YHA Ilam Hall
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Watersports in Ilam
Overview
The nearby Carsington Water offers equipment hire and a range of courses in sailing, kayaking, windsurfing and powerboating for absolute beginners through to instructors.
What makes it special
- Great for watersport enthusiasts
10am - 4.00pm Saturday & Sunday only
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
Watersports in Hartington
Carsington Reservoir gives you a great chance to get out on the water. A range of courses are available in sailing, kayaking, windsurfing and powerboating for absolute beginners through to instructors...
Carsington Water (Reservoir)
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National Stone Centre
A dramatic site crammed with ancient tropical reefs, rocks and minerals, centuries of industrial history and abundant wildlife. Visit the Stone Centre website
The Heights of Abraham
18 miles Ride high above the Derwent Valley in an alpine-style cable car explore the famous caverns at the top. Visit the website
Heights of Abraham
Rising from the valley floor, the cable cars give you stunning views of the Derwent Valley and surrounding Peak District.
Ashbourne
Ashbourne has remained largely unchanged since the 18th century, with it's Medieval street pattern and historic buildings.
Cycling in Sheen
Jump on your bike and enjoy the landscape. The quite country lanes of the peaks offer lots of different cycling routes, but if you're looking for something flat or a family ride, try the Tissington or...
Crich Tramway Museum
A lovingly restored period village that is also home to the National Tramway Museum and its world renowned archives. Travel on one of the many working trams. Visit when there is a special event, such...
Climbing in Ilam
Raven's Tor in Dovedale offers superb crack and face climbing on solid rock, all in a beautiful setting above the river.
Climbing in Youlgreave
Cratcliffe Tor provides some of the area's most popular grit-stone climbs. Within a couple of miles from the hostel you'll find excellent routes such as 'Five Finger Exercise', 'Fern Hill' and...
Nordic social walk from YHA Ilam Hall
Tuesday 30th September 2025 Distance: 4 miles (6.4 km) Duration: 3 hours Led by: Catherine Hughes, British Nordic Walking National Trainer Skills and confidence Enjoy learning how to Nordic Walk using...
Women-only social walk from YHA Ilam Hall
Sunday 14th September 2025 Distance: 8 miles (12.8 km) Duration: 3 hours Led by: Outdoor Adventure Girls Discovery and connection We will be starting our walk at YHA Ilam Hall before heading towards...
Dove Dale, Wolfscote Dale and Hall Dale self-guided walking route
A great walk through the dales of the White Peak with stunning views, beautiful flora and fauna and interesting caves and rock features.
Dovedale Stepping Stones self-guided walking route
From the National Trust grounds of Ilam Park this walk passes through the village of Ilam, and the lovely countryside of the White Peak, to a stroll alongside the River Dove and the popular stepping...
Manifold Valley and Blore self-guided walking route
A lovely walk through parkland, farmland and on a riverside path. Great views of the southern Peak District towards Dovedale and Thorpe Cloud – the flat topped hill – and very scenic along the River...
Cycling in Ilam
Converted former railway lines, such as the Tissington, High Peak and the Manifold Trails offer great routes for cycling. Sections of the Monsal Trail boast safe, traffic-free cycling along relatively...