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Derbyshire Dales

Lumsdale Falls – Lumsdale Waterfall loop from Lumsdale Conservation Area

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Derbyshire Dales

Lumsdale Falls – Lumsdale Waterfall loop from Lumsdale Conservation Area

Easy

2

hikers

Lumsdale Falls – Lumsdale Waterfall loop from Lumsdale Conservation Area

01:29

5.27km

110m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Camper Parking

1

1.71 km

Bentley Brook and Upper Pond

Highlight • Natural

Bentley Brook runs through Lumsdale Valley into the River Derwent.

The Upper Pond was constructed in the 1780s by Watts, Lowe and Co to supply water for their cotton mill. …

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2

1.91 km

Mill Pond

Highlight • Structure

The Mill Pond (aka Lower Pond) was originally a quarry but was converted into a reservoir in 1850 to supply a continuous flow of water to power machinery.

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3

1.95 km

Lumsdale Valley Mill Ruins and Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

Lumsdale valley holds some important examples of water powered mills in Britain. It was scheduled as an ancient monument in 2014 by Historic England. It has been owned by the …

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4

2.05 km

Lumsdale Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Beautiful spot, currently access to the actual waterfall & mill ruins is NOT permitted at weekends. The area is fenced off and owned by the Arkwright Society who are preserving it

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5

2.09 km

Lumsdale Waterfall

Highlight • Natural Monument

Ancient monument consisting of a cascade of industrial mill ruins. This is a lovely spot to stop and take a look around. Some mega waterfalls and ruins to check out.

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6

2.09 km

Lumsdale Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

impressive ❣️

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7

3.34 km

View of Tansley

Highlight • Viewpoint

B

5.27 km

End point

Camper Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.27 km

2.16 km

792 m

Surfaces

1.59 km

1.44 km

868 m

835 m

486 m

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Monday 12 October

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