A fantastic Kayak hire trip for those to experience the tranquil calm waters of the historic SSSI Cromford Canal at a slow steady pace.    Instruction may be given at the start to give you paddle handling technique to help you get control of your tandem kayak along with a safety briefing, help given to get into and out of the kayaks.  An instructor at certain times may be on the water to enable safe passage around the canal boat before you are released to journey unaided for a calm, nice and relaxed slow kayak paddle down the canal to High Peak Junction and return, whilst enjoying the abundant wildlife along the way. (Approx 1hr on the water)  Due to various restrictions in place on the canal as its a SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest). We ask for everyone's co-operation in abiding by certain rules when booking in order for this activity to continue in the future. ​Respecting other users/ wildlife / canal boat / staying onboard the kayak all times. Suitable for family and friends 5yrs - Adults.  New light weight paddles for young children to use or can enjoy the ride whilst paddled by the adult at the back.  kayaks can be paddled solo from the rear seat.  2 Teenagers may be in control of their own craft provided a parent is either on the water too or actively walking along side supervising.  Max group size 14 people. ​All under 18s with a parent. ​ Sorry - no dogs on this activity. There is a high chance of getting a wet bum and feet!  the canal whilst respecting other users / wildlife / canal boat.  ​Please also see our Open Canadian Canoe Trips  / Abseiling / Caving   Inclusions What's Included 🧰 Equipment - Kayaks / Paddles / Buoyancy aids   What you'll need 🧤 Warm Clothing - As appropriate for weather conditions ☂️ Waterproofs - If appropriate for weather conditions 🍴 Food 🥤 Drink - Water bottle if required. 📋 Other - Spare clothes including a towel

Join us for this leisurely canoe trip along the Cromford canal to High Peak Junction and return. Ideal for those who have some prior experience but not essential. Joining others to paddle, explore and unwind in the lovely surroundings of Cromford Canal based in the Derbyshire Peak District. Staying as a group your instructor will give you some basic canoe handling skills if needed, before heading off down the canal together. No Games, its just a paddle and we can give you a few pointers along the way to keep in control too. For those struggling with a traditional canoe paddle - we will have a few kayak paddles available to make things easier. 1hr 30mins is plenty of time, exact finishing time will depend on the speed of the group. ​Allow 1hr 30mins Approx. Max 3 people to a canoe. (third seat suitable for small adult or child) Suitable for family and friends 5yrs - Adults. ​All under 18s book with a parent. ​ ​Well behaved dogs and humans allowed NOT swimming disturbing the wildlife. Please wear clothes including footwear for potentially getting wet, along with a change of clothes in the car just in case! All activities go ahead come sunshine or rain! ​As an alternative activity Please also see our  Kayak Hire  or  Family Canoe Trips. All BOOKINGS ARE SUBJECT TO APPROVAL - due to restrictions on the canal Hen Party / large groups up to 18 people - Alternative dates may be available - please message me.  Why not try our caving / abseiling / kayaking as well??   Inclusions What's Included 🧰 Equipment - All safety equipment including buoyancy aids, paddle, canoes.   What you'll need 🧤 Warm Clothing - Dress appropriately for the weather conditions. Sun hat and sun cream. ☂️ Waterproofs - A change of clothes just in case! Waterproofs if needed. 🥤 Drink - A full water bottle 📋 Other - Money - Change for Car Park

A fantastic 1hr 45min -2hr introduction to canoeing for those who have never been in a canoe before along the Cromford Canal nr Matlock Bath. Suitable for family, friends or Hen Party - its just your group plus the instructor. All under 18s need to be with a parent -lower age limit 5yrs. Its the ideal way to start. A short journey on a calm canal to gain confidence with a few skills taught to keep you straight and in control with your partner. Challenges and games can be set for those that require further challenge along the way.  Normally lots of wildlife to spot along the way. A third seat in the canoe is suitable for children 10yr old and below.  Dogs under control welcome at your own risk - (not disturbing the wildlife or swimming) Aimed as being a dry session apart from splashing or rain.  Meet and greet followed by kitting up with buoyancy aids.  A full briefing on land of how to get control of the canoe followed by a short practice on the water. Then its off down the canal for our journey. We keep as a group stopping along the way to play a few games for those that wish to take part. All BOOKINGS ARE SUBJECT TO APPROVAL - due to restrictions on the canal Hen Party / large groups up to 18 people - Alternative dates may be available - please message me.  Why not try our caving / abseiling / kayaking as well??   Inclusions What's Included 🧰 Equipment - All safety equipment including buoyancy aids, paddle, canoes.   What you'll need 🧤 Warm Clothing - Dress appropriately for the weather conditions. Sun hat and sun cream. ☂️ Waterproofs - A change of clothes just in case! Waterproofs if needed. 🥤 Drink - A full water bottle 📋 Other - Money - Change for Car Park

Please do contact me first to chat about your group requirements - 07896912871 Highly popular activity for mixed ability groups. A fantastic 2hr introduction to canoeing for your group along the Cromford Canal nr Matlock Bath.  Its just your group plus the instructor.  Its normally 2 people to a canoe though larger groups may need 3 people in a canoe. A short leisurely journey on a calm canal to gain confidence with a few skills taught to keep you straight and in control with your partner.  Challenges and games can be set for those that require further challenge along the way.  Normally lots of wildlife to spot along the canal side.  Aimed as being a dry session apart from splashing / rain or pushing the Hen in! ItineraryMeet and greet followed by kitting up with buoyancy aids. A full briefing on land of how to get control of the canoe followed by a short practice on the water. Then its off down the canal for our journey. We keep as a group stopping along the way to play a few games for those that wish to take part. Hen Party / large groups up to 17 people - Alternative dates may be available - please message me.  Why not try our caving / abseiling / kayaking as well??   Inclusions What's Included 🧰 Equipment - All safety equipment including buoyancy aids, paddle, canoes.   What you'll need 🧤 Warm Clothing - Dress appropriately for the weather conditions. Sun hat and suncream. ☂️ Waterproofs - A change of clothes just in case! Waterproofs if needed. 🥤 Drink - A full waterbottle 📋 Other - Money - Change for Car Park

An awesome 4 mile canoe trip experience down the lovely River Derwent from Darley Bridge to Matlock Bath in the Peak District. Suitable for teenagers to adults with good co-ordination required to get control of the canoes quickly on moving water. After a thorough safety briefing we begin our descent of the river, practising some canoe skills at the start in order to negotiate moving water, rapids, under bridges and avoid those rocks!! ​ Its 2 people per canoe - max group size 5 people. If an odd numbered group then one person will be in front of the instructors canoe. Minimum age 13 with parent. Hopefully a relatively dry trip, but capsizes do happen!! Do arrive early for the afternoon session as parking at weekends school holidays gets very busy!! This activity experience is subject to appropriate water levels being available. Discounts apply for 3 or more people booking!! Alternative dates available for groups of 4. Why not try our underground lead mine adventure or abseiling as well?? NOTE - Others may be on this trip making a group size maximum of 5 people.Itinerary Meeting by the Peaks and Paddles vehicle in the Artist Corner Car Park at Matlock Bath. We kit up before transporting in my vehicle to our start point where we find our canoes. A full safety and instructional briefing before we jump on the river. Once on the water we practice a few skills to ensure you are in control and able to stop! Middle section we can relax and enjoy the scenery before negotiating the rapids towards the end. Once my trailer is loaded up you are free to go. Why not try kayaking / caving / abseiling   Inclusions What's Included 🚆 Transportation - We use my vehicle to travel to the start point. 🧰 Equipment - All safety equipment, including - Bouancy aids, Helmets, Waterproof Jackets, Canoes, Paddles 📋 Other - There are no toilets or changing rooms.   What you'll need 🧤 Warm Clothing - Warm old clothes including footwear should be worn. A complete set of clothes including a towel should be left in your car. 🍴 Food - snack 🥤 Drink - Full water bottle 📋 Other - Please bring a face covering for being transported in my vehicle. Please have money for parking in case the machine is not taking card payment.

A fantastic abseiling experience for the whole stag or hen party to enjoy in the Peak District.  A stunning location just a short walk from the car park is the 90ft descent off Millers Dale Bridge overlooking the River Wye. Adrenalin guaranteed!  A minimum of 4 goes each - more if time allows! Alternative dates available for groups of 5+  Having met - we kit up, take a short level walk along the Monsal Trail to the Millers Dale Bridge.  A full safety briefing before one person at a time climbs through the bridge railings to start their descent - your in charge! A safety rope attached at all times.  Return back to the top via steps for more goes. Smiles guaranteed !! Return back to the car park, cafe and toilets.  Alternately do abandon me at the bridge and head off walking, exploring the valley with its tunnels, stepping stones, bridges and wildlife by the river.  Please allow approx 2hrs with a max group size of 16. with two instructors for groups larger than 8 enabling two ropes to operate at the same time.. Why not join us for canoeing / kayaking or caving   Inclusions What's Included 🧰 Equipment - Safety equipment only provided.   What you'll need 🧤 Warm Clothing - Appropriate for the weather forecast including trousers. Gloves if you have them. Hair tied back. ☂️ Waterproofs - Waterproof jacket if needed. 🥤 Drink - Optional - drink and snacks for between your goes. 📋 Other - Change for car park ticket.

A fantastic abseiling experience for the whole family to enjoy in the Peak District. A stunning location just a short walk from the car park is the 90ft descent of Millers Dale Bridge overlooking the River Wye. Adrenalin guaranteed! Minimum age 5yrs and over. A minimum of 4 goes each - more if time allows! If taking part for the afternoon please arrive very early to park, have lunch, go walking or cycling, toilets etc - Parking is very busy mid day!! Alternative dates available for groups of 4+ Why not try our canoeing or underground lead mine adventure as well?? ItineraryHaving met - we kit up, take a short level walk along the Monsal Trail to the Millers Dale Bridge. A full safety briefing before one person at a time climbs through the bridge railings to start their descent - your in charge! A safety rope attached at all times. Return back to the top via steps for more goes. Smiles guaranteed !! Return back to the car park, cafe and toilets. Alternately do abandon me at the bridge and head off walking, exploring the valley with its tunnels, stepping stones, bridges and wildlife by the river.  Please allow 1hrs 15min if just three people. 1hr 45min if four or more people up to a max group size of 7 people. 10% discount for 6 people or more applies when booking. Why not join us for canoeing / kayaking or caving   Inclusions What's Included 🧰 Equipment - Safety equipment only provided.   What you'll need 🧤 Warm Clothing - Appropriate for the weather forecast including trousers. Gloves if you have them. Hair tied back. ☂️ Waterproofs - Waterproof jacket if needed. 🥤 Drink - Optional - drink and snacks for between your goes. 📋 Other - Change for car park ticket.

This is an amazing abseil experience for pushing your boundaries and conquering fears!!  Abseiling at Black Rocks involves lowering yourself backwards down a rock face, with stunning views over the Derbyshire Peak District.  Your in charge of your own descent!  We will start gently on small sloping abseils and build up to more vertical larger abseils as required. ​ This is aimed at very confident children or adults - feeling less confident?? then try our Millers Dale Bridge Abseil . Booking is exclusive to your group. Allow 2hrs Approx  Discount for groups of 3+   Inclusions What's Included 🧰 Equipment   What you'll need ☂️ Waterproofs - We carry on in the great british weather 🥤 Drink 📋 Other - Hard wearing gloves ie gardening or bike.

Booking is exclusively for your group! Take your show cave experience to the next level by exploring an old lead mine - Devonshire Mine in Matlock Bath. Explore standing, crawling, squeezing, Scrambling through a rabbit warren of underground passages left by lead miners providing a good level of challenge for the whole family ages 5yrs upwards to enjoy. See baby cave formations and here and see some of the lead mining history. Experience total darkness as we turn the lights out. Climb through the vertical letter box amongst other challenges. Don't Forget to remember the way out!! An amazing adventure!! All under 18s must be with a parent.  Alternative dates available for groups of 4+  Itinerary We kit you up in over suits, helmets with lights and wellys. A 10 - 15min walk up a steep hill to find the Devonshire Mine entrance. A full safety briefing before entering the mine. Starting gently as we get used to the environment we begin to explore the many tunnels that gradually squeeze you and provide a good challenge to get through. Some tighter sections are optional. We provide information about the lead miners and cave formations as we go. Once out of the mine its down hill back to the car park to de-kit. Large groups up to 12 people please contact us for a price quote. Why not try our abseiling or canoe trips??   Inclusions What's Included 🧰 Equipment - Helmets and lights provided along with over suits - please tell me your height and wellys size when booking.   What you'll need 🧤 Warm Clothing - Old clothes including long trouser should be worn that you dont mind getting muddy. A Neck buff as face covering. A change of clothes should be brought just in case. 🥤 Drink - Water in an old drinks bottle to share with your group.. 📋 Other - Wellys or walking boots unless ordered with Peaks and Paddles. No toilets here - please go before arriving.

Booking is exclusively for your group!  A fantastic cave for the more adventurous family or friends that wish to crawl around getting muddy and wet !! Minimum age 10yrs old. The entrance for some is a challenge in itself as you lower yourself down past tree roots, before following a shoulder width passage into the main cave where it widens up. This cave is more physically demanding as you stoop through water up to the knees and mud!!  Generally exploring one passageway in and back out, its small formations, but with a couple of tighter crawls for those who want further challenge - may get slightly wetter as a result!! We may explore other cave tunnels at the start of the session along the hillside - a head for heights required! Why not try canoeing / abseiling  or  caving ??   Inclusions What's Included 🧰 Equipment - Oversuit, helmet, light, wellys, belt.   What you'll need 🧤 Warm Clothing - Its 8 degrees underground. Trousers, thermal top, fleece jumper. extra socks for wellys. 🥤 Drink - A drink to share with your group. 📋 Other - A complete change of clothes including a large towel to get changed with in or by your car. A bin bag for your wet muddy kit!