Things to do and where to stay in the Dales

[RobinGriffiths]

I'm thinking of taking my son (9) up to the Dales for a few days over half term to introduce him to 'wild caving' Am planning Great Douk, Long Churn - stuff of that ilk. However I'm also looking for non-caving stuff to keep him occupied - one idea is the via ferrata at How Stean. Can anyone recommed it, and can it be done as a party of two who turn up, or does it need booking in advance as a group ?

Also, are there any recomended static caravan parks in the Ingleton to Settle type area? I used to do Mrs Moffat's under the viaduct back in the day, but something slightly more upmarket might be preferable.

Cheers,

Robin

 

[Rachel]

The bunkhouse in clapham has a family room @ ?13 each per night - a bit warmer than the caravans.

How Stean via ferrata is fun - not high up, but a bit of everything. It's very expensive though as you have to be led round and have to book in advance.

 

[ChrisJC]

Scrambling about at Goredale Scar or Watlowes Valley.

Chris.

 

[Jude]

I'll second the recommendation for Clapham Bunk House. Very friendly bunch, lovely accommodation and super grub!

There's also: Mountain Biking in Gisburn Forest, Waterfalls walk at Ingleton, Settle-Carlisle Railway, Malham Cove, Ingleborough Show Cave at Clapham, Climbing Wall at Ingleton, Swimming Pool in Settle...

Have fun!

 

[Norris]

Hi Robin, I would have to recommend Stackstead Farm, they have a family bunk room, short walk from Ingleton, I normally tent there, nice friendly owners and very clean.

www.stacksteadfarm.co.uk.htm

Cheers

 

[RobinGriffiths]

Thanks all for that.

It's very expensive though as you have to be led round and have to book in advance.

I see what you mean - ?50 a person, ouch!! Having said that, you can easily spend that much on a moderate shop at Morrisons....

Robin