Dovedale National Nature Reserve - East Midlands, United Kingdom - National Trust U.K. on Waymarking.com

"Over 360 million years ago the Peak District lay under a shallow subterranean sea as coral reef. The limestone was formed by the millions of sea creatures, plants and shells of this early existence. Here are some of the milestone moments that have shaped the landscape you see today.

Dovedale
The limestone valley is full of rock pinnacles and caves high above the River Dove. A precious hoard of Roman and Late Iron Age coins were discovered in 2014, in a cave where they had been undisturbed for more than 2,000 years. The coins are now on public display at Buxton Museum.

In 1653, Izaak Walton and Charles Cotton wrote 'The Compleat Angler', making the River Dove famous for fishing.

The stepping stones were first laid across the River Dove in around 1890, as the area became more and more popular with Victorian tourists. In 1934, the stones were acquired by the National Trust and in 2006, Dovedale was declared a National Nature Reserve to protect its future. People visit from miles around to cross the River Dove via these stepping stones and there are many great walks up the valley."

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The address of property, including Postcode.: Dovedale, Ilam, Ashbourne DE6 2AY The charges to visitors and opening hours.: Parking is 5 pounds. No other entrance fees. Web page: [Web Link] National Trust member: no Parking place (optional): Not Listed References: Not listed

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