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We aim to keep the best and make changes for the better, so that future generations have the chance to continue to live, work in and visit this beautiful area. Welcome to the National Park You can get in touch with us by Phone: 01629 816361 Fax: 01629 816310 enjoy, learn Text Phone: 01629 816319 Web: www.peakdistrict.gov.uk Email: [email protected] care National Park Visitor Centres

We are here to help you enjoy and learn more about the National Park tel: 01629 816558 email: [email protected] Castleton tel: 01629 816558 email: [email protected] tel: 01433 670207 email: [email protected] tel: 01433 650953 email: [email protected] Log on www.visitpeakdistrict.com We help people see the National Park and understand why it is special

Losehill Hall tel: 01433 620373 www.losehill.org.uk How can I find out more about National Parks?

Visit www.nationalparks.gov.uk Public Transport

By leaving your car at home and using bus or rail you can help reduce traffic and pollution in the National Park. Traveline tel: 0870 608 2608 www.traveline.org.uk public transport www.derbyshire.gov.uk/buses National Rail Enquiries tel: 08457 484950 www.nationalrail.co.uk We are happy to provide this information in alternative formats on request where reasonable, so please contact us.

Aldern House, Road, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1AE

T: 01629 816361 F: 01629 816310 E: [email protected] 2072_lt_com_corporate_leaflet_07.indd/ratcliff&roper/30k www.peakdistrict.gov.uk Working together to care for the National Park Lots of individuals and organisations work together with us, the Peak District , to look after this special place. We take care of 1438 square kilometres of spectacular landscape. We need everyone’s help to do this whether you are a visitor or live or work in the area.

We conserve and enhance the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage

Protecting houses, barns and villages Processing over 1000 planning applications a year Encouraging communities and dedicated specialists to conserve the landscape, culture and archaeology

We help people see the National Park and understand why it is special

Improving areas for everyone to enjoy - walkers, cyclists, climbers and birdwatchers Increasing people’s experiences - young people and under-represented groups Managing school visits and guided walks to help people explore and learn more.

We support communities and the economy

Over £12 million is invested in to the local economy - through support schemes for local projects; paying salaries; buying locally and seeking external funding. National Parks Supporting local events, crafts and produce. Our 14 National Parks are home to some of the most spectacular and valued landscapes in Britain. Many of these regions have been shaped over thousands of years by those who have lived and worked there.

Peak District National Park The Peak District was Britain’s first National Park. Set up in 1951 - its wild gritstone edges, beautiful heather and gentle dales make the Peak District one of Britain’s best-loved National Parks. A62 Over 50 million people Marsden live within four hours of the Peak District Peak District National Park Butterley Res.

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