The Top 5 Gorges around Denstone
Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 5
to choose from around Denstone. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure around Denstone.
to choose from around Denstone. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure around Denstone.
Last updated: November 23, 2025
Thorpe Cloud
Highlight • Climb
Thorpe Cloud rises proudly from Dovedale and affords breathtaking views over the River Dove, Bunster Hill, Ilam and beyond. It has a distinctive conical shape and is a popular summit …
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Dovedale Stepping Stones and the River Dove
Highlight • River
Boasting an internationally important ancient ash woodland, wildflower-rich grasslands, abundant wildlife, awesome caves, iconic stepping stones and the crystal-clear River Dove gently flowing through its heart, Dovedale is the perfect …
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Dovedale
Highlight • Viewpoint
This is the easier side of the river Dove, with a surfaced trail leading from the car park to the famous stepping stones. You can make this a loop by …
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The Dell, Gritstone Escarpment and Cotton Brook
Highlight • Natural
An absolute gem of a place!
On one side is an impressive gritstone escarpment and on the other is Cotton Brook.
Cookie was in absolute heaven dashing though the deep fallen leaves of this ancient woodland.
On one side is an impressive gritstone escarpment and on the other is Cotton Brook.
Cookie was in absolute heaven dashing though the deep fallen leaves of this ancient woodland.
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Dovedale Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Gorge
Dove Dale is a steep sided limestone valley in the southern Peak District National Park. The River Dove flows down the valley and a brilliant trail runs along the eastern …
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