Peak district articles
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The hidden Peak District waterfall that people don’t even realise is there
The beauty spot is only 100 metres from a main road
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Sheffield patients could be prescribed Peak District walks as treatment for mental health
“This is very welcome recognition of the benefit of what we, and others, do to improve mental wellbeing,” says Ian Sansbury, chief executive of the charity Mind Over Mountains. Mind Over Mountains organises walks and weekend retreats in places like the Peak District National Park. Not only is walking and talking in nature itself therapeutic, every walk includes mindfulness sessions and the walkers are accompanied by qualified coaches and counsellors. The charity is increasingly working with...
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Parking: Concerns over coins-only system at Burbage Bridge beauty spot in Peak District near Sheffield
Motorists are being urged to carry cash because a parking system at abeauty spot near Sheffield only takes coins. The car park at Burbage Bridge in the Peak District near Sheffield charges cars £1.50 for one hour, £2.50 for two and £4.75 all day. There are also charges for buses, motorcycles and trailers of up to £7. The Peak District National Park stated: “It is coin only at the moment. We are looking to add card payments when the network coverage improves in the area.” It is one of a string of...