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16 Apr - 23 Apr 2027
7 nights. Trip notes
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■ Location: Peak District
■ Duration: 7 nights at an HF Country House
■ Board Basis: Full Board
■ Travel Dates: Apr-Aug 2027
■ Itineraries available: 1
■ Choice of Walking Grade: 3 details
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From September 2026, we have expanded our walking grade scale from 6 to 10 points. While the holidays themselves have not changed (the routes, daily distances and ascent levels remain the same), our newly expanded 1-10 scale offers greater distinction between holidays and clearer grade descriptions, so you can choose a holiday that best suits you.
Gentle walking grade 3
Slightly longer walks, mostly on well-trodden paths, with some gentle gradients plus stiles and steps possible. Typically, 5-6 miles (8-10km) with around 650ft (200m) of ascent.All our carefully-curated itineraries are designed by our experts. While we make every effort to adhere to the described itinerary, we may take alternative routes or adapt the running order for weather and/or operational reasons.
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Check-in at the hotel is available from 16:00. If you are a member you can arrive at the house from 14:00. Enjoy a complimentary cream tea at 16:30 and meet other guests.
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[title] => The Cat and Fiddle and Victorian Buxton
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[description] => Distance: 4 miles (6.5km)
Ascent: 400 feet (120m) Descent: 820 feet (250m)
In Summary: Start high on the moors, with glorious views, before gently descending to Buxton, passing Solomon's Tower and Poole's Cavern show cave (entrance included). There will be time to look at the spa town of Buxton (and maybe sample the water). Take a town trail around Buxton, or explore independently, there's plenty to see, including the magnificent Pavilion Gardens and Buxton Crescent experience (payable locally).
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Distance: 4 miles (6.5km)
Ascent: 400 feet (120m) Descent: 820 feet (250m)
In Summary: Start high on the moors, with glorious views, before gently descending to Buxton, passing Solomon's Tower and Poole's Cavern show cave (entrance included). There will be time to look at the spa town of Buxton (and maybe sample the water). Take a town trail around Buxton, or explore independently, there's plenty to see, including the magnificent Pavilion Gardens and Buxton Crescent experience (payable locally).
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[title] => Along railway and canal to Cromford Mill
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[description] => Distance: 4½ miles (7km)
Ascent: 300 feet (100m)
In summary: Today's walk starts at the imposing former engine house at Middleton Top and follows the old trackbed of the Cromford and High Peak Railway to travel back in time at the National Stone Centre. The route continues to descend the old railway line to the Cromford Canal to end with a visit to the fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cromford Mill (tours and Arkwright experience payable locally) - a cornerstone of the Industrial Revolution.
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Distance: 4½ miles (7km)
Ascent: 300 feet (100m)
In summary: Today's walk starts at the imposing former engine house at Middleton Top and follows the old trackbed of the Cromford and High Peak Railway to travel back in time at the National Stone Centre. The route continues to descend the old railway line to the Cromford Canal to end with a visit to the fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cromford Mill (tours and Arkwright experience payable locally) - a cornerstone of the Industrial Revolution.
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[title] => Free Day - Central Peak District
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[description] => Discover more about the Lee Wood Hotel and the local area for ideas on how to make the most of your free day.
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Discover more about the Lee Wood Hotel and the local area for ideas on how to make the most of your free day.
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[title] => The Edges and Chatsworth
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[description] => Distance: 3.5 miles (5.5km)
Ascent: 130 feet (40m)
Descent: 720 feet (220m)
In Summary: A classic walk along the famous gritstone escarpment of Curbar Edge, dropping down to Baslow and into the ever-impressive Chatsworth Park, where we then explore historic Chatsworth House and it’s impressive gardens (tickets included).
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Distance: 3.5 miles (5.5km)
Ascent: 130 feet (40m)
Descent: 720 feet (220m)
In Summary: A classic walk along the famous gritstone escarpment of Curbar Edge, dropping down to Baslow and into the ever-impressive Chatsworth Park, where we then explore historic Chatsworth House and it’s impressive gardens (tickets included).
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[title] => Ilam and the delights of Dovedale
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[description] => Distance: 4½ miles (7km)
Ascent: 650 feet (200m)
In summary: Discover the delights of the natural beauty spot of Dovedale. Start the day in Staffordshire, with a walk to the pseudo-alpine village of Ilam. After time to explore the grounds of Ilam Hall and visit the Church of the Holy Cross, head to the tranquil riverside village of Milldale and the River Dove. Wandering downstream, the route continues through Dovedale with its crags, pinnacles and famous stepping-stones.
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Distance: 4½ miles (7km)
Ascent: 650 feet (200m)
In summary: Discover the delights of the natural beauty spot of Dovedale. Start the day in Staffordshire, with a walk to the pseudo-alpine village of Ilam. After time to explore the grounds of Ilam Hall and visit the Church of the Holy Cross, head to the tranquil riverside village of Milldale and the River Dove. Wandering downstream, the route continues through Dovedale with its crags, pinnacles and famous stepping-stones.
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[title] => The Plague village of Eyam
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[description] => Distance: 4 miles (6.5km)
Ascent: 700 feet (220m)
Descent: 700 feet (220m)
In Summary: A walk discovering the stories and histories of the infamous plague village of Eyam (pronunced Eem). The walk starts at Mompesson's Well and descends to the outskirts of Eyam, visiting sites relating to the plague before a steep descent to Stoney Middleton with its 'Roman' Baths and unusual church. We return to Eyam with time to visit the Museum (entrance included).
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Distance: 4 miles (6.5km)
Ascent: 700 feet (220m)
Descent: 700 feet (220m)
In Summary: A walk discovering the stories and histories of the infamous plague village of Eyam (pronunced Eem). The walk starts at Mompesson's Well and descends to the outskirts of Eyam, visiting sites relating to the plague before a steep descent to Stoney Middleton with its 'Roman' Baths and unusual church. We return to Eyam with time to visit the Museum (entrance included).
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[title] => Departure Day
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[description] => Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home.
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Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before making your way home.
A warm welcome
We want you to feel comfortable from the moment you arrive. You’ll find a welcome pack in your room with guest registration forms, menus, order forms for dinners and picnic lunches, the Wi-Fi password, and the front door code. Our houses are locked at night, so we recommend noting the Duty Manager’s number on arrival in case of an emergency (or getting locked out).
Evening entertainment
While evening entertainment varies from house to house, HF Holidays Inter-House Quiz night held after dinner on Wednesdays is a weekly staple. Your HF Holidays leader may be around for tips on guided and self-guided waking routes as well as visit-worthy local attractions.
Walks talks
Our HF Holidays walk leaders host guided walking information briefings before dinner on guided walking holiday arrival days. This is followed by a group Walks Talk for information on the following day’s guided walks (held before dinner every evening). Self-guided walking guests are, of course, welcome.
The walking day
Prior to setting off on guided walks, your HF Holidays Leader will run you through a short safety briefing. There’s also an up-to-date weather forecast on display at the house to ensure you have appropriate clothing and footwear. If you choose to do your own walks or are on a self-guided walking holiday, we ask that you please complete an Independent Walker Card each day. These can be found near the Discovery Point in the house.
You are welcome to check in from 4pm at the earliest. HF Members can check in earlier, from 2pm. On arrival, you’ll enjoy a complimentary cream tea and get to meet your fellow guests, our HF Holidays Leaders, and the rest of the friendly team. Check out 10am.
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• 43 well-appointed guest rooms • Exclusive occupancy: 68 guests minimum • Check in from 4:00pm • For members check in from 2:00pm • Free Wi-Fi • Free on-site parking • Boot room and drying room • Discovery Point offering a wide range of local area maps, route guides, and information for self-guided walks • Books and games to borrow • Licensed bar • Lounges • Lawned grounds • Electric vehicle charging point - Please note, you will need to bring your own cables to use this EV charging point
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Designed with your comfort in mind, Lee Wood Hotel has 43 well-appointed guest rooms available in three categories: Classic, Premium, and Superior.
Classic Rooms are comfortable en-suite guest rooms, ideal for a peaceful night's sleep. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee-making facilities, toiletries (hand wash, shampoo, and shower gel), and a TV.
Premium Rooms are more spacious en-suite guest rooms*. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee-making facilities, toiletries (hand wash, shampoo, body lotion, shower gel), and a 32-inch TV. Extras include bathrobes, slippers.
Superior Rooms are even more spacious en-suite guest rooms offering upgraded views of the surroundings*. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee-making facilities, toiletries (hand wash, shampoo, body lotion, shower gel), and a 32-inch TV. Extras include bathrobes, slippers.
The Choose Your Room service is available at our UK country houses, allowing you the option of choosing and confirming a specific room for an extra charge of £30 per room. This is subject to availability. Upgrade supplements apply.
Room supplements
| Superior | Premium single | Premium double/twin | Choose your room |
| £25 pppn | £20 pppn | £20 pppn | £30 per room |
*Views and layout reflect each properties unique character and location
For accessibility and assistance information, please contact our expert team on 020 3974 8865.
The Park,
Park Rd,
Buxton
SK17 6TQ
Tel: 01298 23002
The nearest station is Buxton, approximately 0.5 miles from the house.
Check National Rail for train times and routes.
You may wish to call one of our local taxi companies on 01298 72123 or 01298 72333 on arrival for transport to and from the train station.
Lee Wood Hotel can be approached either via The Park or to the rear via Manchester Road (A5004 Long Hill to Whaley Bridge). If you are using SatNav, our postcode is SK17 6TQ. Parking is available around the hotel, and there is additional unrestricted parking on The Park, to the south side of the premises.
The UK has a famously unpredictable climate so it's best to be prepared for weather that’s sunny one minute and raining the next. To make it easier, here’s a list of items you should consider packing.
Essentials
For holidays operating October through to the end of March, please also bring the following on your walks:
Recommended
Walks may be changed for safety reasons and are subject to a maximum and minimum number of guests.
Leaders always consider the safety of the group as a whole, and may need to alter or curtail the walk if the conditions dictate. Your leader may refuse to accept a guest where clothing, equipment or behaviour is unsuitable. In the event of a problem all leaders carry a mobile phone, first aid kit, group shelter, spare maps and a compass.
Please note: If you choose to leave the group your leader is no longer responsible for you.
If you have a particular health condition or disability please put this on your guest registration form. This information will be confidential to your leaders and the house manager, but leaders do need to take account of any issues when planning walks. Please carry a copy of these trip notes with you, or note down the contact phone number for your accommodation (details in the travel section) should you need them in case of emergency.
Where attractions are noted as optional in the itinerary, entrance fees are payable locally. This gives you greater choice, freedom, and flexibility to visit the attractions that interest you most. We have listed them in good faith, but we advise you check opening times and admission information before visiting.
We see it as our responsibility to minimise our emissions, not just for this year but every year to come. Our work with sustainability experts, ecollective, has enabled us to measure our carbon footprint and create a strategy to reduce the carbon intensity of our product by 5% each year. Our ambition is to be net zero by 2040 – earlier if we can.
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Dates & availability
7 Night Central Peak District Walking with Sightseeing Holiday
7 nights. Trip notes
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£1,289
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£1,449
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£1,399
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We are proud to be Britain’s only walking holiday co-operative. Led by almost 40,000 members, offering hundreds of holidays across the UK and overseas, with all surplus being reinvested back into our Society.

Experienced volunteer HF Leaders guide every walk at our UK country houses, offering up to three daily options. Making it easy to find a holiday to suit your ability, and with the flexibility to switch grades each walking day.

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