The scent of old stone and polished oak greets you the moment you step through the door — this is Yorkshire hospitality with proper foundations.
The Old Shippon suits couples after a cosy base, walkers who'd rather not wrestle with tent pegs after a long day on the moors, and anyone drawn to the middle ground between camping and full hotel comfort. The camping pod offers that canvas-and-starlight feeling with a solid roof overhead, while the guest house rooms deliver warmth and a proper bed when the weather turns. Dogs are welcome by arrangement, so worth asking ahead if you're bringing yours along.
It's a year-round spot, which tells you something about the shelter and the welcome. Campfires are a possibility but check when you arrive — stone buildings and open flames need a sensible conversation first. Facilities aren't spelled out in detail, so expect something straightforward and unfussy rather than glamping bells and whistles. The vibe leans toward quiet and grounded, the kind of place where you arrive muddied and leave rested.
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22 routes found via OpenStreetMap
Follows a multi-day pilgrimage trail through the Peak District's rolling hills and dramatic moorland edges. Expect moderate to steep climbs on uneven, sometimes boggy paths – not suitable for buggies or very young children. Dogs welcome on leads near livestock. Rewards walkers with sweeping valley views, historic churches, and quiet villages, offering a peaceful escape into one of England's most beloved landscapes.
Climbs steeply out of Ilam's limestone valley then undulates across classic White Peak farmland to Wetton village, returning via dramatic Manifold Valley with its dry riverbed. Not suitable for buggies or young children – this is a proper 10-mile hike with significant ascents, stiles, and potentially muddy field paths. Dogs welcome throughout, though livestock present in grazing areas. Rewards with spectacular karst scenery, hidden caves near Wetton Mill, and sweeping Derbyshire views that justi
Follows the River Dove through a dramatic limestone gorge with gentle inclines and famous stepping stones at the start. Suitable for older children who are confident on uneven paths, but not buggy-friendly due to rocky terrain and river crossings. Dogs welcome on leads (livestock and ground-nesting birds present). The towering rock formations like Thorpe Cloud and Lover's Leap make this one of the Peak District's most spectacular valley walks, though expect crowds on sunny weekends.
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