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Bakewell, Derbyshire
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We're pleased to announce that plans are taking shape for the development phase of a major new project to protect the #PeakDistrict's cultural heritage, thanks to initial funding from @HeritageFundUK.
Read the full story...
👉 bit.ly/4e5YSWs
Be inspired by the incredible art form of #WellDressings, being kept alive by volunteers. 👏
Explore towns & villages in the #PeakDistrict from now until Sept & keep your eyes peeled near those wells & water features! 💦
Check out these creations from #Tissington last week! 💚
If you're planning to visit the #PeakDistrict this bank holiday weekend, please remember...
🐶 keep dogs on a short lead
🚗 park responsibly and not on verges
🚯 take litter home with you
🔥 strictly no BBQs or fires
Thank you! 🙏
#PeakDistrictProud
😀 You're Welcome - our 2025 guide to the #PeakDistrict!
Grab a copy from one of our local visitor or bike hire centres.
Packed with where to go & what to see, your FREE guide will help you make the most of your visit.
Digital version also available:
👉 bit.ly/pdnp_welcome
ALT Peak District National Park - Welcome Guide 2025
🚌 The Stagecoach #PeakSightseer open top bus re-opens this Saturday (24 May).
Leave the car behind and visit some of the #PeakDistrict’s most popular destinations.
Full details...
👉 bit.ly/peaksightseer
@vpdd
ALT The PeakSightseer - the open top bus tour around the Peak District National Park
We are currently recruiting for the following vacancies...
👉 Business Centre Advisor
👉 Data, Strategy & Performance Officer
👉 Farm Advisor Trainee
👉 HR Administrator (Apprenticeship)
Apply online: bit.ly/pdnp_jobs
#careers #vacancies #jobs
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
Being outside with nature, even for short periods, can significantly benefit mental and physical well-being.
The #PeakDistrict has over 550 sq miles to find the space and light that you might need. 💚🥰
#MHAW25 @mentalhealth
📷 Chris Gilbert
ALT Bluebells either side of a woodland trail at Northwood Carr in the Peak District
Our next 'Meet the CEO' event is Thursday 8 May at 4-6pm.
📅 Tideswell Community Hall
Share your ideas and views with our chief executive Phil Mulligan.
No need to book to attend - these events are a relaxed & informal opportunity to have your say.
👉 peakdistrict.gov.uk/ceo
Peak District National Park retweeted
Day 3 update 10:15 hours
Firefighters from Derbyshire and @CheshireFire have made an early morning return to the moorland fire near #ErrwoodReservoir supported by @unitedutilities, @DerbyMRT, @peakdistrict, local gamekeepers & farmers. Read the latest: ow.ly/zaKT50VLPvQ
Update 15:45 Firefighters have worked hard over the last 24 hours supported by United Utilities, Peak District National Park rangers, Derby Mountain Rescue Team, local farmers & gamekeepers to tackle the fire near #ErrwoodReservoir & it is now surrounded. ow.ly/f1LF50VLnNe
#RangerGuidedWalks
Enjoy the great outdoors this May with our experienced & knowledgeable rangers who will help make the most of your visit! 💚
🥾 Featuring Kinder Scout, Derwent Edge, Minninglow & many more!
#LetsWalkThisMay
Browse & book online:
👉 bit.ly/pdnp_guidedwalks
Peak District National Park retweeted
We're currently dealing with a large wildfire near Errwood Reservoir in the Goyt Valley.
10 fire engines from #Derbyshire & #Cheshire are in attendance supported by a water carrier & a Unimog.
Road closures are in place. Please avoid the area: derbys-fire.gov.uk/news/news…
#MondayMotivation
Bluebell season is here! 💙
During the next month or so, these beautiful woodland flowers will be a highlight of any springtime walk. 😊
📷 Chris Gilbert
ALT Bluebells in the Peak District
When you've had too much birthday cake already but you carry on anyway... 😊
Happy birthday to us! 🥳🎉🎂
Today marks 74 years since the official designation of the #PeakDistrict as Britain's first National Park! 💚
📷 Water vole - Tom Marshall
ALT Derbyshire water vole by Tom Marshall
Our bike hire centres are open every day! 😀
🚲 #Ashbourne #Derwent #ParsleyHay 🚲
👪 Perfect for all the family
🌳 Miles of traffic-free trails
✅ No need to book - simply turn up!
👉 peakdistrict.gov.uk/bikehire
#cycling #bikes #trails
Are you a qualified lawyer with a passion for planning law or a newly qualified lawyer wanting to develop into a planning specialism?
Planning Lawyer
Based in Bakewell
37 hours per week / permanent
Apply online...
👉 bit.ly/4crNaV9
ALT Bakewell in the Peak District National Park
Our next 'Meet the CEO' event...
📅 Bishop's Pavillion, Grindleford - Thursday 10 April, 10am-12pm
Future dates...
📅 Tideswell (May)
You don't need to book to attend - these events are a relaxed, informal opportunity to speak with Phil one-to-one.
👉 peakdistrict.gov.uk/ceo
ALT Meet the Chief Executive of the Peak District National Park
Longer spring days mean the arrival of both lambs 🐑 in the landscape and ground-nesting birds 🐣 seeking a summer home, often unseen!
So when you're out in the #PeakDistrict...
🐶 Keep dogs on a short lead
🥾 Keep to the signposted paths
🚯 Take home what you bring
ALT Please keep dogs on a short lead from 1 March to 31 July
Our bike hire centres are open every day! 😀
#Ashbourne 🚲
#Derwent 🚲
#ParsleyHay 🚲
👪 Perfect for all the family
🌳 Miles of traffic-free trails
✅ No need to book - simply turn up!
👉 peakdistrict.gov.uk/bikehire
#cycling #bikes #trails
ALT Cycling at the Upper Derwent Valley
We're delighted to say the new footbridge over the River Wye at #CheeDale is now complete. 😀
Thanks to funding support from the Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) programme, this new timber beam bridge replaces the old one which had become unsafe to use. 💚
ALT The new footbridge at Chee Dale.