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Dove Holes Caves – Dovedale's stepping stones loop from Eaton and Alsop CP

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Dove Holes Caves – Dovedale's stepping stones loop from Eaton and Alsop CP

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Dove Holes Caves – Dovedale's stepping stones loop from Eaton and Alsop CP

05:15

19.5km

240m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

Tips

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.80 km

Coldeaton Bridge over the River Dove

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lovely little spot with crossroads of multiple footpaths.

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4.12 km

Milldale

Highlight • Settlement

Milldale is a secluded village in an attractive location. Lots of visitors come up from Dovedale though. There's a small local shop that sells sandwiches, ice creams and hot drinks. …

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5.37 km

Mill Dale Caves

Highlight • River

very busy on the first few miles , but great solo after 7 miles

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5.48 km

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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6.05 km

Ilam Rock

Highlight • Natural

Dovedale is renowned for its beautiful rock formations, created by water, ice and wind erosion over the millennia. Some of the exposed limestone has formed magnificent structures, towering above the …

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6.55 km

Boardwalk Along the River, Peak District National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Much narrower here. Still passable with a pram.

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8.27 km

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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12.1 km

Tissington Village

Highlight • Settlement

Tissington Village, located in England's Peak District, is a picturesque hamlet known for its well-preserved historic cottages, charming tea rooms, and an annual well dressing tradition. It embodies the quintessential charm of English countryside life.

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19.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.92 km

5.23 km

3.06 km

1.14 km

124 m

Surfaces

7.70 km

2.79 km

2.44 km

2.33 km

766 m

516 m

Elevation

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Highest point (310 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

Weather

Wednesday 6 May

13°C

3°C

20 %

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Dove Holes Caves – Dovedale's stepping stones loop from Eaton and Alsop CP

Coldeaton Bridge over the River Dove

Milldale

Mill Dale Caves

Dove Holes Caves

Ilam Rock

Boardwalk Along the River, Peak District National Park

Dovedale's stepping stones

Tissington Village

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