The Peak District has been named the best of the UK's 15 national parks, according to new research conducted by the Premier Inn.

The hotel chain scoured through visitors' Google reviews as well as Instagram data in a bid to determine the top 10 most popular parks, with the Lake District and Snowdonia taking second and third place respectively. (You can check out the full list below).

Of course the Peak District is renowned for boasting some pretty spectacular landscapes spanning the likes of ethereal waterfalls, rolling green hills, historic houses, and charming villages with traditional pubs and cosy hotels.

Then of course there are all of the adventures to be had whether you're planning to take on a walking trail (there's something for hikers of all levels), opting for some wild swimming in some of the region's picturesque lakes and ponds, or even trying some of the thrilling watersports.

A view of the sunrise from Winnats Pass in Castleton (
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Families will also find plenty of attractions that cater to a wide array of ages from Poole's Cavern which is filled with limestone caverns and woodland walks, to the cable cars at Heights of Abraham.

Meanwhile, history fans won't be left disappointed either - the region is home to over 2,900 listed buildings and historic castles with highlights including Chatsworth House and Bolsover Castle. There are also plenty of National Trust sites to explore.

Edale Valley (
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Want a sneak peek? You can get a glimpse of how beautiful the park is thanks to these amazing photos taken throughout the landscapes.

If you are tempted to book a getaway, the good news is that Premier Inn has a host of hotels near the Peak District for a budget-friendly stay.

In fact, the hotel chain currently has a huge sale for the summer holidays with rooms from £29 a night, which includes its flexible booking rates (meaning you can amend/cancel right up to 1pm on your arrival day).

UK's top 10 national parks

  1. Peak District, East Midlands
  2. Lake District, Cumbria
  3. Snowdonia, North Wales
  4. Dartmoor, South West
  5. Cairngorms, Scotland
  6. Brecon Beacons, South Wales
  7. South Downs, South East
  8. Yorkshire Dales, North East
  9. Exmoor, South West
  10. New Forest, South East

You can find out more about the rankings and parks on premierinn.com.

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