Important notice: This is an archived version of the Peak District National Park Authority's website.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
Live & Work Case Studies
Read case studies below and watch videos on our Youtube channel
Heath & Ann Evdemon, Wind Power Innovations Ltd, Glossop
“Many thanks for all your help and support. Couldn’t have done it without you!”
L&WR assisted with a grant, support to produce a Business Plan and advise to apply for their successful SDF grant.
They attended a Bakewell Farmers’ Market promotional stand, where their idea was well received by the general public, and also our Partnership Meeting where they promoted their device and spoke to partners.
Diane Barnes - I Love Puddings, Glossop (photo & DVD)
Diane lives and works in Glossop and has set up her business making local, quality steam puddings.
She works with Howard Town Brewery to source beer for her puddings and has just won a contract with Chatsworth Farm Shop to sell her puddings there.
Live & Work Rural has assisted her to purchase specialist pot sealing equipment to help her business grow and become more efficient.
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Carl Heery - Fairfield Chip Shop - Probably the greenest chippy in the High Peak!
Carl met with our environmental manager when he was setting up his new fish and chip shop in Buxton. Pretty much everything has been considered and purchased to benefit the environment and the chips are great as a result!
The fryer is energy efficient with power saving mechanisms, power and heat are carefully controlled. Recyclable packaging boxes and cups are made from sugar cane which is a bi-product of sugar production. Carl has also assisted other chippies in the area to be "greener" and is willing to advise other businesses. "I employ local staff who walk to work" says Carl Heery.
Staff in the photo are: Carl Heery, owner, Nicky Clyde and Clare Davies.
Newtown, Longnor - Big Fernyford Farm
In Staffs Moorlands we have assisted Neil Richardson at Big Fernyford Farm to develop his Business Plan and application for the LEADER in the Peak District Rural Action Zone Programme assistance. The aim is to redevelop a derelict former pig shed into a processing room to prepare and package his own Belted Galloway Cattle reared on his own farm.
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Nick Chandley, Peak Llamas, Great Hucklow
Peak Llamas is a new business venture for Nick Chandley and his wife Janet. They are both teachers but really wanted to work, as well as live, in the Peak District and banish the daily commute. By making the most of their smallholding, their passion for animals and the Peak District Scenery, Peak Llamas was established as a llama trekking business, offering guided walks with these gentle, trusting and companionable creatures. The treks are especially suitable for youngsters, people with special needs and anyone who would like a novel introduction to walking in the Peak District (while having their picnic carried for them!). (DVD available)
Rachel Whiting, Cornucopia, Darley Dale (DVD available)
Cornucopia is a pre-owned designer dress agency, owned and managed by local resident Rachel Whiting. As well as re-using and recycling, Rachel is selling Peak District made jewellery, bags and crafts, and is taking action on the shop’s carbon footprint – and running costs – after seeking advice from L&WR about heating and lighting systems.
Castleton - Denewood En Suite Accommodation
Emma struck upon a gap in the market in Castleton, to link with others to provide to accommodation for group of 20+. Emma also worked hard to get her accommodation quality rated and also holds the EQM, Environmental Quality Mark.
