Discover britain's original national park, home to an amazingly diverse range of landscapes The peak district was designated as a national park in 1951 to conserve and enhance the area’s natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage. Britain’s oldest national park has never felt fresher Established in 1951, the peak district is made up of two distinct terrains ‘dark peak’, with untamed moors and windswept hills Welcome to the peak district, the united kingdom’s oldest national park, spread across 555 square miles of breathtaking landscapes
From leisurely walks and exploring quaint towns and villages to climbing, caving, and camping, there’s a wealth of activities to enjoy. Peak district has the distinction of being the first national park in the entire united kingdom The park represents diversity being comprised of moorland, mountainous, plateaus, limestone plateaus, and gritstone areas. A romantic collection of widescreen valleys, chocolate box villages and stately homes, the peak district was england’s first national park when it opened in 1951, and its 555 square miles remain an alluring draw. Plan the perfect trip to the peak district with our ultimate guide The peak district national park is the uk’s original national park
Immerse yourself in exploring famous hills, dramatic rock edges beside wild moorlands and tranquil dales all in one day At more than 550 squares miles and the uk’s original national park, the peak district provides a taste of the outdoors to millions.
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