Top 5 hidden Gems in the Peak District

1. Lumsdale Valley 

Set just outside the town of Matlock lies the wonderful valley of Lumsdale. Park in the town center and walk to the falls.

At Lumsdale, you will come across a ray of waterfalls in stages as you make your way up through the mill ruins.

As you reach the top you will find a pond, the main water source for the many waterfalls throughout the valley.

2. Dovedale 

Stroll along the river Dove, take a hike up thorpe cloud or make your way across the stepping stones. Dovedale is a great day out.

Use post code DE6 2AX for a large car park 10 minutes walk from the stepping stones.

3. Chee Dale 

From the car park, walk along the river Wye, there are so many natural wonders to see along the way. You will come across several sets of stepping stones you must cross.

Chee Dale and the River Wye runs under the monsal trail. You can make your way up to the monsal trail at many of the viaducts along the river path to make your return journey to the car park.

Park at Millers Dale SK17 8SN, the car park has a takeaway cafe serving hot drinks and cakes along with public toilet facilities. 

4. Cave Dale 

Set in the picturesque village of Castleton, Cave Dale is a natural beauty. 

As you make your way through the rocky opening, you are actually walking over underground caves (peak cavern). 

You also get a great rear view of Pevril Castle from the farside of Cave Dale. 

Park either by the tourist information center in Castleton or along the road leading towards Mam Tor.

5. Millenium Walkway 

Set under the town of New Mills, the millenium walkway construced in the year 2000 is a completely different perspective. 

Park at Torr Top car park SK22 4BS, its free on Sundays. 

Which of the 5 places will you visit next? Drop a comment.

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- The Serial Adventurer