The Moorland Centre is a new visitor and learning centre at Fieldhead, Edale, replacing the former National Park Information Centre. The Duke of Devonshire, speaking at the opening ceremony in September 2006, said: "In order to love these uplands properly we need to learn about them and educational facilities and functions are high on the list of priorities here and rightly so".

The Moorland Centre:

• interprets the special qualities of the Peak District moorlands in order to increase the public's understanding and enjoyment of this fragile national resource
• has an interactive exhibition which gives visitors an insight into the moorland landscape
• aims to attract repeat visitors, through changing displays and a programme of events
• caters for a range of ages and interests
• provides 'access for all' to the building and grounds
• provides a rest and shelter area for groups
• provides an information service, including weather forecast and wildlife sightings
• has a retail area with a good range of maps, books, clothing and gifts
• is insulated with a green roof and heated by a ground source heat pump

The new building is linked through a covered walkway to a refurbished farmhouse. This is the base for the Moors for the Future team and our research centre. We are currently developing a specialist moorlands reference library for students and the general public.

The popular Fieldhead camp site surrounding the centre is open throughout the year and was recently listed in the top 50 camp sites in Britain by the Guardian newspaper.

Where is it located?

The Centre is at Fieldhead, Edale, approximately 400 metres from the railway station and village car park, on the main road to the village centre and Grindsbrook (location map). N.b. There is no visitor parking at the Centre - please come by public transport or use the village car parks. The limited parking at the Centre is for camp site or disabled users only. The address is

The Moorland Centre
Fieldhead
Hope Valley
Derbyshire
S33 7ZA
T: 01433 620207 or 01629 816587
F: 01433 623726

When is it open?

Opening times: -

Monday - Friday 9.30 - 5.00
Weekend and Bank Holiday 9.30 - 5.30

Who owns the Centre?

The Peak District National Park Authority owns and operates the centre. The development of interpretative displays, tourism information and research is through partnerships with community, land management and moorland tourism interests (e.g. National Trust, United Utilities etc.).

The Centre was developed by the Moors for the Future Partnership. The design team was Bower Mattin (Architects), William Saunders Partnership (Project Management) and Campbell & Co. (Design Consultants). Further information.

Who funded the Centre?

Funding for the Moorland Centre has come from Heritage Lottery Fund, East Midlands Development Agency, European Regional Development Fund, SITA Environmental Trust, Peak District National Park Authority, National Trust, Natural England, Sustainable Development Fund and the Moorland Association, private sector moorland owners.