Anniversary Weekend in Peak District

Date

Friday-Sunday 25-27 September

Organisers

Brian G and Rob P

Cost

£82.00 for 2 nights inclusive of supplement, breakfast, tea, coffee and cakes. £10 supplement for attendees from Meetup.

Activities

Our anniversary weekend is in the Peak District, staying at Castleton with great views from the venue. We have exclusive hire of the Mews, a neo-Gothic mansion in the Hope Valley. The region is notable for the many limestone caves, all open to the public. Early arrivals on Friday can join us for a short stroll into Castleton to explore this charming town with its 11th century castle and many historic inns for evening meals.

On Saturday we will lead an 8-mile walk from the hostel passing moorland scenery and climbing to Lose Hill. From there, there is superb ridge walk up to the summit of Mam Tor. We will have lunch there and admire the panoramic views in all directions across the valleys and moors. The walk descends to Blue John Cavern. Option to join the tour there; the cave is full of stalactites and stalagmites plus the famous Blue Stone. Walk continues to Castleton for afternoon tea at one of the welcoming tea rooms. After evening meals at the main hostel next door, we have our anniversary party in our mansion, musical entertainment provided.

On Sunday we will do a short walk from Castleton including Peveril Castle (English Heritage). Option to visit Speedwell Cavern which offers a boat trip through the cave to the amazing subterranean lake. Other local features include the Lady Bower Reservoir which was the practice run for the Dam Busters project. Cycle hire at the reservoir.

Refreshments

Breakfasts provided, plus tea, coffee and cakes. Self-catering facilities in our hostel. The main hostel next door offers all meals. Pubs and shops in Castleton (10 minutes' walk). Packed lunch required for Saturday walk.

Travel

Regular trains to Hope from St Pancras. Venue is short bus ride away, or 25-minute walk. Arranging lifts is an individual responsibility and is not arranged by organisers.

Accommodation

YHA Castleton Losehill Hall, Castleton, Hope Valley, Derbyshire, S33 8WB. Exclusive hire of the Mews annexe, mix of 2, 3 and 4 bed dorms. Own dining room and lounge.

Links

YHA Castleton Losehill Hall
Mam Tor, Hollins Cross and Lose Hill self-guided walking route
Castleton

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