Near to Lion's Head Rock dovedale narrows and meanders. This area is more like being in a gorge. It is known as The Straits. The path is artificially raised here in order to provide a permanent path above the water level.
The limestone features of Dovedale are spectacular. Click the links below to see Dovedale's key features:
Our holiday cottage, The Gables, is set in the idyllic village centre of Alstonefield, Dovedale, opposite to the village green. Click an image below for more details or to take a tour around our cottage.
Featured images of The Gables, and the village of Alstonefield in Dovedale
