7 BEST SPOTS TO EXPLORE IN THE PEAK DISTRICT

Plus BY: ROSIE JULY 12, 2025

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7 BEST SPOTS TO EXPLORE IN THE PEAK DISTRICT

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Bakewell

2

Monsal Trail

3

Chatsworth House

4

Mam Tor

5

Castleton

6

Hathersage

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Bakewell Pudding Shop

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