Peak District Fabulous Family Walks

Join us for a fabulous family walk with your children! 

The Peak District is both 'mighty and manageable'.  It offers summits, scrambles, stories, wrecks and treasure on a scale that works perfectly for a family day out. 

Whether you want to find a second world war aircraft wreck, scramble up a Clough on Derbyshire's highest plateau, or seek treasure at 'Robin Hood's Stride', we can help you meet your mission! 

We'll ensure your family walk is:

Fun: We like to educate, inspire and have fun

Affordable: A whole family group from just £80 a day 

Bespoke: We work to your aspirations, ages and abilities

On every walk there's treasure - so let's find it together!

 

Walks, dates, costs and booking details listed below 


1. Fabulous Families - A Rocky Adventure on Kinder Scout!

Wednesday, 9 August 2023.

A fabulous introduction to the Peak District's highest plateau with a fun-filled adventure up a rocky gorge - this route takes us right up onto the Kinder Plateau, with its  massive gritstone escarpment  and stunning views across the valley below.  Starting from Edale, we head up into Grindsbrook Clough, enjoying an easy scramble around the rocks and boulders - we can explore the stream bed as we climb, enjoying a paddle to cool our feet at the top!   We'll visit the high summit of Grindslow Knoll before descending back along rocky paths and through fields to the village -  here there are tearooms with cakes and ice creams to enjoy!  A great day out for an active family wanting to discover the high hills! 

 

  • 4miles (7km) with 1250 feet (384m) of uphill/easy scrambling
  • We'll meet at the main car park in Edale (or meet your train at Edale Station)
  • Subject to agreement you may be able to bring your family dog too!
  • Walks are from 9.45am - 2.30pm - sometimes we can be flexible on timings depending on the group/weather
  • We'll send you full walk and meeting details when you book

  

Please book and pay below.  Any queries?  Feel free to contact us

9 Aug.

£80.00

  • Places available

2. Fabulous Families - Find the Bleaklow Bomber!

Friday 11 August, 2023.

This unique adventure is a search for the 1948 site of a B-29 Superfortress US Air Force bomber which tragically struck Bleaklow Hill in mist.  Remnants of the aircraft's engines, undercarriage and wings remain.  We'll provide a map and compass and learn some fun-easy navigation skills so you can find the aircraft - there's a reward for when you find it!   We learn about the bomber's  sad story and explore the surrounding moorland including Higher Shelf Stones, a dramatic escarpment with far reaching views from over 2000 feet.  This is a great walk for young families who want a fun and fascinating adventure, whilst enjoying far reaching views from the Peak District's second highest plateau.  

 

  • 3.5 - 4 miles (6 - 6.5km) with 550 feet (164m) of uphill
  • We'll park at the summit of he A57 Snake Pass (between Glossop and Ladybower Reservoir) so not too much climbing!
  • Option to lengthen the walk to 5-6 miles/9-10km along the famous Pennine Way to to the summit of Bleaklow Hill 
  • Subject to agreement you may be able to bring your family dog too!
  • Walks are from 9.45am - 2.30pm - sometimes we can be flexible on timings depending on the group/weather
  • We'll send you full walk and meeting details when you book

 

"Our Guide did a fantastic job with my son - helping him read the map and letting him take the lead. We had an amazing walk up to the site of B-29 plane crash. He knew the history and had a wonderful knowledge of the Peaks . Highly recommended!"

Julia, following a walk to the B29-Superfortress with her 13 year old son

 

Please book and pay below.  Any queries?  Feel free to contact us

29 May. 11 Aug.

£80.00

  • Places available

3. Fabulous Families - Treasure at Robin Hood's Stride!

Wednesday 23 Aug 2023. 

This walk's great for new navigators. First, we'll look at some map skills so that you can learn to find your way. Then you'll take us to the rocky outcrops of Robin Hood's Stride where legend says Robin Hood leapt between the rocks! No leaping off rocks for us, but there will be hidden treasure - see if you can use your new navigation skills to find it! We'll provide a map compass for an enjoyable day where learning is easy and fun!

 

  • 4 miles (8km) with 700 feet (200m) of uphill
  • We can shorten it for younger ones - to 1.5 miles with 300 feet (100m) of climbing
  • We normally meet in the village of Youlgreave, near Bakewell
  • Subject to agreement you may be able to bring your family dog too!
  • Walks are from 9.45am - 2.30pm - sometimes we can be flexible on timings depending on the group/weather
  • We'll send you full walk and meeting details when you book

 

Please book and pay below.  Feel free to contact us

23 August.

£80.00

  • Places available

If you would like to find out more about Private Guided Walks for Families please do contact us.