Kedleston Hall, Derbyshire

Distance: 3.2 miles Difficulty: Moderate

With its rolling parkland, wildflower meadows and trails for every ability, the National Trust’s Kedleston Hall comes into its own in spring. From the house, take the Long Walk through woodland to the landscaped lakes, where oyster-catchers swoop and butterflies flutter. In April/May, the forest floor is a glorious sea of bluebells, transporting you to a spring wonderland.

Embrace the slower pace of rural life