I love this area of the Peak District. It is a beautiful place to go for a afternoon or a day out with a picnic. Dovedale is set in a valley, which was formed by the river Dove running through it. There is a pleasant walk at the bottom of the valley, following the river. It is a gentle walk with a good path. For the more energetic, you can climb Thorpe Cloud, a 287m hill, which has striking views of the surrounding area.
The stepping stones are a great place to stop for a picnic. Both children and adults enjoy splashing around in the water. Though take care as the stone can be slippery and in wet weather the river can flood over them, making them dangerous. Further up from the stepping stones are two caves to explore (not very deep caves) called Dove holes. Dovedale is well worth a visit and I think it is one of the most beautiful places in the peak district.
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