Walking Weekend Buxtons Palace and the Heart of the Peak District
Friday 14 August 2020 16:00 - Sunday 16 August 2020
(2 nights)
From £199.00
Listed by Spice Manchester
Overview
The spa town of Buxton is at the heart of the Peak District, one of Britain's most beautiful national parks. Famed for its Opera house and the health properties of its mineral water, the area is immersed amongst stunning scenery. By staying at the beautiful Palace Hotel we are admittedly a little spoilt, not only as it is situated at the centre of Buxton but also we can enjoy the leisure facilities on offer such as the indoor pool, fitness suite, sauna and steam rooms. Its also very accessible with the train station being almost next door. In terms of the mighty impressive walking with two days to go at we shall experience almost everything the Peak District has to offer. For we shall wander over the Gritstone tors, escarpments and moorland and meader through the deepest dales sheltered by the fascinating limestone cliffs, waterfalls and flora that encapsulate Cheedale, Deepdale and Monsal Head. Add to this, pretty hamlets & villages not to mention good pubs & cafes plus so much more; and all in great company.
Includes
2 nights accommodation, 2 evening meals, 2 picnic lunches, 2 breakfasts, 2 days of guided walks with a choice of walk on each day
Extras
Transport to walk starts if usedLocation & Itinerary
Set in the very Heart of the Peak District Buxton is absolutely surrounded by superb scenery and a smorgasbord of choice of routed. To the South lies the beautiful and shapely Roaches and there are numerous circular routes around them or it is even possible to walk over the Roaches, then weave your way through gritstone valleys and follow the dark waters to Three Shires Head. Suddenly we emerge out onto the wild open heather moors and stride out towards our sumptuous hotel in Buxton. Meanwhile the easy walkers have just as many wonderful options too. One favourite circular walk comprises of all the best parts the Roaches has to offer surveying shapely Tors such as Hen Cloud, still waters of Tittesworth Reservoir, sheltered valleys with tumbling streams, heather moors, and stunning views along the way! Their reward is by way of returning to a nice welcoming pub for tea or something a little stronger!
By contrast on our second day we could explore the ‘light or white peak’ which has some of the most dramatic scenery in the national park. This area is characterised by the fascinating limestone scenery, deep limestone gorges, exposed escarpments, lush flower-rich pastures and its famous underground cave systems plus pretty hamlets. Amongst all this also lies a working history of old mills, weirs and numerous mill pools which are now a haven for wildfowl, all of which add to the enjoyment of this seriously majestic walk
Do you enjoy walking, fresh air and the company of fun like-minded people? Then yes it is ! To allow you to choose a walk that suits you best, We will provide a minimum of two walks on each day, led by professional and knowledgeable walking guides. On both days there will be a harder walk of 10-12 miles with 1000+ft of ascent, and a gentler walk of 6-9 miles with less ascent. All walks are weather dependent and own transport may be taken to the walk starts. You will be supplied with a ‘what you must bring’ list - it is your responsibility to ensure you have these items. However, the programme is flexible and can be altered to suit your needs.
Travel & Stay
Often known as the ‘Palace of the Peaks’ the Palace Hotel is renowned both locally and nationally for its standards of customer service, cuisine and accommodation. Richly decorated rooms match the beautiful Victorian architecture, and the hotel successfully combines traditional heritage with state-of-the-art facilities. Your stay will also provide you with complimentary usage of the Bodysense Health and Leisure centre comprising a 14m swimming pool, fitness suite, sauna and steam rooms. This will relax and revive you after your day’s walk. The hotel is in the heart of the town and you can literally cross the lawn and you are in the town centre, with the spa, beautiful park, individual shops, cafes, bars and bistros. So what ever you fancy doing buxton has it all
Directions by car: We have arranged free parking for you.
From the M6 North: Exit at Junction 20 and follow the M56/M60 to Stockport. Then follow the A6 to Buxton and the hotel is in the town centre adjacent to the train station.
From M6 South: Exit at Junction 15 and take the A53 to Leek and then Buxton and the hotel is in the town centre adjacent to the railway station.
From the M1: Exit at Junction 29 onto the A617 to Chesterfield. Then follow the A619 to Buxton and the hotel is in the town centre adjacent to the railway station.
Overall public travel contacts http://www.travelline.org.uk 0871 200 22 33
Travel by train
The nearest railway station is Buxton (literally5 minutes walk from the hotel).
London via Stockport and takes under 3.0 hrs
Train Information http ://nationalrail.com 08457 48 49 50
Train Information http ://the trainline.com 0871 244 1545
By Taxi:
- Allied Taxis (01298) 72123
- A Cabs (01298) 70423
- Premier Cabs (01298) 77767
If you are having problems finding the centre, please call them directly, or you could call one of these guides:
Andrew Casey: 0774 894 2263
Gideon Wheater: 0780 907 0257
Buxton Tourist Info Centre: Pavillion Gardens, Buxton, SK17 6XN
| Type | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Member Double Share | £199.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Female Twin Share | £199.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Twin Share | £199.00 | Available |
| Member Single | £239.00 | Sold Out |
| Guest Double Share | £219.00 | Available |
| Guest Twin Share | £219.00 | Available |
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