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The Dark Peak is one of the most famous landmarks in the Peak District National Park, known for its exposed and isolated tracts of Moorland, as well as its expansive rolling plateau which is covered by Cottongrass bogs and heather moorlands.  The soil of the area is composed of moorland peat which provides the perfect …

Langsett Barn was built in a traditional manner using the post and truss method of construction.  This method of construction involves the tying together of timber trusses which support the roof of the building, with horizontal beams that are supported with vertical posts.  The Barn was used for the storage of both crops and grain …

Arbow Low was constructed in Neolithic times as a monument.  Arbor Low can be found within the White Peak area of the park.  The site itself is privately owned though can be accessed by members of the public.  Due to the sites important historical significance, access is managed by the Peak District National Park Authority.  …

Those looking to find out about the Peak District and how to best protect it may wish to visit one of the Moorland visitor centres within the park.  The flagship visitor centre is the Moorland Visitor centre in Edale, which specialises in moorland research, and provides visitors to the park with a range of interesting …

Losehill Hall is a youth hostel located close to the village of Castleton within the Peak District.  Losehill Hall is a refurbished Gothic mansion which is set in beautiful grounds.  The youth hostel is close to the Winnats Pass and Mam Tor walk, which makes it popular for groups of hikers. Losehill Hall was formerly …

Cycling is one of the best ways to explore the Peak District and the Peak District Park Authority provides a number of specifically designed cycle routes, as well as cycle hire centres to ensure that the Park is cyclist friendly.  Many of the paths and trails within the park are traffic free, providing miles of …

Ashbourne Cycle Hire Centre can be found at the southern tip of the famous Tissington Trail within the boundaries of the Peak District National Park.  The centre itself is just outside of the town of Ashbourne which provides visitors with a wide range of amenities from accommodation to pubs and restaurants.  The centre is easy …

The Parsley Hay cycle hire centre is one of the best places in the Peak District to hire a bike.  The centre itself is located eight miles from the town of Buxton.  Buxton is one of the most popular entry points for visitors to the Peak District due to it having a wide range of …

One of the best ways to take in the extensive scenery of the Peak District is through cycling.  There are a number of cycle routes throughout the Peak District as well as visitors having the opportunity to hire bikes.  Many of the cycle trails are also traffic free and wind through some of the most …