Just purchased a parking permit because the RingGo app is not very good due to internet coverage. All car parks should be free, in my opinion, to encourage health and well being by walking in the countryside. So although I have bought a pass I do not really agree with paying for parking but I do understand car parks need to be maintained.
We think that the system is good, it allows multiple parking at many sites at a reduced cost. My only comment is that a certain amount of people do not pay for parking, perhaps increased policing of the sites would discourage this practice.
In the many years we have been using the car parks we have seen just one ticket issued.
The car park machines in the Peak District car parks are a nightmare to use. Another parker told us about the Peak District annual parking permit. It is not well advertised at all but, once we knew about it, the purchase process was very simple and the pass arrived much quicker than the 7 days we were told to allow.
For my wife and I it’s a godsend we regularly walk and cycle on the trails not having to worry about change or the right change. Or messing with a credit card and the machine not getting a signal, the permit just makes life easy and saves you money if you use the trail car parks regularly.
If you are to continue charging for the use of car parks within the Peak District National Park which the public have a right of way to walk these areas, the least you can do is to keep them well maintained. My walking group use them at least once a week some are in a dreadful state.
ThankYou for sending out my parking permit.
Iv not had chance to use it yet but when I do visit the Peak District I will be prepared at the car park.
No finding change, making calls or picking up unwanted fines.
All for a bargain annual fee .
Designed in collaboration with UK cycling specialists, Presca. Sustainably made from recycled plastic bottles resulting in 60% less energy and 94% less water vs. traditional methods.
Designed in collaboration with UK cycling specialists, Presca. Sustainably made from recycled plastic bottles resulting in 60% less energy and 94% less water vs. traditional methods.
Women's Peak District Cycle Jersey - Teal Millstone
Latest arrivals
A hand selection of some of our latest additions to savour your trip, or forever to remember it by.
For every Sunrays t-shirt order we place, trees are planted in our name to help tackle global conservation projects. That means, the more t-shirts purchased, the more trees we're able to plant. They're also organic cotton and vegan approved.
Our trees will be planted in a rainforest in Madagascar, an island of outstanding natural beauty and rich ecosystems. More than 90% of their forests have been destroyed, displacing entire species and taking away the Malagasy's ability to farm and live on the land.
For every Sunrays t-shirt order we place, trees are planted in our name to help tackle global conservation projects. That means, the more t-shirts purchased, the more trees we're able to plant. They're also organic cotton and vegan approved.
Sunrays T-shirts
Supporting reforestation projects
Our trees will be planted in a rainforest in Madagascar, an island of outstanding natural beauty and rich ecosystems. More than 90% of their forests have been destroyed, displacing entire species and taking away the Malagasy's ability to farm and live on the land.
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Fight to restore mangroves
We are supporting Eden Reforestation Projects who are taking on the fight to restore washed away mangroves.
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A closer look at the project
The project covers 1,354 hectares (about 180km2) in the northwest of the island, near the settlement of Marataola.
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Reducing our plastic and waste
As the UK's original National Park and an area of natural beauty, we know only too well the impact that plastic and waste is having on our environment – to the bustling wildlife, but also the communities who call this place home.
That is why our aim is simple: to reduce our plastic and waste. We aim to achieve this by working with suppliers that share our ethos whilst not compromising on quality.
We want you to join us in doing our part for the environment.
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Be proud that every time you shop with us, your proceeds help to keep this inspirational landscape special.
Discover how you can go above and beyond to help support the conservation and accessibility projects of the Peak District Foundation.