Much of the day was spent attached to the computer catching up with various administrative tasks. Late afternoon we walked for some time around the campsite here at the Carsington Water Caravan Club location. There really is an extensive selection of woodland paths and walks – very popular with dog owners.

We ate early evening and after dinner walked to the Barley Mow in Kirk Ireton. The Barley Mow is another one of those wonderful, “time stood still” kind of watering holes (a bit like the Bell at Aldworth and the Fleece at Bretforton).

The Landlady is in her late 80s and the Landlord could be even older and one wonders just how long Tony and Mary Short can continue to run a pub and Bed & Breakfast. Still Tony and one of the locals were very friendly and helpful in recommending places to visit in the Peak District. There are many reviews of the Barley Mow on the internet and if you are ever in the area, it’s definitiely worth stopping off for a pint (no food though, possibly filled rolls at lunchtime) and chatting to the locals. The open fire burns all year round.