Walking Weekend Easter Bank Holiday Dovedale & the Southern Peak District
Friday 07 April 2023 16:00 - Monday 10 April 2023
(3 nights)
From £359.00
Listed by Spice National
Overview
We aspired to walk from this centre for years and years and it is great that it is in our schedule. Walter Scott certainly gained inspiration from this stunning landscape for his novel the Peveril of the Peak set in Dovedale and part of the Peak District National Park. The first of Britain’s National Parks, it covers 542 square miles taking in, to the north, the wild Dark Peak where Curlews cry across desolate peat bogs and the more pastoral White Peak to the south west. In terms of the mighty impressive walking with three days to go at we shall experience two of the most pleasing things the Peak District has to offer; Dales and Rivers. The enchanting dales of Dovedale and Mill Dale are sure to feature and this means the pleasing River Dove will be on the menu too. No visit here would be complete without visiting the quaint hamlet Hartington which in turn earths up the serenely beautiful Wolfscotedale to add into the pot. Another walk which is sure to be a winner loops around the River Manifold and near the vicinity of the river Hamps making a dish fit for a King! Add to this, over the course of the weekend, pretty hamlets & villages not to mention good pubs & cafes plus so much more and all in great company.
Includes
3 nights accommodation, 3 breakfasts, 3 evening meals, 3 picnic lunches, 3 days of guided walks with a choice of walks each day
Extras
Any transport if taken to walks in own cars or coaches
Guests: Guests & Non Members who are new to Spice are welcome to book at a £36 supplement though they may prefer to join to obtain the member rate and any deals that may be available at the time of booking/joining. Please call your local office to enquire about booking as a guest.
Location & Itinerary
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.
Travel & Stay
Surrounded by pretty countryside and set in a charming village location this comfortable Country House provides a perfect base for our long weekend. From here we shall have our every need catered for. All the bedrooms have an individual layout and character but all have TV with digital radio, hair dryer and complimentary tea and coffee making facilities. For our complete relaxation the spacious public rooms lead to a licenced bar which in turn opens onto a terrace with an aspect enjoying a delightful view of the surrounding countryside. Wi-Fi in all public areas and a proper boot and drying room to cater for any type of Bank Holiday weather.
Travel to the Peveril of the Peak
Grid reference: SK 157 505
By train: The nearest stations are Derby or Buxton. Check National Rail for train times and routes.
By taxi:
From Buxton railway station a taxi takes approximately 35 minutes to complete the 20-mile journey and costs £48 if pre-booked.
From Derby railway station the 18-mile journey takes approximately 40 minutes and costs £40 if pre-booked.
You can pre-book a taxi from HF’s recommended company, Ashbourne Taxis*. Please note, all guide prices are for a 4-seat taxi. 8-seater taxis are also available at a higher rate. Please prebook your taxi in advance by contacting: Ashbourne Taxis, Tel: +44 (0)1335 345198 / +44 (0)7851 683452 and email: ashbourne-taxis@hotmail.co.uk
*Ashbourne Taxis is not owned or managed by HF Holidays and prices are subject to change
By bus: There is a bus service as far as Ashbourne, about three miles from The Peveril of the Peak. You’ll need to take a taxi from Ashbourne, taking around 10 minutes (£10 if pre-booked, see above), or use the Derbyshire Connect Service (telephone +44 (0)1335 342951).
From Buxton you can use the 442 service or from Derby catch the SWI service.
Check online for up-to-date bus times.
By car to the Peveril of the Peak Satellite navigation, enter the postcode DE6 2AW.
From the south
Leave the M1 at junction 24 and head to Ashbourne via the A50 and A515. Continue north on the A515 towards Buxton. One mile north of Ashbourne turn left, signposted to Thorpe, Dovedale, and Ilam. After a further two miles the road bends sharply left by the Old Dog pub. The Peveril of the Peak is at the bottom of the hill.
From Buxton
Take the A515 south towards Ashbourne. After 17 miles turn right at the crossroads following signs to Thorpe. After one mile turn right by the Old Dog pub. You’ll find The Peveril of the Peak at the bottom of the hill.
From the west
Leave the M6 at junction 15 and head via the A50, Cheadle (A521), and Oakamoor (A5417) to the A52. At the junction of the A52 and the A523 take the minor road signposted to Ilam. After 1.5 miles turn left and descend the hill. Cross the bridge at Ilam, turn right, and follow the road through Dovedale and Thorpe village. The Peveril of the Peak is on the left-hand side at the end of the village.
| Type | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| Member Double Ensuite Share | £359.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Twin Ensuite Share | £359.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Premium Double Ensuite Share | £409.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Premium Twin Ensuite Share | £409.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Single Ensuite | £419.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Premium Single Ensuite | £429.00 | Sold Out |
| Member Sole Occupancy Ensuite | £449.00 | Sold Out |
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