01335 310282Holiday Cottages Peak District – This is the fifth piece on exploring the Peak District National Park from a base in the south of the Park, the Paddock House Farm Holiday cottages at Alstonefield village. In this piece we continue with various sports activities possible at the Park.
Sailing and Windsurfing
In the last piece we looked at canoeing and kayaking, noting that in these water sports, one controls the boat using one’s own power, by being seated in an appropriate manner and using a single or double blade paddle. In sailing, it is wind power that we use to steer the boat.
Large sails are attached to the boat and by changing the rigging, rudder etc. you manage to get the wind to steer it in the desired direction. Obviously, you need a lot of (admirable) skill to get the wind do your bidding.
Windsurfing also uses sails, but instead of a boat, you stand on a board, as in surfing.
Sailing and windsurfing opportunities are available at the reservoirs in the Park and typically you will find yourself among surroundings that offer stunning views. If you are new to the sport, you can get training from the many sailing clubs located at the reservoir locations. You would acquire a great skill that will help you forget everything else and manage the wind to speed across waters.
Fishing
With a large number of water bodies such as reservoirs, rivers, lakes and canals, you have abundant opportunities to fish for trout and other varieties of fish. The two most important things you need are a national fishing rod licence, which you can get from Post Offices, and a fishing permit, which you get from the owner or manager of the water body concerned. At many places, you can get a day ticket (as distinct from seasonal let).
And you can probably carry your catch to your “home” at Paddock House to cook and enjoy!
Self-Catering Accommodation at Paddock House Farm Holiday Cottages
The Paddock House offers six cottages accommodating groups in different sizes, from a couple to ten persons. All the cottages have fully equipped kitchens with electric hobs and cookers, microwave, cutlery and crockery and dishwashers. You will also find a dining table either in the kitchen or in a separate dining area. Some of the cottages have barbeques and picnic benches outside.
The cottages also sport comfortable living rooms with sofa bed, TV, DVD, Freesat and Video, and bedrooms with single or double beds, chest of draws, wardrobes and CD alarm clock radios. Main bathrooms in the cottages have shower over bath, wash basins and WC. Some have additional smaller baths. There is also a fully equipped laundry room.
The cottages are located on a spacious 35-acre ground that has five acres of gardens, picnic areas with picnic benches and barbeque facilities. There are also play areas suitable for ball and other types of games.
In fact, you will find yourselves in a home-like environment even though you might be far from your home.
- Ash Derbyshire Holiday Cottage 3 bedroom sleeps 6 + 2
- Beech Derbyshire Holiday Cottage 3 bedroom sleeps 6 + 4
- Oak Derbyshire Holiday Cottage 3 bedroom sleeps 5
- Hazel Holiday Cottage 2 bedroom sleeps 4 + 2
- Elm Derbyshire Holiday Cottage sleeps 2 + 2
- Cherry Derbyshire Holiday Cottage sleeps 2
Carsington Water – Holiday Cottages Peak District
