Walking

The local area is a walkers and dog lovers paradise with numerous beautiful, scenic walks right from the door. There is direct access to an abundance of countryside, moorland, riverside, reservoir and woodland walks without the need to get in the car. 

Peace, tranquillity and stunning scenery as far as the eye can see are guaranteed within a few minutes walk and most are interspersed with country pubs to stop off at along the way.  Access the Peak District National park from the doorstep or join the Kirklees Way or the Pennine way less than a mile away, or join the Trans Pennine Trail only 5 miles away at Dunford Bridge.

Closer to home, there's five reservoirs within walking distance. Choose one or two of them for a scenic walk and a picnic, or, if you're feeling like making a day of it, all five can be done as there all in relatively close proximity.

For a less challenging stroll, the centre of Holmfirth is within 20 minutes walking distance, taking in the beautiful scenery, woodland, river, historic mill buildings and mill dams en route.

When you've had enough of walking there is a bus stop less than 100 yds away which will take you to Holmfirth, outerlying villages and Huddersfield (only 8 miles away), where you can connect with the train services. The local minibus stops on the lane at the rear of the cottage to take you to Holmfirth centre and local villages, and local taxis are competitively priced and readily available.