The picturesque narrow stone bridge in Milldale has been in use since the Medieval period, when it was crossed by a packhorse route used for transporting fabrics from the mills at nearby Wetton and Alstonefield. It is listed as a Scheduled Ancient Monument.

Its name was coined by Izaak Walton, who called himself ‘Viator’, Latin for traveller, in The Compleat Angler, and referred to the bridge as being so narrow that ‘a mouse can hardly go over it.’ letsgopeakdistrict.co.uk/listing/dovedale

The area next to the bridge features a lovely grassy river bank and seating, perfect for a spot of relaxation.

Rob Bryant

July 6, 2025

Very picturesque.

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Elevation 180 m

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Location: Newton Grange CP, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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