WALKING
WALKS FROM THE DOOR, HOP ON THE TRAIN OR BUS, FAMILY FAVOURITES
Sladen Lodge sits in the middle of the Peak District National Park. It nestled amongst gently rolling hills and dramatic gritstone edges. It is a walker’s paradise and a sightseeing haven which is located in a truly beautiful part of England.
We have a selection of walks to suit everyone, from those who seek a leisurely low-level stroll to enjoy the surrounding wildlife, to those who like to get up high to enjoy the panoramas. The best thing about Sladen Lodge is its fantastic location, all of our favourite walks are either straight from the door or a short trip on the bus or train so you can leave the cars behind.
Our family favourites include walks from the door through ancient woodland to spy Robin Hoods cave on Stanage Edge, cross the fairytale “stepping stones” on the Derwent River or picnic by the papermill. Simply put on your boots and step outside to start your adventure.
If getting on top of things is more your style maybe taking on the Kinder Moorland walk from Edale train station or circling Mam Tor would excite you. View our live Met Office weather tracker for planning out your trips here.
Or perhaps the enticement of a hearty pub lunch and toasty hearth at the end of a walk will get you going!
In that case a trip up to Longshaw Estate and through Padley Gorge to Fox House might be more your thing.
Or perhaps taking in the steep cliffs at Cave Dale and ending in Castleton with an array of pubs sounds rewarding.
Both Fox House and Castleton can be reached on the local bus route which stops just outside the Lodge, so you don’t have to worry about parking.
A great place to explore is the Derwent Dams. A lovely walk around the dam, with a choice of bike hire. Explore the River Derwent and Derbyshire’s major river.
Near the Derwent Dams you can also visit Ladybower Reservoir. It was built between 1935 and 1943 and took two more years to fill. If lucky enough, you may be able to see the two small villages, Derwent and Ashopton, that were flooded in the process of building the reservoir.
A great pit stop for either a light bite or for a nice slice of cake and a coffee is the Birds Cafe along Castleton Road or The Wild Kettle at the Hope Valley Garden Centre.
CYCLING
ROAD BIKING, MOUNTAIN BIKING AND FAMILY FAVOURITES
The Peak District is not only a paradise for walkers and ramblers. There is a rich array of cycle routes and paths, from stimulating downhill mountain bike trails to road biking for the hilly enthusiast, from family friendly routes along disused railway lines such as the Monsal Trail to the circular route around the Ladybower Reservoirs.
Sladen Lodge has a sturdy and secure 16 bike lockup for you to bring your own bikes and store them safely.
Alternatively, we can recommend cycle hire from:
DERWENT CYCLE HIRE
Cycle hire at Derwent and Ladybower reservoirs
GLORY DAYS
Reliable retro bike hire
CYCLE MONSAL TRAIL
Cycle hire from Hassop station on the Monsal Trail
