Lane Head Barns

Lane Head Barns 2 luxury self-catering barn conversions in secluded area of Peak District National Park. Morridge Vi

Angela, Vicki and Alice headed off for a day at Peak Wildlife Park recently.I stayed behind at Lane Head again, which is...
01/09/2026

Angela, Vicki and Alice headed off for a day at Peak Wildlife Park recently.

I stayed behind at Lane Head again, which is becoming something of a theme.

Judging by the photos, Alice had a considerably more exciting day than I did.

There were lemurs, deer, wallabies and, most importantly, the chance to get properly close to some of them.

The wallabies were clearly a hit.

And after a full day wandering around the park, meeting animals and generally having a brilliant time, you might reasonably expect a five-year-old to be tired.

Apparently not.

There was still enough energy left for a headstand back at Lane Head.

We’ve written a little more about their day out in the latest Lane Head Journal.

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https://laneheadbarns.vercel.app/journal/peak-wildlife-park-with-kids

If you’re staying in the Peak District with younger children, this one definitely looks worth adding to the list.

Ben and Alice went off on a little Peak District adventure yesterday and headed to Speedwell Cavern in Castleton.I didn’...
29/08/2026

Ben and Alice went off on a little Peak District adventure yesterday and headed to Speedwell Cavern in Castleton.

I didn’t get chance to go with them this time, but judging by the photos and how much they both enjoyed it, I may have missed out.

There were helmets, underground tunnels, a boat trip through the old mine workings and, naturally, plenty of Peak District weather on the way through Winnats Pass.

Alice thought it was brilliant, which is probably the best recommendation you can get when you’re looking for somewhere to take younger children.

It also looks like a very good option for one of those slightly damp Peak District days when a long walk suddenly feels a bit less appealing.

We’ve written a little about Ben and Alice’s trip in the latest Lane Head Journal.

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https://laneheadbarns.vercel.app/journal/speedwell-cavern-with-kids-castleton

25/08/2026

Peak District Walks: The Honest Version Walks for Thor’s Cave

I moved to the Peak District assuming I was already a walker.

Our first proper expedition involved 6,000 Jason-sized steps, considerably more elevation than expected, 20-year-old gardening ASICS, a broken Crocs strap, ducks attempting to steal our Walkers and an essential recovery programme of full-fat Pepsi, two pints and Hartington cheese.

Welcome to **Walks for Normal People**: becoming the walker I thought I already was.

Read the full story:
https://laneheadbarns.vercel.app/journal/thors-cave-walk-from-wetton-mill

Five months after moving to the Peak District, I finally went for my first proper walk.I’d been confidently describing m...
25/08/2026

Five months after moving to the Peak District, I finally went for my first proper walk.

I’d been confidently describing myself as someone who enjoys walking. It turns out owning a pair of 20-year-old ASICS now used for gardening and actually being a walker are two quite different things.

We set off from Wetton Mill intending to complete around 12,000 steps through the Manifold Valley and up to Thor’s Cave.

After approximately 6,000 Jason-sized steps, a considerable amount of elevation and a brief but honest assessment of two men over 50, we made the sensible decision to retreat over Wetton Hills.

We did reach Thor’s Cave, though, and learned several useful things along the way:

🥾 My gardening ASICS held together remarkably well
🐊 Somebody else’s Crocs made it up, but apparently not back down
🦆 The ducks at Wetton Mill operate like Devon seagulls and wanted our Walkers
🥤 Full-fat Pepsi is an excellent emergency recovery drink
🍺 Two pints and Hartington cheese can rescue almost any expedition

It’s the first instalment of **Walks for Normal People**, my attempt to become the walker I thought I already was.

You can read the full, extremely honest account here:

https://laneheadbarns.vercel.app/journal/thors-cave-walk-from-wetton-mill

The Peak District equivalent of a row of Vespas parked on a Roman street. 🐑🇮🇹All squeezed into the same spot, slightly c...
25/08/2026

The Peak District equivalent of a row of Vespas parked on a Roman street. 🐑🇮🇹

All squeezed into the same spot, slightly chaotic and with absolutely no regard for the Highway Code.

Although, unlike Rome, nobody’s leaning on a horn and they’re unlikely to move anywhere in a hurry.

Just another afternoon at Lane Head Barns.

Our new Lane Head Barns website is live 🎉We’ve given the whole site a fresh new look, with much more information about t...
24/08/2026

Our new Lane Head Barns website is live 🎉

We’ve given the whole site a fresh new look, with much more information about the barns, the local area and planning your stay in the Peak District.

But one of the things we’re most pleased with is the new **combined availability calendar**.

If you’re looking to book **Morridge View and Mixon View together**, you can now see at a glance the dates when **both properties are available**.

It makes planning a larger family get-together, celebration or holiday with friends much easier, without having to flick backwards and forwards between two separate calendars.

🏡 **Morridge View** sleeps up to 10 + 2 Infants
🏡 **Mixon View** sleeps 2 + 1 Infant
🏡 Book both and you have your own little corner of the Peak District

Have a look around the new site and let us know what you think.

And if you’re planning a stay with a bigger group, have a play with the new combined calendar. We think it makes finding the right dates a lot easier.

Link in comments

Well, this is awkward… 🇺🇸It appears the USA has invaded the Peak District.Never mind Greenland, they’ve planted their fl...
21/08/2026

Well, this is awkward… 🇺🇸

It appears the USA has invaded the Peak District.

Never mind Greenland, they’ve planted their flag on the hill up to Mixon View.

We’re monitoring the situation closely, but so far they seem peaceful. No tanks, no troops, just sheep, wildflowers and suspiciously good views.

Should we alert the authorities, or put the kettle on?

Sometimes the loveliest reviews aren’t left online. They’re left waiting for you in the guest book. ❤️Our guests from Ja...
18/08/2026

Sometimes the loveliest reviews aren’t left online. They’re left waiting for you in the guest book. ❤️

Our guests from Japan have just spent ten days with their family at Morridge View, and left us this beautiful message.

They wrote about the peace and quiet, the wind in the trees, the farm views and even the fresh milk, saying their time here had been “truly healing for us.”

But I think our favourite line has to be:

“The unique landscapes of England are so different from Japan’s beauty, and they will stay in our hearts forever.”

They wondered if they might be our first guests from Japan.

We think they probably are. 🇯🇵❤️🇬🇧

It’s rather lovely to think that this little corner of the Staffordshire Moorlands will be going home with them.

Thank you, Mackenzie family. We’re so pleased Morridge View became part of your memories of England.

It’s always a little bit special here at Lane Head Barns.But this evening, the Staffordshire Moorlands decided to put on...
12/08/2026

It’s always a little bit special here at Lane Head Barns.

But this evening, the Staffordshire Moorlands decided to put on a proper show.

We watched the sun drop behind the fields, turning everything that gorgeous late-summer gold, and then the eclipse appeared.

No crowds. No traffic. Just us, the barns, the fields and a rather extraordinary sky.

Sometimes you forget to stop and look at where you live.

Tonight was a good reminder. 🌙☀️

A lovely recent review for Mixon View 🏡Joel stayed with us for 3 nights and we were so pleased to hear just how much he ...
03/07/2026

A lovely recent review for Mixon View 🏡

Joel stayed with us for 3 nights and we were so pleased to hear just how much he enjoyed the peace, the views and the little details that make a stay feel special.

Mixon View is all about slowing down for a few days. A cosy barn, beautiful Peak District views, a welcome hamper on arrival, and a peaceful setting where you can properly switch off from everyday routine.

Thank you again, Joel, for such kind words. We’re really glad you felt right at home.

📍 Mixon View, Lane Head Barns
🏡 Sleeps up to 2
🌄 Romantic Peak District getaway
🧺 Welcome hamper on arrival
✨ Peace, quiet and incredible views

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