Important notice: This is an archived version of the Peak District National Park Authority's website. It was last updated on 2 August 2011. The current version can be found at www.peakdistrict.gov.uk. This old version of the website will remain available until all content and functionality has been transferred across to the new website, after which it will be switched off.
Living In
How to apply for planning permission. Historic buildings and conservation areas, village management.
- Visitor Centres
Locations and contact details of our four visitor centres - Pedal Peak District
Route maps, bike hire and how to get fit for free - Guided Walks and Events
Free guided walks suitable for all and other events all year round - Getting here
Make use of the best public transport links for any National Park
Business and community support
We offer financial support to individuals, community groups, voluntary organisations and businesses that help achieve our conservation aims.
Business support
Live & Work Rural
Live & Work Rural assists new and existing small & medium sized businesses, social enterprises, voluntary & community sector that help achieve our conservation aims within the Peak District. The geographic area of the Programme is larger than the Peak National Park as we recognise that lots of businesses situated in and around the National Park can contribute to the economic vibrancy of the area.
All our clients who are awarded a grant must demonstrate how they directly enhance the special environment, and we work with you to explore how environmental considerations can be enhanced to improve both your business performance and benefit the National Park.
If you live or work in the Peak District and
- want to build a better future for your community
- have got a business idea buzzing around but need help pinning it down
- want to do more for the environment
please get in touch with the team.
Environmental Quality Mark (EQM)
The Peak District Environmental Quality Mark (EQM) scheme recognises businesses which have good environmental practices and contribute to the conservation of the National Park.
EQM Business Directory - see businesses which have already achieved the standard
Benefits of EQM - find out if EQM would be right for your business
How to apply - learn more about the process and request an application form
Other business grants
If you run a business in or near to the Peak District or are thinking of starting one up, visit our business grants page and use the links below to find out if we can help.
Support for organisations and individuals
Sustainable Development Fund (SDF)
The Sustainable Development Fund (SDF) supports projects that bring environmental, social, economic and cultural benefits to the National Park.
Projects that help to reduce the impacts of climate change and its effects on the Peak District are particularly welcome.
SDF Project Directory - see more information about projects we have already funded
SDF project ideas -get inspired with ideas for your community
Support for communities
We can provide advice on how to contribute to the management of your village and sources of funding available.
Find out more at our community support pages and see specific advice on the repair and restoration of historic buildings
Advice on specific issues such as how to build a parish website will be available from summer 2009.
Support for farmers and land managers
We run or are involved with a number of schemes to help support farmers and land managers based in the Peak District.
We can provide practical advice, information and guidance on a number of issues as well as up to signpost you to grant funding and help you with your applications.
See more on on support for farmers and land managers pages or get in touch with the team on 01629 816270 or email farming@peakdistrict.gov.uk
