One of the huge benefits of staying in the Youth Hostel at Ilam Hall was the selection of amazing walks available right from the door. On our first day in Ilam, we decided to explore the immediate parkland and followed the suggested 1.6km circular route available in a leaflet from the National Trust, who run … Continue reading Ilam Park with Children

Carsington Water is a large reservoir owned and managed by Severn Trent Water. It is located just outside the boundary of the Peak District National Park, easy to find and well signposted from nearby roads. The main car park near the Visitor Centre costs £5 for all day parking and while the machines only take … Continue reading Cycling Around Carsington Water

The Manifold Trail is a family friendly cycle route that follows the route of an old railway. Named in The Guardian's 'Britain's Best Bike Rides' it is mostly level, well surfaced an almost entirely traffic free. There are car parks at both ends of the trail (Waterhouses and Hulme End), with other additional joining points … Continue reading Peddling in the Peak District – the Manifold Trail

We first visited this excellent climbing centre when we took part in the 5x50 Challenge a couple of years ago, and we had a brilliant family tuition session with the wall and instructor to ourselves. This holiday, there was a special promotion running for children to climb for £2.50, so we booked the children and … Continue reading The Wall in the Hall at Old Heathcote School Community Centre, Tiverton.

We love a good set of stepping stones! Whilst we invariably end up with children and dogs in the water, it's good to at least start with a hop across! This lovely set are located just outside of Chagford, close to Chagford Swimming Pool. Whilst there is a small car park next to the pool, … Continue reading Rushford Mill to Dog Marsh Bridge