Thorpe Cloud, Dovedale, Derbyshire.

Thorpe cloud is the name of a limestone hill in Dovedale. It is a popular walk and and views across Dovedale are well worth the effort. It is a short trek, but can be tough in areas near the top. There are good paths which are well signed. At 287 metres high it doesn't take long to reach the summit (30Min's). Though the summit looks flat from the bottom, it is narrow and steep so take care, it can also be windy at the top. Once at the top you can choice to go back the way you came or down a more tricky but quicker slope.

Nine Ladys. Derbyshire.

The nine ladies is a bronze age stone circle which is situated in Derbyshire and is part of the peak district. It is surrounded by woodland which is inhabited by tree people, a protest camp, who live in homemade tree houses. They are protesting about a quarry that is proposed to be built near the stone circle. They have been there five years and as far as I know they are still camping out. The stone circle is not as impressive or as large as Stonehenge, but it is a pleasant place to walk to and visit.

Dovedale, Derbyshire.

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.