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‘Sense of escape’ makes Peak District popular

36 million tourists visit the Peak District area each year

Caravan enthusiasts may enjoy a trip to one of England’s most beautiful and popular areas.

A tourism expert has suggested that the sense of escape offered by the Peak District makes it an attractive destination to holidaymakers.

Visit Peak District and Derbyshire chief executive and head of marketing David Thornton explained that the region has plenty of accommodation on offer.

He suggested that its natural beauty may be one of the reasons that numerous film makers and 36 million tourists visit the area each year.

“We have found that as the credit crunch has gone on, the Peak District in particular has become more and more attractive to people,” Mr Thornton said.

“We think it is because we have some jaw dropping inspirational scenery.”

A recent iknow-UK survey showed a rise in searches for accommodation in the Peak District and Derbyshire.

Other popular caravanning destinations around the UK include Scarborough, Blackpool and Skegness.