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Dove Holes & Peak Forest Quarry Dog Walk, Buxton, Peak District

Dove Holes & Peak Forest Quarry Dog Walk

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Suitable forWalking
Dog friendly

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The limestone plateau north of Buxton — open farmland punctuated by ancient stone walls and the curious Bull Ring henge monument at Dove Holes. The quiet limestone lanes and tracks are ideal for dogs with reliable recall. Far less visited than the main dales.

For your dog

Off leadYes, there are stretches where your dog can run free
WaterFarm troughs on route — limited natural water, bring supply
LivestockSheep and cattle in some fields — leads essential near livestock
MudLimestone tracks firm year-round
SuitsAll breeds with reliable recall
Best timeAll year

Along the way

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Bull Ring HengeA Neolithic henge monument contemporary with Stonehenge — the circular earthwork is over 4,000 years old.

The route

Distance1.7 km
Off leadYes
Walking≈ 28 min
Climb↑ 57 m
RouteOut and back

A 1.7 km out-and-back dog walk from Buxton, with 57 m of climbing.

Elevation↑ 57 m in total

Before you go

StartOld Dam Lane, Peak Forest, High PeakOpen the start in Maps →
FinishBack where you started
ParkingDove Holes village, SK17 8BN
By train or busTrain to Dove Holes from Manchester
UnderfootTracks accessible
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