Peak District Outdoor Festival
The Peak District Walking and Outdoor Festival is a fantastic annual celebration of all things outdoor.....and of course Peak Mountaineering are right in the thick of the action!
On this page you'll find activities for hikers, bikers, climbers and learners of all levels. There's also loads of family friendly options and even an outdoor preparedness course to help you cope if the unexpected happens.
All the events have been priced as competitively as possible to make it accessible for all - but we know from experience that demand for places will be very high.
If you see a course that interests you but don't know if it's suitable for your requirements don't hesitate to get in touch and we'll happily advise you.
Please give us a call on 01433620283 or fill in the booking form (and send a deposit) through this link www.peakmountaineering.com/booking-form as soon as possible.
Mountain Biking
Adult Introductory Mountain Bike Skills
Sunday 22nd April & Sunday 6th May
- Starting point: Fairholmes Car Park in the Derwent
- Start time: 9.30am Finish time: 4.00pm
- A day of essential skills for those new to off road riding – all delivered in a supportive, fun and friendly environment
- Suitable bike and helmet needed (can be hired)
- £40.00 per person
Adult Intermediate Mountain Bike Skills (2 days)
Thursday 3rd May to Friday 4th May
- Starting point: Woodbine Café, Hope
- Start time: 9.30am Finish time: 4.00pm
- Progressive skills course for mountain bikers who wish to take their riding to the next level
- Suitable bike and helmet needed (can be hired)
- £80.00 per person
Family Mountain Bike Adventure
Saturday 28th April & Saturday 6th May
SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY
- Starting point: Fairholmes Car Park in the Derwent Valley
- Start time: 9.30am and 1.00pm Finish time: 12.30pm and 4.00pm
- A morning or afternoon session of fun mountain biking for families
- Suitable bike and helmet needed (can be hired)
- £20.00 Adult, £10.00 Child, £50.00 Family of 4
Navigation and Hillwalking
Right Way in a Day – Navigation Course
Sunday 22nd April, Saturday 28th April & Saturday 5th May
- Starting point: Fairholmes Car Park in the Derwent Valley
- Start time: 9.30am Finish time: 4.00pm
- A one day navigation course looking at all the key skills to get you navigating off the beaten track confidently and competently
- £30.00 per person
NNAS Bronze Level Navigation Course (2 days)
Tuesday 24th – Wednesday 25th April
- Starting point: Fairholmes Car Park in the Derwent Valley
- Start time: 9.30am Finish time: 4.00pm
- A 2 day navigation course for anyone new to navigation for those who wish to improve on basic skills
- £80 per person
NNAS Silver Level Navigation Course (2 days)
Tuesday 1st – Wednesday 2nd May
- Starting point: Hathersage
- Start time: 9.30am Finish time: 4.00pm
- A 2 day navigation course for anyone with some navigational experience or those who have completed the NNAS Bronze Level Award
- £80 per person
The Great Ridge at Night
Sunday 22nd April, Saturday 28th April & Saturday 5th May
SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY
- Starting point: Woodbine Café in Hope
- Start time: 6.00pm Finish time: 10.30pm
- The best way to walk one of the Peak District National Park’s most famous landmarks – at night!
- We've also teamed up with our great friends at The Cheshire Cheese Inn at Hope (which conveniently is situated right at the end of the walk) to offer an optional post walk feast of tasty sandwiches and chips at only £5 per person - the perfect way to celebrate our acheivement (please let us know at the time of booking if you wish to take this option)
- Don't forget a good torch and spare batteries.
- £15.00 per person, child £7.50, family of 4 £40
- WE ARE VERY PLEASED TO BE USING THIS WALK AS A FUNRAISING OPPORTUNITY FOR 'FRIENDS OF THE PEAK DISTRICT'. THE WORK THIS ORGANISATION DO TO PROTECT THE PEAK DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK IS AMAZING - WE ARE DELIGHTED TO HELP THEM CONTINUE.
Rock Climbing
Adult Lead Climbing Course (2 days)
Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th May
- Starting point: Windgather Rocks near Whaley Bridge
- Start time: 9.30am Finish time: 4.00pm
- A course for anyone that has outdoor climbing experience and now wants to learn the skills required to lead climb
- £160 per person
Resin to Rock Adult Climbing Course
Saturday 28th April
- Starting point: Windgather Rocks near Whaley Bridge
- Start time: 9.30am Finish time: 4.00pm
- A course designed for anyone who has learnt to climb on indoor walls and is now keen to make the transition to outdoor climbing or inexperienced outdoor climbers keen to further their crag skills
- £35.00 per person
Classic Climbs of the Peak District
Saturday 28th April & Saturday 6th May
- Starting point: Hathersage
- Start time: 9.30am Finish time: 4.00pm
- Here's yor chance to be guided around some of the best climbing routes in the area - a unique tour that should be compulsory for all climbers!
- £50.00 per person
Family Climbing & Abseiling Day
Sunday 29th April
SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY
- Starting point: Windgather Rocks near Whaley Bridge
- Start time: 9.30am Finish time: 4.00pm
- Climbing is the perfect family activity - children love it, adults love it, children and adults love sharing it
- £20.00 Adult, £10.00 Child, £50.00 Family of 4
Other Skills
Dealing with Outdoor Emergencies
Monday 23rd April & Monday 30th April
- Starting point: Fairholmes Car Park in the Derwent Valley
- Start time: 9.30am Finish time: 4.00pm
- Luck favours the well prepared…. A day of training for the unexpected run by mountaineering instructors and first aid trainers with extensive wilderness experience… surely a course you just can’t afford to miss?
- £30.00 per person
