peak Park Authority to venture outdoors to appreciate the social and wellbeing benefits that the Peak District has to offer. Leisure centers have organized regular ‘guided health walks’ at various locations around the country, as well as guided hikes and rambles which are free of charge.

After a good days walking or a brisk hike coming back to your Peak District Cottage for a nice relaxing bath seems like a luxury, or if you chose one of the Peak District spa hotels you will of course want make full use of all the spa facilities and end the day with a nice dip in the hot tub to soothe away the potentially aching muscles

Take up the activity of walking in the Peak District and soak up the many breathtaking views. You will want to return time and time again for more.