Just got back today after our 'tour of Britain'. We only spent three days in the Peak District but we are lucky to have relatives in Whaley Bridge! Thanks for all your suggestions and very kind offers such as a loan of a ladder. Unfortunately I received most of these emails after we had left.
We also had a chat to the fabulous owners of Caving Supplies in Buxton who were very helpful. I would recommend this shop to anyone planning a trip to the area.
Oh and thanks to Iain Barker. Your advice in your replies may not have helped me because I did not get your reply until we got back, but we did buy a copy of your book 'Classic Caves of the Peak District' which was great!
We would like to come back again soon and try out some of the pots with the help of some SRT training.
Thanks once again and have a great Christmas.
Mark.