Derby may be a buzzing city, but it also holds the badge of being the gateway to the Peaks.
Jump in the car and within around 60 minutes, you can discover lush Derbyshire countryside this winter.
Take well deserved time out this Christmas and explore peaceful valleys, cast your eyes across dramatic hills and postcard perfect scenery.
Whether you plan to get snap happy as you wait for frosted mornings filled with dazzling winter sunshine, or blazing sunsets, jaw-dropping landscapes from across Derbyshire will stay with you forever.
Here is our gallery of breath-taking walks to take around Derbyshire this festive season.

5. Curbar Edge
Curbar Edge in the picturesque village of Calver, is one of the Peak District’s top beauty spots. It offers incredible views across Hope Valley, dramatic cliff-top walking trails with wide views, and winter sunsets spanning miles. | Jason Chadwick

6. Monyash
The source of the River Lathkill is at the village of Monyash near Bakewell. It flows through the Derbyshire Dales until it joins the River Wye at Rowsley. It is unique, as the only river in the area that flows exclusively over limestone, and it provides a very relaxing walking trail. | Photo © Andrew Hill (cc-by-sa/2.0)


