Peak District park raises £135m and creates 18,900 jobs

THE Peak District contributes hugely to England's economy, according to a report.Valuing England's National Parks states that green idylls are more beneficial than many think.The report says England's national parks contribute between £4 billion and £6 billion annually. The Peak District National Park brought in £135 million in 2008 and provided about 18,900 jobs.Jim Dixon, chief executive of the Peak District National Park Authority, said: "We recognise that the value...