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National Park Authority announces significant restructure under unprecedented financial pressures
The Peak District National Park Authority has confirmed it is beginning consultation with a number of staff over restructure proposals that are being driven by a need to cut costs.
10 January 2025
Public warned of midweek safety closures for popular Monsal Trail
The Peak District National Park Authority has once again urged users of the popular Monsal Trail to be aware of weekday closures on the route throughout January and February 2025.
8 January 2025
Say it with cake! Peak District National Park Authority celebrates historic anniversary
Peak district leaders and trainees joined together to mark the 75th anniversary of legislation which led to the creation of the UK's national parks.
17 December 2024
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
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