I think this means doing the route backwards but I imagine the hills are awful if you did it the other way around. 1. Dovedale Walk 3. If the river is low enough you can cross Dovedales picturesque stepping stones and climb the limestone reef knoll of Thorpe Cloud, a perfect small hill for families to explore with great views from its pointy 287m summit. #lcsp_wrapper_1509246754 #lcsp_logo_carousel_slider:hover .owl-next { You can cross the small bridge to visit the cave next to Ilam rock or continue follow the path. However, this Dovedale circular walk starts from the much quieter village of Thorpe, and leads you around Thorpe Cloud, across Dovedale Stepping Stones. On allPeak District family walksits a good idea to have an Ordnance Survey paper map with you, even if you have your phone on you. Venturing off to higher ground and to the summit of Baley Hill. Trail Type: Loop; Distance: 4.5km; Time: 2 hours; . Map: Wikiloc; Alport Castles Walk Description. A circular walk to a huge trig and views of Ullswater, Kinder Scout and Jacob's Ladder Both of these are free car parks. Be careful! Ask me any questions about the walk or any other ideas for walks in the Peak District in the comments below. There are some stepping stones across the river which most people use to cross the river, then and see that it is just 5 minutes from the car park. opacity: 1; This first Dovedale walk is a simple stroll up and down either side of the wonderful River Dove, with a little stepping stone bridge to enjoy half way around. } The charming old pub does good food and has a nice courtyard to sit out on warmer days. We always prepare by checking: This walk through the Dovedale National Nature Reserve is popular, but Dovedale is a beautiful place to visit. Do check out our top tips for hiking with young kids, as well as our essential items to take on a family hike in the Peak District. From Milldale, Derbyshire, down Dovedale, through the grounds of Ilam Hall and up over the hills to Stanshope and back down to Milldale. This trail is great for birding, hiking, and mountain biking. -webkit-transform: scale(1.05,1.05); The path was also flooded in some areas but still passable. border: 1px solid #ffffff; Explore this 5.4-mile loop trail near Wetton, Staffordshire. If you head clockwise, the walk heads along the main River Dove initially, where you can enjoy the river and then cross the picturesque stepping stones. TOG VERDICT: Dovedale is perfect for walkers of all ages to explore, with its beautiful river, ancient woodlands, great wildlife and spectacular rock formations. 12. As Wainwright says "There's no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing". This is a popular trail for hiking, running, and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The return leg of the route involves a walk down Hall Dale and a high-level return over Bunster Hill on Dovedales western side. Dovedale Walking Routes 1. The fencing prohibits you crossing over to take the footpath up to Thorpe Cloud. -moz-transition: all 0.3s linear; -ms-transform: scale(1.05,1.05); The third option is the car park directly on the Tissington Trail, there is a toilet and a small cafe here, selling hot drinks and snacks. width: 27px; margin: 2px; Sign in Open full screen to. However, once you've reached the village of Milldale, the return leg of the walk then heads off the main track into the majestic open access hills to the east of Dove Dale. Then follow the path, down to the main road, with the boundary wall on your left. The Old Dog pub mentioned above is also dog friendly (as the name suggests!). Milldale also has Pollys Cottage, a little shop selling food and hot/cold drinks. It's a popular and picturesque place with pretty little cottages and a village pond. Turn left to follow the boundary wall. If you follow the route as shown on the app goes off the main path which is very tricky and steep terrain! The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. There will be plenty of photo opportunities as you walk within this beautiful scenery and you'll visit the Dove Holes, the intriguing Ilam Rock, Lovers Leap and the iconic stepping stones as you go. Peak District Kids is a free online resource. PARKING: FREE parking at Narlow Lane Car Park. The angular summit of Thorpe Cloud will soon come in to view. Heading from the car park, the left side of the river is flat hard surface and suitable for wheels, but the other side on the way back is too bumpy, so if you have a wheelchair or buggy, take the path on the left side of the river there and back instead. Dovedale to Milldale: a walk through the beautiful Dovedale passes hidden caves, picturesque forest and clifftop trails. } If you head clockwise, the first half of the walk takes you along the beautiful, but well-trodden River Dove path through the valley as in the fifth route. If you make a purchase through these, I earn from the qualifying links. Theres a small shelter, information point and toilets here. This popular circular walk takes you from Dovedale to Milldale using sections of the Tissington Trail and Limestone Way to take you on a tour of this popular area of the Peak District. The last part of this walk takes you along the Tissington Trail, along a narrow trail, also shared with bicycles and horse riders. The route directions below follow this map in an anti-clockwise direction. Carefully descend the steep grassy hillside aiming for the head of Nabs Dale down to the path leading from Hanson Grange. This walk through the Dovedale National Nature Reserve is popular, but Dovedale is a beautiful place to visit. A popular walk around the famous York Walls. The difficulty level of the Dovedale Stepping Stone Circular walk is rated as moderate that anyone with moderate fitness levels can handle.You'll see many novice hikers on this trail, including children, with only two uphill stints.In addition, there is one optional incline if you wish to summit Thorpe . #lcsp_wrapper_1509246754 .owl-nav div { This trail is great for birding, hiking, and mountain biking. 25 miles - 12 hours - three peaks, National Three Peaks Challenge We parked in the free car park just outside Milldale village and strolled into the village (where there are public toilets and an information centre), We crossed over the ancient packhorse bridge which is known as Viators Bridge, and was made famous in the English classic The Compleat Angler by Izaak Walton. Please also take all litter home with you, dont bring BBQs and park your car in designated parking areas. It took me around five hours, and that included lunch at Ilam Hall and lot of stops for bird-watching. There's a pretty village green, old limestone cottages and a pub dating back to the 1600s. Dovedale The stunning limestone valley of Dovedale is one of the best loved beauty spots in the Peak District National Park, and indeed one of the most visited natural sites in Britain. You can say thank you and buy me a coffee here. On reaching the path turn right through Nabs Dale down to the River Dove. Then, instead of heading deeeper into the Dove Dale, it continues around the base of the majestic Thorpe Cloud hill and then through countryside onto the village of Thorpe. I parked at Narlows car park, near The Old Dog pub. After about 1 km, look out for a trail with a large boulder a short way up. Would recommend parking at Milldale (free car park rather than the 2.50 parking at Dovedale) and walking through the dale to Dovedale. The walk traverses first Milldale and then Dovedale before heading up to Baley Hill with its views northwards to Alstonefield and beyond. Great trail. ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. Thank you very much :), Love the Peak District National Park? May 23, 2022 / by / in houses for rent by owner in ellijay, gahouses for rent by owner in ellijay, ga background: #85bc4f!important; Nice and easy walk along the river. 14. #lcsp_wrapper_1509246754 h3.lcsp_logo_title { Fourteen easy to follow walk route maps from the stunningly beautiful village of Milldale in the White Peak (southern) area of the Peak District on the border of Derbyshire & Staffordshire, England, See these 14 walks that include Milldale on an interactive Google Map, Walk s103 Milldale and The River Dove from Dove Dale, Dove Dale - The River Dove - Stepping Stones - Lover's Leap - Tissington Spires - Shaplow Dale,Natural Arch - Raynard's Cave - Upper Taylor's Wood - Dove Holes - Viator's Bridge - Milldale - Achas Bank - Hall Dale - Hurt's Wood - Ilam Rock - Jacob's Ladder (Dove Dale) - Dove Dale Wood - Dovedale Castle - Dove Dale, Walk s180 Dove Dale and Ilam Tops from Milldale, An beautiful riverside stroll with fantastic views, Milldale - Dove Dale - Viator's Bridge - River Dove - Dove Holes - Upper Taylor's Wood - Pickering Tor,Raynard's Cave - Natural Arch - Sharplow Dale - Jacob's Ladder (Dove Dale) - Lover's Leap - Twelve Apostles - Dove Dale Castle - Thorpe Cloud - Ilam - Ilamtops Farm - Ilam Tops - Ilam Rock - Hall Dale - Raven's Tor - Achas Bank - Milldale, Walk s246 Milldale, The River Dove and Wolfscote Dale from Alstonefield, Wolfscote Dale is one of Derbyshire Dale's finest, Alstonefield - Milldale - Mill Dale - Lode Mill Bridge - River Dove - Coldeaton Bridge - Iron Tors - Gipsy Bank - Drabber Tor - Caves - Peasland Tor - Wolfscote Dale - Frank-i-th-Rocks Bridge - Beresford Dale - Narrow Dale - The Rakes - Alstonefield, An beautiful riverside stroll with a gentle climb, Milldale - Achas Bank - Dove Dale - The River Dove - Raven's Tor - Hall Dale - Ilam Rock - Hurt's Wood - Stanshope - Church Farm - Milldale, Walk d134 Wolfscote Dale, Biggin Dale, Biggin and The Tissington Trail from Alsop-en-le-Dale Station, Alsop en le Dale Station - New Hanson Grange - Milldale - River Dove - Mill Dale - Lode Mill Bridge - Coldeaton Bridge - Iron Tors - Gipsy Bank - Drabber Tor - Peasland Rocks - Wolfscote Dale - Biggin Dale - Furny Bottom - Dale End (Heathcote) - Biggin - The Tissington Trail - Alsop en le Dale Station, Walk d149 Dove Dale, Milldale and The Tissington Trail from Thorpe, Thorpe - The Tissington Trail - Lin Dale - Dove Dale - The River Dove - Stepping Stones - Lover's Leap - Tissington Spires - Shaplow Dale - Dove Holes - Milldale - Mill Dale - Alsop en le Dale - The Tissington Trail - Tissington - Thorpe, Walk s111 Dove Dale, Ilam, Castern Hall and Stanshope from Milldale, A classic walk through stunning Dove Dale, Milldale - Dove Dale - Viator's Bridge - River Dove - Dove Holes - Upper Taylor's Wood - Pickering Tor,Raynard's Cave - Natural Arch - Sharplow Dale - Jacob's Ladder (Dove Dale) - Lover's Leap - Twelve Apostles - Dove Dale Castle - Thorpe Cloud - Ilam - Ilam Country Park - St Bartram's Bridge - River Manifold - Battle Stone Cross - Ilam Wood - River Lodge - Castern Hall - Castern Farm - Stanshope - Milldale, Walk s217 Milldale and Dove Dale from Alstonefield. /*nav related*/ Walk gets very busy especially around the stepping stones. transform: scale(1.05,1.05); Follow this road back to the car park. From Narlows car park turn right out of the car park, heading towards The Old Dog Pub along the road. This is a steep 20 minute climb (1.4km detour up and down) with superb views. In this article, I will give you the route for the Dovedale circular walk that I did. This option is for those of you that don't have too much time but still want to enjoy the wonderful scenery that this site offers. Distance:7.5 miles; 12 kmDifficulty:Easy/ModerateEstimated Time:3.5hoursMap: OL24: The Peak District White Peak AreaRoute:View inGoogle MapsGPX File:DownloadGPX file(desktop only)What is a GPX file? The river and surrounding woods are excellent dog walking country so you're bound to see plenty of other owners on a fine day. }. This will take you up to up to Stanshope on country lanes before heading into Dovedale at the Dove Holes caves. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 2 h 44 min to complete. Stage 1 - Low Bradfield to Damflask Reservoir (B6076 road) Distance: 1.7 miles/2.8 km. A 1-hour loop walk to the iconic peak in the North Yorkshire Moors, Helvellyn via Striding Edge First time visiting and was shocked at how busy it was, however, it quietens down 3/4 mile from the stepping stonespeople were dragging small suitcases for picnics! Plus top tips and beautiful things to look out for on the way! Great for both hiking and trail running. Follow the footpath signs, keeping to the left of the boundary wall and going through several gates and stone stiles. This is a much quieter route. You'll begin the walk at Ilam Park Dovedale. Bigger map. Nice and easy route for a first time hiker. I will definitely be returning! . 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