The Old Shippon Holiday Cottage

The Old Shippon Holiday Cottage Situated within the beautiful Peak District National Park, The Old Shippon is a cosy holiday retreat for up to two people, for short stays or long breaks.

Located on the edge of the small upland village of Alstonefield, the holiday cottage lies behind the owners’ property, with extensive views in all directions and footpaths that begin as you step out of the front gate. In its earlier life, the cottage has been both an antique shop and a barn (a ‘shippon’ is an old English word for a cattle barn). Dating back to the mid-19c, it’s now a cosy retreat,

offering:

* Double bedroom
* Well-equipped kitchen with dining area
* Comfortable lounge with wood-burner
* Bathroom/WC with electric shower
* TV, DVD and wifi
* Bed linen, towels and toiletries
* A range of indoor games and books
* Outside eating area and garden
* Secure cycle storage. On arrival, guests are treated to a ‘welcome pack’ such as fresh scones, home-made jam and milk in the fridge. A basket of logs is supplied. For walkers, Milldale and the much-loved stepping stones at Dovedale are nearby. There are several pubs within easy reach, all offering good food and real ales.

Some years ago, this was a thing...
17/01/2026

Some years ago, this was a thing...

View up the garden enhanced by the winter sun. Pea Low ancient barrow in the distance.
05/01/2026

View up the garden enhanced by the winter sun. Pea Low ancient barrow in the distance.

Fabulous photo of the full moon yesterday taken by John Bosson.
04/01/2026

Fabulous photo of the full moon yesterday taken by John Bosson.

Sunday roasts at The George are beginning to get a reputation!
07/12/2025

Sunday roasts at The George are beginning to get a reputation!

01/11/2025
26/09/2025
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=-hVSxMBbPL0
24/05/2025

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=-hVSxMBbPL0

Come with me on a marathon hike in the Peak District 26..5 miles, 1,440 m ascentIt's a fundraising run organised by Alstonefield village, and this year we ha...

Nice little video reminder of Dovedale's charms.
25/04/2025

Nice little video reminder of Dovedale's charms.

Despite its reputation for overcrowding and too many tourists. Is this place still worth a visit? I decided to give it another try after years of avoiding Do...

09/01/2025
30/12/2024

This 7-mile walk from Alstonefield winds alongside the River Dove through the village of Milldale and to the start of Dovedale, taking in some spectacular highlights from huge caves to limestone rock formations through the valley.

Find the full route instructions, map and GPX file here...

https://peakdistrictwalks.net/alstonefield-walk-milldale-dovedale-7-mile/

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Alstonefield
Ashbourne
DE62FS

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