Callow Hall is well positioned to
visit and enjoy some of Derbyshire's great historic houses, as well as
other nearby attractions:
Yeaveley Estate Yeaveley
Estate, is situated only 5 minutes drive from Callow Hall and provides
an excellent selection of outdoor activities for everyone to enjoy,
shooting, fishing and Archery are available and the lists are endless.
Arrangements
can be made to visit Yeaveley Estate and partake in any of there
advertised activities in conjunction with your stay at Callow Hall,
please contact Callow Hall for more details.
Ashbourne Golf Club Callow
Hall is situated only a 5 minute drive away from Ashbourne Golf Club,
one of Derbyshire Premier Golf Courses, an 18-hole course awaits there
to challenge all standards of golfer, with breathtaking views of the
Derbyshire Dales from every angle, this is not to be missed by any
golfer! In 2009 Ashbourne Golf Club are proud to be celebrating their
10th Year Anniversary.
Packages can be arranged for golfing days
in conjunction with your stay at Callow Hall, please contact Callow Hall
for more details.
Haddon Hall (as seen in the BBC production of Jane Eyre) - 12 miles
Alton Towers (for children and the young at heart) - 7 miles
Carsington Water - 5 miles
Walking With
the National Park on Callow Hall’s doorstep there is no need to use the
car to take advantage of the endless possibilities of walking in the
spectacular Derbyshire countryside:
- The walk along the banks of
the River Dove to the famous stepping stones in Dovedale, as described
by Izaac Walton, to Milldale then up the hill to the lovely village of
Alstonefield (6 miles) for a good pub lunch at The George.
- A
walk along the former railway line, now a walking and cycling trail, to
the beautiful village of Tissington (4 miles) a village known for its
splendid and historic Hall and well dressing. The Stables is a popular
stop for a snack or lunch (check opening times).
- A visit to
the National Trust property and grounds at Ilam (as seen in the BBC
production of Jane Eyre) by either walking along the river bank or by
using minor roads (3 miles). After enjoying a meal (lunch or tea) at the
National Trust property, there is always the option of catching the bus
back to Callow!
- Borrowing a local OS map and choosing one of the many footpaths that cross the area and selecting your own route
Cycling
Just
five minutes from Callow Hall is the White Peak Cycle Route with over
70 miles of cycling paths and roads to enjoy. The Ashbourne Cycle Hire
Centre is at the start of the traffic free Tissington Trail, that leads
on to High Peak Trail and has a range of adult and children’s cycles to
hire, plus details and maps of routes. Packed Lunches
Delicious packed lunches can be prepared to suit your requirements - please order from reception by 9pm the day before required.