Iconic Monsal Head is where the impressive Headstone Viaduct, which forms part of the Monsal Trail, straddles the verdant Monsal Dale and the River Wye meanders aimlessly through. This short and circular Monsal Head walk takes you past all these highlights! Starting from the main view point by the Monsal Head Hotel, follow the footpath…
Perched high above Castleton, on the opposite side to Mam Tor, are the ruins and singular standing tower of Peveril Castle. Built by Henry II in 1176, it is now owned by English Heritage, and you can pay to go inside to explore what’s left of the tower and walls. Alternatively, you can get some…
Located just outside of the south Peak District border between Matlock and Ashbourne, Carsington Reservoir is a great family day out with plenty of activities on offer for all ages. There are shorter 1.5 km and 5 km walking routes but this pram-friendly 12km Carsington Water walk takes you all the way around the reservoir. This…
Bamford Edge is one of the most iconic spots in the Peak District. You may have see a fair few posts on Instagram of someone stood on that rock overlooking Ladybower Reservoir, more often than not at sunset? Many people head up to this spot, grab a photo, and then head back down again (check…
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? Here on Peak District Kids we have family walks for each of these Peak District stepping stones. In fact, we have…
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…
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,…
Please note that the road to the start of this Slipper Stones 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…
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…
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…