The Top 11 Waterfalls around Birchover
However you get there, waterfalls are breathtaking places, and you have 11
beautiful waterfalls to choose from around Birchover. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!
beautiful waterfalls to choose from around Birchover. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!
Last updated: November 15, 2025
Sowter Stone Waterfall
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The Sowter Stone waterfall at Chatsworth Park. The stone is carved into a basin at the top to hold a pool of water fed by a small stream. The views …
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Lumsdale Valley Mill Ruins and Waterfall
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Lumsdale valley holds some important examples of water powered mills in Britain. It was scheduled as an ancient monument in 2014 by Historic England. It has been owned by the …
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River Lathkill — Twelve Weirs
Highlight • Natural Monument
The River Lathkill is a winterbourne stream, it dries up over the summer. The Victorian's valued the clear water and excellent trout, so they built a series of weirs to …
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Lumsdale Falls
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Beautiful spot, currently access to the actual waterfall & mill ruins is NOT permitted at weekends. The area is fenced off and owned by the Arkwright Society who are preserving it
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Sydnope Brook Waterfall
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The Sydnop Brook flows down from the pond below Sydnope Hall and into the larger Potter Dam. Below the Potter and Fancy Dam it becomes Warney Brook.
The Sydnop Brook …
The Sydnop Brook …
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Lathkill Waterfall
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Fantastic multi element waterfall. The more recent rain the more spectacular.
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Smeltingmill Brook in Beeley Plantation
Highlight • Forest
This route drops down the valley and back up again to a on street parking spot, lovely hillside walk through mainly woodland area. Just a few mins from Chatsworth but very quiet, away from the crowds.
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River Lathkill — Waterfalls and Weirs
Highlight • Natural Monument
The Lathkill flows entirely over limestone, and as such used to become dry in the summer and during periods of low rain. The Victorians prized the river for its clarity …
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Emperor Fountain Aqueduct, Chatsworth
Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site
Based on an aqueduct seen by the Sixth Duke of Devonshire at Wilhelmshohe, near Kassel. Roughly squared sandstone, of drystone construction. Impressively sited on the hillside. Four immensely tall round-arches, ending abruptly in a waterfall.
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Lumsdale Mills and Waterfalls
Highlight • Monument
Ancient monument consisting of a cascade of industrial mill ruins. This is a lovely spot to stop and take a look around. Some mega waterfalls and ruins to check out.
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Switchbacks Near Waterfall, Peak District National Park
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Which ever way you do it, unless your on an MB your going to be carrying your bike up the top 2 switch backs
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