“Now this is the way to finish a walk!” exclaimed my 7 year old as he jumped into the pool and emerged in a floating star shape with a big sigh. You’d think after a three hour hike he’d want to veg out in front of the TV. But on return to Haddon Grove from…
Hartington Hills is formerly known at Upper Hurst Farm. The name change came after a devastating fire in 2024 and our review pre-dates this. There have been many updates to the campsite with the rebuild after the fire and the Peak District Kids team hope to be back soon to update this review. Hartington Hills,…
YHA Castleton Losehill Hall is a YHA with a difference, one which combines all the YHA features you’d expect (affordability, relaxed, welcoming of muddy boots), with some unexpected bonuses (recently renovated Gothic mansion, extensive grounds, family-friendly play area). Factor in the location, adjacent to both the popular village of Castleton and many classic Peak District…
YHA Hathersage is temporarily closed. Hathersage YHA might be one of the smaller YHAs in the Peak District, without the facilities you’ll find at YHA Castleton Losehill for example, but it still makes for an enjoyable overnight stay, right in the heart of the Peak District in one of the area’s most popular villages. We…
Sandwiched between Great Ridge and the Kinder Scout in the Peak District, with a direct train from Manchester and Sheffield, the village of Edale is a fantastic base for hikers, and a popular campsite for families here is Newfold Farm. Indeed, this campsite features in our top Peak District family campsites and is often recommended…
Bank House Farm Campsite is repeatedly recommended as one of the best Peak District campsites for families by members in the Peak District Kids Facebook Group. So much so, that the Peak Disrtict Kids team thought we should go and camp there ourselves for a weekend in our Mazda Bongo camper! With a sparkly-clean washblock,…
If you’re visiting the National Park and looking for a bit more comfort with your camping, then Peak District glamping is a fantastic option! You still get to embrace outdoors living, without the hassle of loading up your car with a mountain of gear. It’s a win-win! There are some fantastic glamping options across the…
For too long, people have believed that Peak District YHAs are for young hikers needing a cheap bed for the night and geography field trips. So it may not have occurred to you that they are actually are a fantastic budget accommodation option for families, with ensuite family rooms available, lots of outdoor space for…
When your day starts with a massage, and ends with a jump in a private pool, you know you’re onto a good thing. Knockerdown Holiday Cottages, just a stones throw from Carsington Water and on the edge of the Peak District National Park, goes beyond being a home from home holiday accommodation. The onsite facilities…
For that quintessential Peak District family holiday, your best option is a holiday cottage. These are often converted barns or old farm houses oozing with character and charm. And as they’re self catering, it’s an easy option for families who want to be on their own schedule. However, these are usually booked on weekly rates….