Not to be confused with the other Deep Dale, 4 miles (6.4 km) to the east near Sheldon, this Deep Dale is a short, yet steep-sided limestone gorge not far from the market town of Buxton. A protected nature reserve, its mix of yew, ash, whitebeam and hazel is a riot of colour in spring, when wildflowers bloom.

At the head of the gorge is Thirst House Cave, the site of some interesting historical discoveries. A bear’s skull was found by local boys towards the end of the 19th century, leading to further excavations. Bronze jewellery, pottery fragments, enamelled brooches and coins were discovered, all from Roman times. Much of the hoard is now on display in Buxton Museum.

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Elevation 290 m

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