One English national park destination that is definitely worth your time is the Peak District, which is an upland area situated in the southernmost part of the Pennines Hills, near Sheffield. This inland park is located pretty centrally in England, and as a result is quite easily accessible from most parts of the country – whether that’s by car or rail. Country cottages, holiday lodges and barn conversions are dotted about the dales - there is a good place to stay for couples and also large walking groups.

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Why choose the Peak District for holidays?

But why exactly should you choose the Peak District, and what sort of holiday can you have there? Well, other than being one of the most picturesque parts of the country, the Peak District is also the perfect place to enjoy some fresh air this year, with an abundance of cycling trails and walking paths just begging to be explored. Naturally, this makes the Peak District a great place for lovers of the great outdoors – whether that’s a couple on a romantic getaway, a few friends on a fitness-fuelled break or a family fun weekend.

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If dogs could choose, they would book a cottage holiday in the Peak District

It’s also worth noting that many cottage owners in the Peak District National Park encourage holidaymakers to bring their pets along for the fun. In fact, pet-friendly cottages are becoming more and more common, and they are also easier to source than ever, thanks to some of the excellent online search tools provided by websites such as Country Cottages Online that are dedicated to cottage holidays in the UK. The Peak district really is the perfect place to bring your four-legged friends, dogs, who will no doubt think they’ve died and gone to dog heaven with all the open space to explore! Pink flowering heather flowers during August setting the dales aglow.

Keep the family happy by booking a Peak District cottage with Internet

The Peak District National Park is also government backed, which means the area’s natural beauty is extremely well protected. It also means there are lots of funded events going on for families, including classes for children to learn about the area’s history, culture and wildlife. Staying in a self-catering cottage with your family can be extremely fun, and there are some things that can make your holiday even better; one of those is the inclusion of Wi-Fi. While you will no doubt spend the best part of your trip outdoors, it is a bonus if you can keep your teenagers happy by providing a stable internet connection! This means you can cut out any moaning about not being able to access social media, while also enabling yourself to keep one eye on work emails (or even your favourite TV show).

Romantic breaks for two in the Peak District

Without kids, the Peak District can be an incredibly romantic place to visit, thanks to its breathtaking views, sparse population and wide range of quintessentially British pubs and cafes. That means going for a hearty meal at the end of a long walk is easily done, and you can enjoy a nice glass of wine and some good conversation by an open fire with your partner. And if you really want to make your winter break in the country one to remember with a partner, you can pick the perfect cottage for this very reason. That might mean opting for a luxurious cottage that has classic features, a power shower and a widescreen TV. Better still, it could mean your very own hot tub, in which you can chat the night away in the warmth of the water, but under starlight of night time.

Whatever sort of holiday you want to take, the Peak District National Park is versatile enough to accommodate it. So if winter barbecues, long meandering bike rides and excellent pubs are up your street, it is definitely a destination worth visiting. A quick search online will show you that there is an abundance of cottage accommodation to choose from in the area as well, so you’re bound to be able to find  and secure your perfect home-from-home with the click of a button.