activities & classes

We can offer you additional land to enjoy the art of archery. With an experienced team at the ready you'll be hitting the target in no time!

Get back to basics and learn the skill of using natural resources to survive and thrive in the great outdoors, including fire and shelter building.

We have a selectin of instructors that can provide: Pilates, Yoga, Weight Training, Combat Training including Kick-boxing, Running and HIIT sessions, for you and your guests, within the local countryside and Mill grounds.

Have your own personal beauty therapist to pamper you and your friends or family at our holiday cottage. Whatever the occasion, they can offer a variety of treatments including a manicure & pedicure, various massages, Indian head massage, reflexology, body treatments and facials. 

How do you fancy yourself the next Sherlock Holmes? Test your deduction skills during a wonderfully fun night with friends and family.

Compete in teams to find hidden items in some of the most spectacular locations in the Peak District. If you decide to pick the ‘Hunted’ package, you will experience the above but with a 30-minute head start before Hunters are hot on your trail. 

A local arts and crafts business can visit the cottage and host a party. They will bring all the materials, set up the craft activity and oversee the event, as well as tidy up any mess at the end!

Deception Escape Rooms have confirmed they can now set up two escape rooms on the land next to The Water Mill!

Play as one team (1hr 30 mins) or two teams (45 mins) competing against each other.  

Organise a cocktail masterclass where you can try your hand at making and tasting cocktails from the comfort of The Water Mill. Alternatively, simply order the cocktails pre-made to the Mill or request bar service for the evening, and enjoy!