Cave Dale and View of Peveril Castle
Cave Dale and View of Peveril Castle
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Cave Dale and View of Peveril Castle
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Formed from a coral reef some 350 million years ago, the limestone cliffs contain endless fossils for kids to hunt. Watch out for Peveril Castle high above you as well.
As you reach the top of the ascent, you will come to a gap in a drystone wall. At this gap, turn right to follow another wall up the hill to loop back to the village.
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