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Stepping stones in the Peak District: Dovedale, Chee Dale, Hathersage and Bamford

When people think of Peak District stepping stones, they automatically think of the iconic Dovedale Stepping Stones. But did you know that there are also stepping stones at Chee Dale, Hathersage and also Bamford? We have four lovely walks on Peak District Kids that takes in each of these Peak District stepping stones. In fact …

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The 16 BEST Peak District walks for toddlers and pre-schoolers (ages 1-4)

Details of Peak District toddler walks and pre-schooler walks that are short, relatively flat, and incorporate lots of variety to keep little ones engaged. All these walks have been tested out by a toddler and pre-schooler, and even though some may be only 1km long, you will need to allow for a good couple of …

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Lud’s Church walk (circular, 5.3km): NOT from Gradbach

As you descend into the rocky depths of Lud’s Church, it feels like you’ve entered another world, away from the typical green rolling dales and farming land of the Peak District. Parents – this Lud’s Church walk is your opportunity to release your inner Indiana Jones… in Staffordshire. Created by a giant land-slip, this deep, …

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Blaze Farm, Cheshire: everything you need to know

Over in the Cheshire corner, Blaze Farm in Wildboarclough is one of our favourite days out with young kids in the Peak District. Meet farm animals, treat yourselves to their scrummy homemade ice-cream in the tearooms, and enjoy the short Blaze Farm nature walk to take in those stunning Peak District views. And if you’re …

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Slippery Stones walk (linear, 2.8km): pram friendly

Please note that the road to the start of this walk is closed on weekends and bank holidays. Slippery Stones is a beautiful stone bridge over the River Derwent, north of Howden Reservoir. It’s a lovely spot for a picnic and wild swim on a warm day, and the footpath to get here from the …

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Bamford Edge: how to get there and where to park

Wondering how to get to Bamford Edge? It’s one of the easiest viewpoints to reach in the Peak District, along with Mam Tor and Baslow Edge. And what a view! Arguably the best in the Peak District. Especially at sunset. On a clear day you can see across to Win Hill, Lose Hill, over to …

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High Peak Bookstore and Café: what to expect

Visiting a bookstore isn’t just about picking a book off the shelf and walking to the till. It’s a place you want to take your time browsing and aimlessly wandering, picking something up that takes your fancy, and then sitting in a cosy nook to flick through a few pages. High Peak Book Store and …

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35 things to do in the Peak District with kids

This post is regularly updated for things to do in the Peak District with kids, Peak District days out, and Peak District family attractions. The Peak District, the UK’s oldest National Park, makes for an idyllic weekend away or a week long holiday, and is perfect for outdoor loving families. With our hiking boots on …

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Visiting SPEEDWELL CAVERN, Castleton, with kids

Set at the foot of the spectacular Winnats Pass, Speedwell Cavern is one of the best things to do in Castleton and is our favourite of the four Castleton show caverns. Why? Because you get to venture into the cavern on a boat! Now Speedwell Cavern is not for the faint hearted or claustrophobic. You need …

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Bakewell to Chatsworth walk, via Edensor (circular, 10km)

This picturesque Bakewell to Chatsworth walk is one of our longer family walks in the Peak District, but one of the best circular Bakewell walks. It will lead you through pretty woodland to the sweeping open pastures of the Chatsworth Estate, where you’ll perhaps spot deer and sheep, then along the River Derwent, before heading …

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