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Staffordshire Moorlands

Alstonefield

Thor's Cave – Dovedale's stepping stones loop from Alstonefield

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Staffordshire Moorlands

Alstonefield

Thor's Cave – Dovedale's stepping stones loop from Alstonefield

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Thor's Cave – Dovedale's stepping stones loop from Alstonefield

05:17

18.6km

400m

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 16, 2026

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Peak District National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.53 km

Thor's Cave

Highlight • Cave

The views alone are worth the trek up, especially those past the cave and up at the cloud. You'll need a buddy to help you scramble the last section into …

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7.75 km

Throwley Old Hall Ruins

Highlight • Monument

Throwley Old Hall is a historic ruin located near the village of Calton, next to the River Manifold in north-east Staffordshire. The site is a Grade II* listed building and …

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11.2 km

The picturesque village of Ilam (eye-lamb) nestles beside the River Manifold in the Staffordshire Peak District among limestone hills. It sits in the Peak District National Park on the Staffordshire …

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11.3 km

Ilam Cross

Highlight • Historical Site

If you visit Ilam then you can't miss its landmark... The Ilam Cross. It stands on a 3 step plinth in the centre of a roundabout in the village and …

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13.2 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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14.9 km

Boardwalk Along the River, Peak District National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Much narrower here. Still passable with a pram.

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16.0 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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17.3 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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18.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.73 km

4.22 km

3.00 km

1.44 km

188 m

Surfaces

5.57 km

4.42 km

3.48 km

2.10 km

1.63 km

1.39 km

Elevation

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Lowest point (140 m)

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Thor's Cave – Dovedale's stepping stones loop from Alstonefield

Thor's Cave

Throwley Old Hall Ruins

Ilam Village and Ilam Hall

Ilam Cross

Dovedale's stepping stones

Boardwalk Along the River, Peak District National Park

Dove Holes Caves

Milldale

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