Explore Nature

Our nature reserve

A haven for wildlife and a place to relax

In September 2019, Peak Village and The Derbyshire Wildlife Trust embarked on a journey to turn a field into a special place for visitors, the local community, and most importantly for nature. In a short period of time the space has transformed into a richer habitat for a growing variety of wildlife and continues to evolve into a better home for nature and a more accessible space for visitors.

The nature reserve sits along the banks of the River Derwent and features a young woodland, a transient wetland area and raised pond, wild flower meadows, natural play area and a heritage orchard.

Enjoy these different areas by taking a tour along the pathways and look out for wildlife as you go.

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Interactive events on the reserve

Throughout the year there are a number of events, suitable for all ages, taking place on the nature reserve. Join the Derbyshire Wildlife Trust team to learn about the wildlife on the reserve and take part in a range of interactive games, activities and workshops. Build bird boxes, have fun foraging for natural materials to craft from, or make your own apple juice from pressed apples in the heritage orchard.

Events are free to attend. To see what’s coming up visit our events page.

Meet the volunteers

Managing the space for all to enjoy

The Peak Village nature reserve is managed and run by a dedicated team of volunteers led by The Derbyshire Wildlife Trust. The team meet regularly on the reserve and carry out a range of activities which all play a vital role in ensuring that our mission to create a rich and diverse habitat is realised.

You can watch the reserve volunteers throughout the year maintaining the paths, managing the seasonal landscapes, planting trees, hedge laying, repairing dry stone walls and working to develop the wildflower meadows.

If you are interested in joining this dedicated team visit derbyshirewildlifetrust.org.uk/support/volunteer