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August 27, 2022
Dovedale and Bunster Hill — Peak District hikes
Moderate
02:24
8.11km
3.4km/h
220m
220m
Overview
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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705 m
Dovedale's stepping stones
Highlight • River
The Stepping Stones make for a quirky crossing of the River Dove. In the middle of the stones, be sure to look around and admire the stunning scenery. The stones …
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2.23 km
Reynard’s Cave and Natural Arch
Highlight • Cave
Reynard’s Cave is located high up on the bank of Dovedale. The caves, formed by the erosion of limestone, were used as a shelter by hunters from around 13,000 BCE. …
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3.57 km
Dove Holes Caves
Highlight • Historical Site
Dove Holes are a series of three impressive caves beside the River Dove. They were formed around 350 million years ago by glacial meltwater. It’s great fun climbing up into the caves but take care as the rocks are slippery.
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4.55 km
Dovedale Wood
Highlight • Natural
Dovedale Wood is picturesque woodland that rises steeply from the River Dove. It’s a tough climb through the trees but the rewards are worth it. Rocks and screes which are …
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6.27 km
Bunster Hill
Highlight • Natural
From the summit of Bunster Hill, you get magnificent views over the Staffordshire/Derbyshire border countryside, including a fabulous vista over Thorpe Cloud across the valley. Be sure to stop for …
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8.11 km
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Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
7.42 km
456 m
244 m
Surfaces
6.20 km
1.62 km
216 m
< 100 m
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