This lovely family walk begins in Ilam. We stayed at Ilam Hall with the YHA and were able to park at Ilam Park for free as we are NT members. You can park closer to Dovedale (and miss out on the walk but charges apply and it gets very busy). We followed the 2.5km route … Continue reading Dunster Hill to Dovedale – peaks and paddling
Ilam Park with Children
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
Cycling Around Carsington Water
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
Peddling in the Peak District – the Manifold Trail
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
The Wall in the Hall at Old Heathcote School Community Centre, Tiverton.
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.
Rushford Mill to Dog Marsh Bridge
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
Woods to Build Dens in!
A walk in the woods takes a completely different turn if there's a den to build, or pre made dens to play in and use as shelters for enjoying our snacks in. Here are some of our favourite den-rich spots: Combe Wood, Honiton Combe Wood is just outside Honiton, and while small it is perfectly … Continue reading Woods to Build Dens in!
Enchanted Occombe
Occombe Farm is a lovely spot, free to park and free to enter, with animals to see, a nature trail and a fab cafe. There are lots of picnic benches and spots, a toilet block and loads of space to play plus an old tractor to climb on. Sadly the wooden play equipment is no … Continue reading Enchanted Occombe
Woodland Walks for Wheels
If you're keen to get everyone out for a walk in the woods but have to take a buggy or wheelchair, check out our tried and tested favourites! 1) Mamhead Trail, Haldon With a free car park and easy, flat, loop walk with fab views and lots of sit down spots, the Mamhead Trail at … Continue reading Woodland Walks for Wheels
Four Fab Rope Swing Spots
1) Ellerhayes Activity Tree One of our favourite places for a family walk, as it great for children and dogs alike, the Activity Tree above Ellerhayes Bridge is a brilliant playground made form natural materials. The views are far reaching so you feel like you're swinging at the top of the world! If you want … Continue reading Four Fab Rope Swing Spots
