The Top 6 Gorges around Ashbourne

Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 6 to choose from around Ashbourne. 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 Ashbourne.

Thorpe Cloud

Dovedale Stepping Stones and River Dove

Dove Holes Caves

Reynard's Cave and Natural Arch

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Thorpe Cloud
Hiking Highlight
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 River Dove
Hiking Highlight
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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Dove Holes Caves
Hiking Highlight
Dove Holes are a series of three impressive caves beside the River Dove. They were formed around 350 million years ago by glacial meltwater. It’s great fun climbing up into the caves but take care as the rocks are slippery.
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Reynard's Cave and Natural Arch
Hiking Highlight
Reynard’s Cave is located high up on the bank of Dovedale. The caves, formed by the erosion of limestone, were used as a shelter by hunters from around 13,000 BCE. …
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