Derbyshire delights in Dovedale Duration: Multi-day Type: Riverside
Dovedale is one of the highlights of the Peak District. This is a beautiful valley, where the River Dove has carved through the limestone plateau to create the stunning scenery seen today. This walk can be done in one day, but the best way to enjoy the gorge is to take two days. Start in Hartington, which is well served by buses, and finish up in Ilam or Thorpe (there are more regular buses from Thorpe). The overnight stop is in Alstonefield, which has lots of places to stay....more >

The end of the line...but worth it! Duration: Half day Type: Countryside
Head out north on London's Piccadilly Line to Cockfosters and you will soon find yourself in the beautiful Trent Country Park, full of meadows, woodland and lakes - perfect for escaping the hustle and bustle of the city for an afternoon. There's a good cafe in the park, plus a brilliant 'Pick Your Own' farm just outside the northern edge of the park. All this less than an hour from the centre of London! ...more >

Kingley Vale - the oldest yews in England? Duration: Half day Type: Countryside
This walk in West Sussex passes through Kingley Vale, a site famous for its yew trees - claimed to be the oldest in the country, and one of the largest surviving yew forests in the world. It's a beautiful place, easily reached from the town of Chichester, and there are also great views of the South Downs from Bow Hill on the way round....more >

Robin Hood's Stride and the Hermit's Cave Duration: Stroll (1-2 hours) Type: Countryside
A short stroll in the heart of the White Peak, the southern half of the Peak District. This circular walk from the village of Birchover takes you to two rocky outcrops, which offer spectacular views and scary drops! Children will enjoy the walk but keep them away from the edges, especially on the Hermit's Cave outcrop....more >

Stanton Moor and the Nine Ladies Duration: Stroll (1-2 hours) Type: Countryside
Stanton Moor, in the White Peak, is famous for its prehistoric ruins - over 70 burial mounds have been found here. The most famous site is the Nine Ladies Stone Circle, which dates back to the Bronze Age. The site was in the news in 2004 because of the protest camp set up to campaign against the site being ruined by a quarry. Luckily they won, so walkers can continue to enjoy this interesting little walk. ...more >