Discover The Peak District in Full Autumn Glory
Most of us are turning our thoughts to the summer holidays, but there are those of us already planning short autumn breaks. If you have a large group or family gathering to organise, now is the best time to schedule an autumn staycation.
One of the UK's most popular autumn destinations is the Peak District National Park, which is most beautiful at this time of year. The changing scenery and autumnal colours are stunning.
Froggat Edge
Some of our favourite spots for autumn splendour and views are:
- Mam Tor and the Great Ridge
- Curbar Edge
- Froggatt Edge
- Edale.
All will be clothed in autumn glory and are simply stunning.
Autumn walks through the changing colours of the trees are also gorgeous in:
- Padley Gorge
- Manifold Valley
- Goyt Valley
- Ladybower Wood.
Another wildlife spectacle of the Peak District starts in October; the starling murmurations. Middleton Moor is the place to view these wonders of nature at their very best.
Cuber Edge
After the summer season, autumn can seem more peaceful in the Peak District when many of the sites and towns start to quieten down, though there is still plenty to do and see, and you'll have the countryside a little more to your selves.
If the weather turns against you, one of Derbyshire's many caves is worth a visit. Try:
- Poole's Cavern
- Speedwell Cavern
- Teak Cliff caves.
Peak Rail heritage railway continues running the steam trains in the autumn, or why not take a ride on an old-fashioned tram at Crich Tramway Museum, which remains open until November?
Alternatively, it's still perfect cycling weather in the autumn.
Viaduct on the Monsal Trail
Ride one of the many cycle trails that run through the Peak District, such as The Monsal Trail. This was a railway line, so no worries about steep gradients!
The Matlock Bath illuminations are a highlight in the Peak District calendar with the illuminated boats on the river Derwent and sometimes fireworks, well worth seeing from September through to October.
Matlock Farm Park is open throughout the year for those with young children, and there is always a special event running. With plenty of animals to see, feed and cuddle, go-carts, play equipment, cafes and a riding school, this is a great family day out, whatever the season.
And at the end of the day, if you want to relax and unwind, why not book a staycation holiday cottage with roaring log fires, underfloor heating and a games room?
Add some family or friends, and memorable autumn breaks in the Peak District are complete!
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