Recent news
People power leads to reinstatement of ‘lifeline’ Peak District bridge
A Peak District footbridge river crossing, hailed as a lifeline to locals, walkers and climbers has been rebuilt thanks to a £190,000 fundraising effort.
9 December 2024
Imagine how the Peak District will look in the future – take part in family friendly art events at Castleton Visitor Centre this November
An exhibition of seldom-seen nostalgic photographs of Peak District scenes is set to inspire people to think about how places might look in the future and create new pictures to show it.
22 October 2024
Major Peak District quarry restoration project back on track
Around 150,000 cubic metres of quarry waste material can now be removed from a much-loved Peak District dale to allow a major restoration project to begin.
16 October 2024
Public urged to have their say in future Peak District National Park plans
Those who live, work in and visit the Peak District National Park are being asked for their views on strategic planning issues as part of a Local Plan Review consultation – the first review of its kind in around 15 years.
2 October 2024
First for Peak District accessible routes as ‘Changing Place’ opens at heart of the Monsal Trail
A new Changing Place Toilet (CPT) and changing facility has been opened today (19 September) at Millers Dale car park, next to the Monsal Trail in the heart of the Peak District National Park.
19 September 2024
Statement on water quality in National Parks
Water is woven into the fabric of the UK’s National Park landscapes and is so often the source of enjoyment, a refuge for nature and of course in providing so many of our ecosystem services.
5 September 2024
September showcase of Peak District heritage
There's lots to learn about the Peak District’s cultural heritage this month at special open days across the national park.
3 September 2024
Statement by the PDNPA in response to the Pharmaceutical Pollution of the English National Parks report
Phil Mulligan, chief executive of the Peak District National Park Authority said: "It is shocking to see these levels of pollution in our national park, and others...
14 August 2024
Brand New Co-Working Space Opens in Bakewell, Peak District National Park
The Peak District National Park Authority is excited to announce the grand opening of a new co-working space, in the heart of Bakewell, offering a vibrant and collaborative community-driven environment for local small businesses or any professionals. Situated in the picturesque National Park, the Peak District Business Hub combines modern amenities with the serene beauty of the countryside, providing a unique working experience.
1 August 2024
Peak District National Park archaeologist WINS national award
The Council for British Archaeology (CBA) has chosen a Peak District National Park archaeologist as the 2024 Community Archaeologist of the Year in the Marsh Community Archaeology Awards.
31 July 2024
Police and Crime Commissioner and Peak District National Park reaffirm commitment to Derbyshire communities
Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Nicolle Ndiweni met with Peak District National Park Authority chief executive Phil Mulligan to see first-hand some of the challenges of managing the UK’s original National Park.
30 July 2024
Peak District National Park is pioneering in the Race to Zero
The Peak District National Park is proud to announce it is joining other UK national parks to become the first national parks in the world to sign up to the UN-backed Race to Zero pledge.
25 July 2024
Celebration as conservation project sees historic copper mine no longer at risk
The conservation of a unique Peak District mining structure has been recognised in a celebration event at historic Ecton Copper Mine.
24 July 2024
Archaeology event for families in the Peak District National Park
A free event for families who are fascinated by how people lived in the past is being provided by the Peak District National Park at Castleton Visitor Centre on Friday 26 July.
10 July 2024
Peak District village regeneration scheme wins planning excellence commendation
Peak District planners have been praised for their part in the development of a housing scheme - providing a mix of new open market and affordable rental homes, plus modern industrial units - in the heart of the National Park.
3 July 2024
Peak District National Park archaeologist is shortlisted for a national award
Community and conservation archaeologist Dr Catherine Parker Heath has been shortlisted for Community Archaeologist of the Year in the Council for British Archaeology (CBA) and Marsh Charitable Trust’s annual awards.
28 June 2024
New system makes it easier to report potential breaches of planning controls
A new way for people to report potential breaches of planning controls is being introduced by the Peak District National Park Authority.
13 June 2024
Multi-agency exercise tackles Peak District wildfire scenario
Firefighters have joined forces with Peak District National Park rangers and moorland managers in a training exercise to prepare for a wildfire scenario.
16 May 2024
Step into summer and explore the Peak District with National Park rangers
This summer, discover history and wildlife in the Peak District National Park on a guided walk with National Park rangers.
10 May 2024
Shot Peregrine found on Dove Stone Nature Reserve in Peak District National Park
On 4 April 2024 an adult female Peregrine was found on Dove Stone nature reserve north of Woodhead reservoir, near Crowden, in the Peak District National Park.
2 May 2024
Residents raise protection for wildlife, parking and development issues at National Park Authority 'Meet the CEO' event at Hathersage
The latest in a regular series of 'Meet the CEO' events with the Peak District National Park Authority’s Phil Mulligan has taken place with attendees sharing their views in Hathersage (Tuesday 30 April).
2 May 2024
Celebrating 70 years of Peak District National Park rangers
Peak District rangers returned to their roots to mark their 70th anniversary. As part of the celebrations, National Park rangers recreated a photograph taken outside Edale's Old Nags Head pub, where the original service was launched on Good Friday, 16th April 1954.
17 April 2024
Nominate your National Park volunteer heroes
The National Park Protector awards 2024 are now open for nominations offering the opportunity for individuals and groups to win recognition and cash prizes for their efforts in helping nature and people thrive.
4 April 2024
Celebrating volunteers in the Peak District National Park
Peak District volunteers came together in a day to recognise the many ways they contribute to the work of the National Park. Around 140 people took part in the Volunteers Day, held at Lady Manners School in Bakewell.
20 March 2024
Temporary closure for flood damage repairs at Castleton Visitor Centre
Castleton Visitor Centre will be temporarily closed from Monday 26 February for around three weeks for building repairs following recent flood damage.
22 February 2024
National Park Authority 'Meet the CEO' events kick-off with Castleton conversations
A regular series of 'Meet the CEO' events with the Peak District National Park Authority’s Phil Mulligan have got underway with residents sharing their views in Castleton (Weds 14 February).
19 February 2024
Listening to locals - Peak District National Park's chief executive launches new roadshows
A new series of Peak District roadshows will give local people the chance to share their views with National Park Authority chief executive Phil Mulligan.
31 January 2024
Replacing the footbridge at Cressbrook Mill
A number of local organisations are currently raising awareness of, and in some cases fundraising for, the reinstatement of the Cressbrook Mill/Water-cum-Jolly footbridge.
26 January 2024
National Park to receive £441k funding boost for moorland conservation work
The Peak District National Park is to receive a Government grant of £441,070 to help conserve habitats and wildlife on the Warslow Moors Estate.
25 January 2024
Peak District Mosaic secures National Lottery funding to champion national parks
Peak District Mosaic has secured £557,955 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to deliver its Championing National Parks for Everyone project - helping more people to explore, enjoy and understand the countryside and nature.
16 January 2024
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