Memorials & monuments · East Midlands
Lumsdale Valley
In or near Matlock Bath.
Lumsdale Valley is a steep-sided wooded gorge in the Peak District near Matlock, Derbyshire, in England. It is the location of a series of historic water-powered mills. Lumsdale Valley site is a prote
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Matlock · 1.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
Getting there & planning your visit
Lumsdale Valley is located in the Derbyshire Dales, with the nearest railway station being Matlock, approximately 1.7 km away. Entry to the site is free. The postcode for sat-nav is DE4 5LU.
About
Lumsdale Valley is a steep-sided wooded gorge in the Peak District near Matlock, Derbyshire, in England. It is the location of a series of historic water-powered mills. Lumsdale Valley site is a protected Scheduled Monument, currently owned and preserved by the Arkwright Society (leased to the society since the 1976 and then bequeathed to it in 1996 by Marjorie Mills). It is within the Lumsdale Conservation Area, set up in 1980. The monument consists of a series of historic water-powered mills and other fragile industrial archaeological structures and remains. The privately owned central gorge area of the monument is only accessible by a permissive footpath, which the Society may close when required. The name Lumsdale is believed to mean either 'valley of chimneys' (from the Scottish word lum meaning chimney and reflecting the area's industrial heritage) or 'valley of water pools' (from the English name lumb meaning a place with a pool).
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Official information
Lumsdale Valley is known for the Wishing Stone, a large natural gritstone rock with a unique folklore surrounding it. The area features historical footpaths and scenic views, making it a popular spot for walkers and visitors interested in the local history and natural beauty.
From the Wikipedia article
Lumsdale Valley is a steep-sided wooded gorge in the Peak District near Matlock, Derbyshire, in England. It is the location of a series of historic water-powered mills. Lumsdale Valley site is a protected Scheduled Monument, currently owned and preserved by the Arkwright Society (leased to the society since the 1976 and then bequeathed to it in 1996 by Marjorie Mills). It is within the Lumsdale Conservation Area, set up in 1980. The monument consists of a series of historic water-powered mills and other fragile industrial archaeological structures and remains. The privately owned central gorge area of the monument is only accessible by a permissive footpath, which the Society may close when required. The name Lumsdale is believed to mean either 'valley of chimneys' (from the Scottish word lum meaning chimney and reflecting the area's industrial heritage) or 'valley of water pools' (from the English name lumb meaning a place with a pool).
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- Coordinates
- 53.1411, -1.5337
- County
- Derbyshire
- District
- Derbyshire Dales
- Parish
- Matlock Town
- Postcode
- DE4 5LU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Derbyshire Dales
- Nearest railway station
- Matlock — 1.7 km
- Official site
- www.andrewsgen.com
Sources
- wikipedia: Lumsdale Valley (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Lumsdale Valley?
- Lumsdale Valley is in Derbyshire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode DE4 5LU), in the parish of Matlock Town.
- What is Lumsdale Valley?
- Lumsdale Valley is a steep-sided wooded gorge in the Peak District near Matlock, Derbyshire, in England. It is the location of a series of historic water-powered mills. Lumsdale Valley site is a prote
- How do I get to Lumsdale Valley?
- The nearest railway station is Matlock, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode DE4 5LU.
- Is Lumsdale Valley free to visit?
- Yes, Lumsdale Valley is free to enter.
- How do I get to Lumsdale Valley?
- The nearest railway station is Matlock, about 1.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DE4 5LU.