Crookstone Barn
Crookstone Barn, Edale, Derbyshire. S33 7ZA
Call Tim or John (second number) on 07396 959954 or 07412 020029
Crookstone Barn, a remote bunkbarn in the Peak District
Wonderfully remote and completely off-grid, the barn can ONLY BE REACHED ON FOOT (there is no right of way for vehicles). It's approx 3 miles from the village of Hope, which has a range of shops, pubs, cafes and a train station. Each group will be met on their first day by one of the Trust's volunteers in the Trust's Land Rover in Hope. Bags, equipment and the group leader will be driven to the Barn. Once there you'll be given instructions on using the generator etc. You'll be collected again by one of the volunteers in the Land Rover at the end of your stay.
Advertised for the first time since it opened for youth groups in 1992, Crookstone Barn accommodates groups of up to 23 in 4 comfortable rooms, most with single beds. There's a large well-equipped kitchen with gas oven, gas and electric hobs and large work surfaces. There are separate male & female washrooms, with toilets, showers and constant hot water. Both sitting room and dining room have plenty of seating and are kept toasty warm by log burning stoves. (Logs are provided).
Outside there's a large enclosed grassy area and stunning views in every direction.
Youth groups, community projects and family groups are all welcome (no rowdy party groups please). We're particularly keen to hear from under privileged groups & charities for whom we may be able to offer the barn free of charge. Please get in touch if you feel you may qualify.
Wonderfully remote and completely off-grid, the barn can ONLY BE REACHED ON FOOT (there is no right of way for vehicles). It's approx 3 miles from the village of Hope, which has a range of shops, pubs, cafes and a train station. Each group will be met on their first day by one of the Trust's volunteers in the Trust's Land Rover in Hope. Bags, equipment and the group leader will be driven to the Barn. Once there you'll be given instructions on using the generator etc. You'll be collected again by one of the volunteers in the Land Rover at the end of your stay.
Advertised for the first time since it opened for youth groups in 1992, Crookstone Barn accommodates groups of up to 23 in 4 comfortable rooms, most with single beds. There's a large well-equipped kitchen with gas oven, gas and electric hobs and large work surfaces. There are separate male & female washrooms, with toilets, showers and constant hot water. Both sitting room and dining room have plenty of seating and are kept toasty warm by log burning stoves. (Logs are provided).
Outside there's a large enclosed grassy area and stunning views in every direction.
Youth groups, community projects and family groups are all welcome (no rowdy party groups please). We're particularly keen to hear from under privileged groups & charities for whom we may be able to offer the barn free of charge. Please get in touch if you feel you may qualify.
This accommodation is featured on our map of the Peak District and here is its own website.
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Beds & Rooms:
23: in 4 rooms, mostly single beds, some bunkbedsOpen:
1 April - 31 OctoberPrice per night:
£150 (youth groups). Full-price groups £200 for up to 15 people, plus £10pp for each extra person.Booking:
25% deposit to secure the booking, balance payable four weeks prior to your stayDirections:
The route from Hope station goes directly across fields to Aston and from there climbs steadily via a clear track across open moorland to the barn, keeping the Woodlands Valley to your right. The route via Hope village (if arriving by bus or from the pick-up point) is via Townhead Bridge at the far end of the village, then up a clear track to meet the course of the Roman Road, thereafter along the ridge to the barn. The shortest route if arriving by car is to park in the layby on the A57 opposite the track up to Hagg Farm. From there it is just under a mile through woodland up a steepish wide track.Public Transport :
The Hope Valley line runs an hourly service between Sheffield and Manchester, nearest stop Hope. The barn is a 3.5 mile walk from here. The 271/2 Hulleys bus from Sheffield also goes to Hope and is an hourly service.Walks :
Pennine Way The Pennine Bridleway Land's End to John O Groats on foot Great North Trail Limestone Way
Discounts for Youth Groups Bunkhouses Hostels with log burners and open fires Duke of Edinburgh's Award Retreats
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News & Offers from Crookstone Barn
One night stays now available!
March 1st 2025
Mid-week stays are now being offered for walk-up stays at just £150 (up to 23 people) with a second night for just £50 extra!
Stays at Crookstone Barn normally include a compilmentary pick-up and return of all your luggage in our trusty Land Rover, leaving you to make your own way up unencumbered by food, bedding etc. It’s a bit of a gas guzzler though and comes all the way from Rotherham! The new walk-up rate means you are met at the Barn by one of our volunteer wardens (who has himself walked there) who, after showing you how everything works, will leave you to settle in and enjoy your time there.
Crookstone Barn provides an ideal start to your Pennine Way adventure.
February 19th 2025
Situated on the eastern slopes of Kinder, at 1160ft it is just a mile from the summit and three miles (mostly downhill) through the vale of Edale to the official start. The barn sleeps up to 23 in 5 rooms and has electricity and open fires. The Pennine Way skirts the western side of the Kinder plateau so here’s your chance to explore the eastern flank and warm up those legs ready for the amazing challenge that lies ahead.
Latest Blog about Crookstone Barn
How a remote, off-grid Peak District stone barn became a unique hostel
January 8th 2025
The vision of volunteers from the Crookstone Adventure Trust have turned an isolated stone barn in the Peak District into off-grid accommodation, now available to groups of outdoor enthusiasts, clubs, friends and families.
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