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'Changing Place' opens at Parsley Hay Bike Hire
Parsley Hay offers a range of cycles, including trikes, wheelchair cycles, and Trampers. Now the new state-of-the-art facility will help to unlock access to the countryside for those with additional, or particularly complex care needs.
26 June 2025
Farming and Nature unite! A project shaping the next 20 years in the South West Peak District
A Landscape Recovery project is paving the way to accelerate nature recovery in the South West Peak area.
25 June 2025
Peak District wide RSPB Nature Prescriptions are launched
Following the successful pilots of RSPB Nature Prescriptions in the High Peak and Derbyshire Dales, which were the first in England, a Peak District wide RSPB Nature Prescription has now been launched by the RSPB and Peak District National Park Authority.
23 June 2025
People of the Peak: Past, Present, Future - funding announced for ambitious cultural heritage project
Plans are underway for an ambitious project to monitor and conserve the Peak District's cultural heritage thanks to initial funding of £204,376 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
12 June 2025
Peak District accessibility champion receives accolade in memory of National Parks colleague
A Peak District National Park Authority officer has received an award for dedication to improving people’s accessible enjoyment of the region in the inaugural presentation of a new accolade for excellence in England’s National Parks.
14 May 2025
The Peak District National Park Authority is looking for two new Members
The UK's original National Park is looking to welcome two new Secretary of State-appointed Members to the National Park Authority and applications are now open.
24 April 2025
Landscapes Unlocked - historic image archive offers tantalising glimpse into the Peak District's past
Thanks to funding of £45,000 achieved through an Archives Revealed grant, a collection - made up of over 40,000 Peak District images - is to be catalogued, along with the creation of an online resource.
24 March 2025
Appeal for care of the Peak District as spring officially begins
As the UK begins its ‘meteorological spring’ on 1 March, organisations involved in caring for the Peak District are urging everyone to respect and take personal responsibility when enjoying the country’s original national park to help protect the area’s natural beauty.
28 February 2025
National Park Authority approves restructure under unprecedented financial pressures
The Peak District National Park Authority has today (25 February 2025) approved restructuring proposals that have been driven by a need to reduce costs.
25 February 2025
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