The Dove is the main river in the southern Peak District. Its source is on Axe Edge Moor near Buxton. From there it flows roughly south until it joins the River Trent at Newton Solney. It's about 45 miles (72 km) in length.
This section flows south from Mapleton on the edge of the national park towards Ashbourne. The path follows the river with farmland to the east.

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River Dove & the Tissington Trail loop from Ashbourne

9.33km

02:30

110m

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

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River Dove – Ashbourne Tunnel loop from Ashbourne CP

7.52km

02:02

100m

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

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River Dove – Okeover Mill loop from Ashbourne CP

6.71km

01:43

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 170 m

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Tuesday 31 March

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28 %

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Max wind speed: 17.0 km/h

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

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River Dove

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River Dove & the Tissington Trail loop from Ashbourne

#2.

River Dove – Ashbourne Tunnel loop from Ashbourne CP

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River Dove – Okeover Mill loop from Ashbourne CP

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