Local Attractions

Take a holiday at Dovestone Park and you have a wealth of activities and leisure opportunities at every turn.

This unique location offers you the magnificent Peak District on your doorstep, with its stunning views, walks and countryside activities all combined with beautiful stone villages, great dining and days out to remember.

Even better, all this is only 30 minutes train ride from the thriving entertainment and sporting centre of Manchester.

Take Your Pick

A Walkers Paradise

At the foot of the Peak district, you are in a walker’s paradise. From the casual stroll around Dovestone Reservoir to a full-blown hike across stunning landscapes, you'll be spoilt for choice.

Sailing, Windsurfing and Fishing

What better fun than messing about on a reservoir. The area has lots of local clubs and activities for beginners through to the more experienced, to enjoy Sailing, Windsurfing and Fishing.

Wildlife and Bird Watching

The Peak District is hard to beat and with the RSPB Sanctuary of Dovestone Reservoir next to your accommodation, you're in bird watchers heaven, with mountain hares abound and where wildlife thrives.

Food & Drink

Home cooked food in cosy country Pubs, Fine dining choices in nearby Uppermill or head to Manchester for the widest choice of restaurants, bars and nightlife.

Shopping

Keep it local and explore great shops, in the charming, high on style villages of Saddleworth or pop to Manchester where the likes of Harvey Nicks and alike beckon for the full retail experience.

Sports & Activities

It’s all around us at Dovestone Park – take to the cycle paths, hit the trek on horseback, go climbing, play Golf, Go Ape, take a Lama for a trek or even fly in a Helicopter. These are only some of the great activities you could enjoy.

Great Days Out

Nowhere to go? Think again! Choose from some great local days out - Canal Trips, Stately Homes, Steam Railways, Ski Centres, Underground Caverns, Museums, Zoo’s and Sea Life Centres, there are no excuses to be bored at Dovestone Park.

Entertainment

Greater Manchester has access to some of the world’s best Entertainment all within easy striking distance of Dovestone Park. International Music acts, Hit Theatre shows, Musicals, and access to see some of the very top sporting teams in the world.