Who doesn’t like a long weekend ? Easter is a sign of spring and having a 4 day weekend forecast for good weather eventually made us feel like we were escaping winter. We were lucky enough to have the use of Katies mums house over near Whitby for the weekend as they were away. So…
Read MoreWhat is Wild Camping ? Is it legal ? Is it safe ? All valid questions and here we will answer them with our opinions and knowledge but this doesn’t mean there right or wrong so please do your own research before undertaking a wild camp. In answer to the first question lets start with…
Read MoreDuring the last few weeks we haven’t been out adventuring much as Coben has had a chest infection so we were a bit worried about exposing him to the cold damp days we have had recently. However we were itching to get out and get some earth under our feet and one Sunday we were…
Read MoreWe joined the National Trust when Coben was born as we thought it would be a good investment and would enable us to visit places that aren’t too far away and when time is short, and have facilities such as cafes and toilets on hand, the things that make life with a baby that bit…
Read MoreThe other weekend we decided to head into the dales to get some miles under our feet, we didn’t want to venture too far as we have had a busy few weekends, but still wanted the feeling of isolation and adventure. So I quickly looked at the map and spotted Hebden which sits 2 miles…
Read MoreTrollers Gill near Appletreewick is a magical place with many myths surrounding the it. Upon visiting there is a magical atmosphere and a place the kids and adults will love exploring. Care must be taken around any mine shafts, caves and open water.! One of the folklore tales is the one of a Demon Dog…
Read MoreBaysBrown Campsite to Skelwith Bridge Length – 5.3 Miles Elevation – 352ft Time – 2 – 3 hours with toddlers Difficulty – Easy Parking – Car Park in Elterwater or from campsite (If staying there) Cafe/Amenities – Choice of pubs a cafes and public toilets Baby Changing – Available in some of the above TheOutdoorsFamilyUK…
Read MoreThe peak district is an area we dont venture to often despite that it is less than an hour away for us to access so the other weekend we decided to go to Langsett reservoir which sits above Ladybower reservoir. We arranged to meet some friends at 10.30am not too early not too late thinking it…
Read MoreHebden Mines Length – 3 miles Elevation – 1030ft Time – 1.15 hrs – 2 hrs Difficulty – Easy – Moderate Parking – Roadside Parking What3words///sudden.revives.enjoys Cafe/Amenities – Cafe and Pub Baby Changing – Yes at above Family Rating – 3/5 Route Notes 1 – Roadside parking please park considerately. Donation box near old school…
Read MoreLangsett Reservoir Length – 5.2 miles Elevation – 1315 ft Time – 1.45 – 2.5 Difficulty – Moderate Parking – Langsett Barn car Park What3words///bluff.track.neckline Cafe/amenities – Cafe/Pub near car park Baby Changing – Yes Family Rating – 3/5 Route Notes 1 – Parking is available in the large car park but does get busy…
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