11 of the best parks in Derbyshire to stretch your legs
Derbyshire boasts stunning parks in which to stretch your legs on a glorious sunny day.
By Gay Bolton
Published 6th Apr 2021, 22:45 BST
From the stunning estate at Chatsworth with its acres of lush green pastures to Chesterfield’s jewel in the crown that is Queen’s Park, there is plenty to tempt families into the great outdoors.
We take a look at ten of the best places to visit for exercise.
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Walking, cycling or jogging, whatever your preferred way to exercise you'll find plenty of scope at Shipley Country Park which boasts 700 acres of landscape. Photo: Brian Eyre
Enjoy a tranquil walk along a woodland path beside a stream or across open parkland on the castle's 321-acre estate. Photo by Shutterstock/Simon Annable. Photo: Shutterstock/Simon Annable
Derbyshire's crown jewel is the UK's original national park, attracting millions of visitors to explore its landscapes and marvel at its stunning scenery such as this view of Kinder Scout seen from Mam Tor. Photo: jason chadwick