Peak District Explorations

Peak District Explorations
Alex, so glad to see you're latest blog! You certainly covered expansive areas on your walks! When possible I like to visit filming locations of movies I particularly like and I saw that you mentioned Haddon Hall as being a filming location for, among other films, "Pride and Prejudice" and wondered if you meant for the latest version of that movie. (My favorite is the 1995 Colin Firth version.) Then you mentioned Bamford, which at first I confused with Bampton (the later being used as one of the filming locations for "Downton Abbey). In any case, enjoyed following along on your rambles and explorations! Lovely photos too.

I Stood on this Same Spot 20+ years ago
Hi Alex. I lived in Manchester from 1995 to 1998, and I made many day trips to the Peak District. I much preferred the Dark Peak area (I had a car so it was easier for me to explore that area). My favorite spot was Kinder Scout and I spent many happy days exploring the rock formations on the plateau. I also went to the Derwent and Ladybower Reservoirs whenever I wanted a less strenuous hike. Thanks for helping me relive some of my memories of a very happy period of my life!

There it is .....just in your backyard!
Dave here....I don't weigh in often enough, but glad to see that you're out there and exploring. MJ and I have been making the best of Memphis, Tennessee and have found many hidden gems.. There is so much more in your own backyard, so good for you that you're taking advantage of these times. Cheers!

Peak District
Thank you Alex for this great blog, you've inspired me to visit the Peak District someday. I equally enjoy my adventures in the UK as to going abroad. We're lucky to live on a beautiful large island :)

Peak District Explorations
Very informative blog Alex! Looks like a beautiful area. Since we all have had to cancel our international travels, it's nice to explore areas closer to home.

Summer Explorations
Trying and testing months.... indeed. I'm thrilled you are out exploring! It is good for the soul. Lots of great hiking nearby and the memories of childhood have been revived. There is nothing better than that. I'm glad to hear about a lesser known part of your country. Thanks for taking us along. MJ

A less well-known area of the UK
Thank you for sharing your experiences in the area where you grew up. I did not know much about this region of the UK; now I hope I will be able to visit the area one day. By the way, I am also learning Chinese on Duolingo (and most likely would have hesitated speaking to Chinese people in their language just like you did). AND I used to play "squash" with one of my friends on bumpy and winding roads in pre-seatbelt times as well. It was always a lot of fun!