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My themed walks can be booked for organised groups. Alternatively I will
run them occasionally
throughout the year when they will be made
available for anyone to book onto.
THE TRIT TROT
TRAIL
Imagine the delight of walking
in the wonderful Hope Valley, set in an amphitheatre of
rugged Peak District hills overshadowed by the amazing
Shivering
Mountain (Mam Tor)! This fabulous walk of between
3-8 miles (different routes available) incorporates the
picture postcard villages of Castleton and Hope as well
as
the site of the former Roman Fort at Navio. We head to the
stables of Peter Eyre to watch him harness up his majestic
shire horses to a dray before hopping
on board for a
relaxing and restful hour long drive back to Castleton with
the added treat of ginger beer and home-made lemon drizzle
cake along the way. Join me
for this extra special adventure
in the heart of the Peak District National Park for only £15
per person (booking essential as limited numbers apply)
Step Back in Time at Tissington
Enjoy a visit to the picture postcard village of
Tissington with its quaint little cottages,
village green and duck pond, overlooked by a
majestic Jacobean
manor house. This walk
includes a private tour of historic Tissington
Hall which has been home to the FitzHerbert
family for eight generations. With a walk around
the private gardens and estate as well as a
ramble on the Tissington Trail and tea/coffee
plus cake in the Old Coach House Stables, you
are guaranteed hours
of enjoyment for only £15
per person.
THE MONSAL
TRAIL TUNNELS ARE OPEN
For many years The
Monsal Trail (former Midland Railway
line) has been a popular route for
walking through the heart of the
National Park and Derbyshire
Dales.
The trail was featured on television
and made famous by Julia Bradbury in
her series ‘The Railway Walks’. With
the help of government funding and
lottery
money, the Peak District
National Park Authority set about an
exciting challenge and massive
undertaking to make the tunnels safe
and accessible and to introduce
lighting. 25th May 2011 was a very
special occasion as the 4 closed
tunnels along the 8.5 mile stretch
of trail were officially opened by
the Duke of Devonshire,
providing a
new and exciting dimension to my
walks. I can tailor-make walks of
varying lengths to suit all
abilities which incorporate at least
one of these tunnels. Alternatively,
join me on a 10-mile ramble ‘FOLLOWING
IN JULIA’S FOOTSTEPS’ to
see the Monsal Trail in full (public
transport may have to be included as
this
is a linear walk).
SALLY & THE CHOCOLATE
FACTORY
Don’t miss out on the ‘Golden Ticket’ opportunity!
THE TIPPLE TRAIL
The Peak District has been brewing quality ales for centuries,
dating back to when miners believed good ale would cure them of lead
poisoning! There is a choice of routes for The Tipple Trail, visiting
either the Peak Ale (www.peakales.co.uk)
or Thornbridge Brewery (www.thornbridgebrewery.co.uk) establishments.
Starting at a minimum of 4.5 miles, the length of your walk can be
longer depending on how far you want to stagger back on the return!
(Cost from £15 per person which includes the tour and a complimentary
bottle of ale – minimum group of 8 people required)
THE STEAM TRAIN SPECIAL
There is something very nostalgic about watching a steam
train in action with plumes of smoke and a toot toot which reverberates
all around. Running beside the River Derwent is a stretch of line
belonging to Peak Rail (www.peakrail.co.uk) where most weekends you can
reminisce and recall the wonderful days of steam and the wonders of The
Railway Children. This walk gives you the opportunity to take a
short steam train ride, to watch the engines in action and then walk
back approximately 5.5 miles along a stretch of the Derwent Valley
Heritage Way to return to your car. (Cost £10 per person which includes
the train ride – minimum group of 8 people required)
THE PADLEY PILGRIMAGE
Tucked away beside the wooded slopes of Padley Gorge is an
ancient chapel steeped in history but with a tragic story to tell of the
Padley Martyrs. A tour of this fascinating building can be incorporated
into a wonderful walk which also takes in the village of Hathersage and
possibly a ramble onto the wild and dramatic moors around Longshaw
(weather permitting). The route and distance of this walk can be
tailor-made to suit the abilities and requirements of the group. (Cost
£10 per person which includes a visit to Padley Chapel – minimum group
of 8 people required)
THE MILL RACE RAMBLE
There are a choice of routes and distances for this walk, but
all include a visit to Rowsley to see Caudwell’s Mill. Built in the 19th
century, Caudwell's
Mill is still in working order. See the
mechanisms in action; listen to the wonderful sound effects of the old
chains and metalwork systematically clanking amid the swish and rush of
the waterwheel. Visit the craft centre or call in at the popular tea
room before continuing with your walk. (Cost £10 per person which
includes a guided tour of the mill – minimum group of 8 people
required).
THE ECTON EXPERIENCE
Standing majestically at the entrance to Manifold Valley is
Ecton Hill which during its heyday was one of the richest copper mines
in the world. Abandoned more than 100 years ago, the deepest shaft which
reached a depth in excess of 1,300 feet has now been flooded. However,
the Salts Level remains high and dry and is an easily accessible way of
venturing into the heart of the hill. Unlike the more commercial caves
and caverns to the north of the Peak District, Ecton remains unspoilt
and only available to limited groups. The Ecton Experience (suitable for
children 8+ and adults) is a walk of between 6-8 miles which includes an
overground/underground tour of the mine as well as a miner’s picnic!
(Cost £15 for adults, £10 for children which includes the tour and
picnic– minimum group of 12 people required, maximum 16)
CAPTIVATING CASTERNE
Nestling on the side of a hill in an isolated part of the
Peak District is Casterne Hall which has been in the Hurt family for 500
years. This unspoilt and sympathetically restored gem of a house is
packed with interesting architectural features dating back to Roman
times. Imagine the wonders of being able to venture inside to see
‘through the keyhole’ of this country house which appears from a
distance like a Regency dolls house. Incorporate your tour with an
8-mile ramble through Dovedale and along Paradise walk in the Ilam
estate and you will have a full day of activity to experience. (Cost £15
per person which includes the tour of Casterne – minimum group of 8
people required, maximum 12)
HYDRO'S & HEIGHT'S
A guided tour
of "The Matlock's" which was a fashionable resort in the Hydropathic era
of the late 19th and early 20th centuries when visitors flocked to the
area to 'take in the waters' and enjoy the wonderful scenery and
facilities at a range of opulent and luxurious hydropathic
establishments which today may well be classed as 6*! Our walk of
approximately 5 miles over High Tor and Giddy Edge incorporates a visit
to the former Smedley's Hydro to see surviving features from its
Victorian history as well as a short talk and slide presentation. We can
include a scrumptious picnic basket lunch before returning to Matlock
Bath on a woodland path. (Cost £15 per person which includes the tour
and picnic basket lunch - minimum group of 8 people required)
CAVERN'S & CAKE
A short
guided tour of Buxton passing St Ann's Well, the famous Dome, Pavilion
Gardens and the Crescent followed by a walk up to the hills on either a
shortened route of approximately 3 miles or a lengthy hike to the moors
of approximately 7 miles. After visiting the hilltop folly of Solomon's
Temple you will walk down through the woods which form part of Buxton
Country Park before finishing your walk with a journey beneath Buxton
into the amazing Poole's Cavern which is one of the most spectacular
show caves in the country. To compliment your visit and complete your
day you will enjoy cake and a hot drink to warm you up after your
underground experience. (Cost £20 per person which includes the tour of
Poole's Cavern and refreshments - minimum group of 8 required)
http://www.poolescavern.co.uk/
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