Lathkill Dale

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Lathkill Dale is a beautiful little valley in the south of the Peak District. The heavily wooded areas of the valley at the end of the road near the start of the footpath soon gives way to more open countryside. All the way along this stretch of the river there are small waterfalls, and a weir proving some excellent photo opportunities. There's a more impressive waterfall about a mile along the footpath, just as the landscape turns into a more typical Peak District vista of open slopes and rocky outcrops. Remember to take a tripod along if you are thinking of using long exposures to blur the flowing water. An ND or polariser filter can also help you to get longer shutter speeds in bright conditions. If you tire of the landscape, there's also the possibility of a spot of bird photography. This river is one of the best areas in the country to see dippers small waterfalls and cascades.

Venue Verdict: It's not a dramatic location, but the small waterfalls and cascades can provide plenty of pictures.

Ratings (out of five): 4