Bradt Slow Guides - Peak District

Although mostly in the county of Derbyshire, the Peak District extends into parts of Staffordshire, Cheshire, Greater Manchester and both South and West Yorkshire – putting it within easy reach of millions of people. Its small surface area harbours unexpectedly diverse landscapes, including deep-cut dales, rocky escarpments, weathered tors and far-reaching moorland. From the characterful mill towns of Holmfirth, Marsden and Uppermill to the historic stone-built settlements that lie the heart of the national park; from the elegant spa town of Buxton to the colourful market towns of Matlock, Ashbourne and Leek, the Peak District is filled with story and history – and great beauty.

Bradt’s The Peak District (Slow Travel) helps you connect with the people who work and live in the national park through the author’s first-hand accounts of their experiences, and helps you discover great places to cook, eat and drink – with a particular focus on tasty, local and good-quality food in atmospheric venues and locations. An emphasis on car-free travel throws up a range of options for getting around, from walking, cycling, boating, buses and trains to more surprising modes of transport that form as much part of the sightseeing experience as they do simply getting from A to B. This is Slow Travel at its finest.