Cave Dale, Limestone canyon in Castleton, United Kingdom.
Cave Dale is a limestone canyon near Castleton with steep walls rising on both sides. The narrow passage winds through the landscape, creating a dramatic route through the Peak District.
This canyon formed as glacial meltwater carved into limestone over time. Underground water channels later created cavern collapses that deepened the gorge further.
The bridleway through Cave Dale forms part of the Limestone Way, an 80-kilometer footpath connecting Castleton to Rocester in Staffordshire.
Walking through the canyon requires sturdy footwear because of rocky surfaces and possible water flow. The best time to visit is during drier periods when paths are safer.
The northern section contains an outcrop of basaltic lava that forms a natural barrier preventing mineral formations in the Peak Cavern system below.
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