Lathkill Dale is an enchanting limestone valley renowned for breathtaking displays of nature. The crystal-clear River Lathkill flows through the dale; which begins narrow and rocky but spreads into expansive river meadows downstream. The dale supports much wildlife and the limestone grasslands are a riot of colour in spring and summer.

David Dable

March 10, 2019

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There is a lovely waterfall and if you walk down to it there is a nice sheltered area under a tree where you can stop and brew up away from the weather of needs be.

YorkNey Trail Rider

August 31, 2024

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Lathkill Dale is absolutely gorgeous with it’s crystal clear water that’s so clear it’s like looking into an aquarium, there is an abundance of wildlife with Swans, Ducks, Dippers and Kingfisher’s above the surface with Otters, Brown Trout and rainbow Trout below the surface, be careful if you fancy a sit down on a raised stone as the Otters leave their spraint on them 😁 I nearly sat in one, there are many places to start walking this Dale but a great one is to park in Alport village and walk to Lathkill Dale proper.

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1. Lathkill Dale & Bradford Dale loop from Monyash

18.8km

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Hike the difficult 11.7-mile Lathkill Dale & Bradford Dale loop from Monyash, exploring clear rivers and limestone scenery.

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2. Lathkill Dale via Bradford Dale loop — Peak District National Park

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Haddon Hall & Lathkill Dale loop from Bakewell — Peak District National Park

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03:19

160m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Youlgreave, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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The River Lathkill in Lathkill Dale

1. Lathkill Dale & Bradford Dale loop from Monyash

2. Lathkill Dale via Bradford Dale loop — Peak District National Park

3. Haddon Hall & Lathkill Dale loop from Bakewell — Peak District National Park

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