Although England isn’t a large country compared to the United States or Canada, you might be surprised to learn that there are 10 national parks within its borders (out of 15 in the whole of the UK). In this guide, you’ll learn all you need to know about visiting the national parks in England.
These English national parks cover a wide range of landscapes and habitats from moorland and heath, to coastal areas, lakes, rivers, and forests. Each offers a different opportunity to discover quaint English villages that haven’t changed much in centuries, interesting wildlife, and plenty of fun activities.
I’ve visited most of the famous parks in England (8 of the 10 to be exact) and I’ve been to many of these multiple times over the years – I think I must have visited Dartmoor over 20 times! These fantastic wilderness parks are perfect for hiking, biking, camping, and a whole host of other outdoor activities.
National Parks in England
Below, you’ll find information on all of the national parks in England from what to expect, how to visit, and things to do inside the parks themselves. This is based on my own personal experience as well as up-to-date research and reviews from other travelers (as of 2023).
1. Peak District National Park
The Peak District National Park covers an area of 555 square miles (1,438 square kilometers) in Central England. It forms part of the Pennine Hills, affectionately known as the backbone of England. The landscape includes limestone dales and dramatic moorland, rolling hills, and forest.
Inside the park, you’ll find over 200 miles of hiking trails and a huge network of underground caves. The Peak District is home to the highest natural cave in the country, Titan Cave, which was only discovered by potholes just over 20 years ago. The highest point in the park is Kinder Scout which stands at 2,087 feet (636 meters).
There’s a wide range of activities on offer inside the park from trail walking, cycling, and horse riding to camping, rock climbing, and caving. Watersports are available on the many lakes inside the park, and thrill-seekers can even have a go at paragliding.
Hardcore hikers can attempt one of the many long-distance trails such as the Pennine Way, the Peak District Boundary Walk, and the Peak Way. There are also plenty of shorter routes to choose from that are perfect for day hikes and easy strolls throughout the park.
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