Readers of my blog will know that I love to walk in the footsteps of my favourite authors and witness the settings of favourite novels. From Dickens and Shakespeare to Tolstoy’s War and Peace and Alice’s Oxford, stepping into the shoes of literary heroes and places described in novels is […]
Derbyshire
Travel Ideas for Derbyshire England, United Kingdom
Cycling the Monsal Trail in Derbyshire, England
Offering sweeping views of the Derby Dales, exciting viaducts and tunnels, interesting history and excellent food options, the Monsal Trail really is the perfect family bike ride! The Monsal Trail is an 8.5 mile cycling/walking/horse-riding path along the former Midland Railway line in Derbyshire, an English county that includes some […]
England: The best day walk in the Peak District
Last year when I visited England’s Peak District it was too windy to walk on the tops so this year I was thrilled to be able to walk the famous Kinder Scout edge – the best day walk in the Peak District. I didn’t like being blown over (literally, we […]