Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge

We have had two groups staying with us recently that have completed the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge and as we have yet to do this ourselves (don’t worry we will tick it off the list at some point) we have been getting all their tips and advice for those...

Walking up Catbells

Having moved to Cumbria we are keen to explore the area and walking up Catbells was a new experience, especially with the viewpoint of overseas tourists accompanying us. Damian’s friends from Singapore were planning a trip to Paris and London and having been...

Sizergh Castle and Garden

If you are looking to do something a little closer to St Marks Stays, the National Trust property of Sizergh Castle and Garden is really worth a visit. Located 4 miles south of Kendal in the Lake District and a half hour drive from us here in Cautley, Sizergh Castle...

A Diver’s Hangout

We knew we wanted our studio and St Marks to be used for all kinds of activities, but little did we know that it would turn out to be perfect for a diver’s hangout. This is just what we were told when a group of scuba diving instructors and students arrived to...

Go Ape Adventure

Despite having a dislike of heights, I have been wanting to try a Go Ape Adventure for so long and finally got the chance to have an awesome time. We couldn’t have asked for a better day to try out Go Ape’s Tree Top Adventure in the stunning environment of...