At the heart of Derbyshire lies the Peak District, which, contrary to its name, contains no peaks! (The name is thought to come from the Old English for a hill - 'peac'.) Instead the area is a series of plateaux at different heights.

The high moors in the north give way to the limestone dales in the centre and the rolling landscape in the south.

All offer walkers, of all abilities and needs, something of interest.

The Dark Peak moors rise to 630 metres (2000 feet) and the White Peak to 370 metres (1300 feet).

Pete Hawkins: your guide

Inside these pages you will find advice about where to go, what equipment you might need and also the opportunity to submit your own routes.

We describe the landscape and give you suggestions for a safe and enjoyable walk.

There are also links to follow should you wish to take your walking further.

Our guide to walking in Derbyshire is Pete Hawkins, an outdoor journalist and walking guide.

Pete has been leading walks in the Peak District and around the world for over 18 years.

Whatever you want from a walk - a challenging hike across the moors or a gentle riverside stroll, the BBC's website for Derbyshire is the place to start your journey.