Reservoir

Carsington Water Review For Families

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Carsington Water Review For Families

We spent the May Bank holiday weekend in the Derbyshire Dales, enjoying everything they have to offer. From the fantastic town of Ashbourne, the cycle haven of the Tissington Trail, right through to a trip to Carsington Water, which has been on our list for some time. It certainly didn’t disappoint.
We camped around 25 minutes away from Carsington, and it was the type of place which persuaded us to start camping. A little too far from home for a day trip, but perfect for a weekend away camping.

If you’re camping nearby or just passing through Derbyshire, Carsington Water is a fantastic destination for a family day out.

Whether you want to cycle, walk, play, or just relax with an ice cream while taking in the view, it’s got you covered. Although we had our bikes with us, we’d done the Tissington Trail the day prior, so we decided to spend our time enjoying the park and taking a leisurely stroll.

We’ll definitely be back, and the bikes will certainly be off the car next time!

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Ingbirchworth Reservoir Review for Families

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Ingbirchworth Reservoir

One of our favourite types of family outings is a good reservoir walk—easy-going, scenic, and just the right distance to tire out the kids without them realising they’re exercising! This past weekend in March, with the first real hints of spring sunshine, we headed to Ingbirchworth Reservoir with some friends (who also have two kids, aged 9 and 6) for a relaxed wander.If you’ve read our Scout Dike Reservoir review, you’ll know that Ingbirchworth is part of the Three Reservoirs Walk in South Yorkshire, but this time, we focused on Ingirchworth primary reservoir —and it turned out to be a great little adventure for the kids.

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Scout Dike Reservoir Review For Families

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Scout Dike Reservoir

One thing we love about the school holidays is the new places we can visit. Whether that’s a significant car journey away or something a little closer to home; there are always new places to experience.

Over the Christmas school holidays, we visited Scout Dike Reservoir, a fantastic spot for introducing young children to the great outdoors. On the day of our visit, the wind levels were INSANE. Given its location in Penistone, it’s a considerable height above sea level so we certainly felt the wind!

Despite the blustery weather, it turned into a memorable trip that both our children, Matilda and Barney, enjoyed. Here’s a breakdown of our experience and everything you need to know before planning your visit.

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Scammonden Reservoir, Huddersfield Review For Families

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Scammonden Reservoir Huddersfield For Families

As a family that enjoys spending quality time outdoors, we are constantly on the lookout for new and exciting places to explore. Recently, we had the pleasure of visiting Scammonden Water in Huddersfield and we couldn’t wait to share our experience with other families like ours. 

Scammonden Water offers a peaceful and picturesque setting, perfect for a family day out surrounded by nature. From walking trails to stunning views, there’s something for everyone here.

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Ogden Water Country Park & Nature Reserve Review for Families

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Ogden Water Country Park For Families

On a weekend we love to spend all our time outdoors. Even if the weather isn’t too great. Given we run a family blog also we want to explore the great areas throughout Yorkshire (and sometimes beyond) where you can spend your weekends for fantastic outdoor fun. Ogden Water Country Park is the perfect destination for just that. 

This local nature reserve offers a serene setting with beautiful lakeside views and an abundance of nature. The park’s natural beauty, well-maintained facilities, and family-friendly activities make it an ideal destination for families seeking a memorable outdoor adventure.

Our family recently visited the park and had a fantastic time exploring the stunning surroundings and enjoying the wide range of activities it has to offer. It truly offers a haven to escape the busyness of life and reconnect with nature and loved ones. 

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Langsett Reservoir walking for families

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Langsett Reservoir is a stunningly beautiful body of water located in the Peak District National Park in South Yorkshire, England. The reservoir, which was constructed in the late 19th century to supply water to the city of Sheffield, has become a popular destination for walkers, cyclists, and nature lovers from all over the country. In this blog post, we will take a deep dive into the history of Langsett Reservoir, the various walking routes surrounding it, where to park, cafes available nearby, and why it is a great place to visit as a family.

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Damflask Reservoir walking for families

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This is predominantly a family cycling blog but as active travel enthusiasts, we also like to walk too! 

We had a quiet Saturday afternoon and decided to grab our spreadsheet of ‘free family fun’ things to do and find somewhere relatively local. Damflask reservoir was on our list.

Damflask Reservoir is popular for angling and water sports, but there’s also a great walk around the water’s edge.

It sits just within the boundary of the Peak District National Park, giving it a beautiful countryside setting whilst still being easily accessible from the centre of Sheffield, just 5 miles to the east.

There are actually a number of other reservoirs in the surrounding vicinity so if walking is your thing it’s a good place to visit. These include Agden Reservoir & Dale Dike Reservoir both of which are managed by Yorkshire Water.

There’s no parking at the reservoir however it’s situated just outside the village of Low Bradfield which has plenty of parking and facilities available. The village for us was the icing on the cake and made the day even more enjoyable than we could imagine. The village has fantastic facilities including public toilets, a village hall, The Schoolrooms cafe, a post office/shop, a village field and a play park. It has everything you could imagine to enjoy an afternoon out. 

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