Mention the Dark or White Peak and most people will have in mind the areas within the boundaries of the Peak District National Park.

However that boundary is a man-made line and there are some fine walks to be had outside these areas.

The rolling hills and wooded valleys around Chesterfield is a largely undiscovered jewel and South Derbyshire boasts the lowlands of the Trent Valley.

Both areas deserve more attention from walkers as a way of reducing the pressure on the Peak District National Park and because they offer some superb walking in their own right.