Peak District
Dove Holes Hill
381M
1250FT
About Dove Holes Hill
Sitting just east of the village from which it takes its name, this limestone Tump offers a quiet vantage point over the White Peak’s industrial heart. The summit overlooks the deep excavations of Dove Holes Quarry, with clear views stretching west to the dark gritstone plateau of Combs Moss.
Key Statistics
Rank
251st Highest in Peak District
Parent Range
The Peak District
Prominence
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32
Nearest Town
Dove Holes
Geology
Beneath your boots lies the Bee Low Limestone Formation, a solid layer of limestone that forms the rugged backbone of this hill.
Classifications
Find It
OS Grid Reference
SK085780
Latitude
53.2989°N
Longitude
1.8739°W
Did You Know?
- •The name 'Dove Holes' refers to the natural limestone sinkholes or 'swallow holes' prevalent in this landscape, which were historically noted as nesting sites for wild pigeons or doves.
- •A short distance to the west lies the Bull Ring, a significant Neolithic henge and burial mound that marks this high ground as a site of ritual importance long before the industrial era.
- •The summit provides a stark perspective on the scale of Peak District mineral extraction, overlooking the vast Dove Holes Quarry which remains one of the largest aggregate producers in the country.
- •To the north, the view reaches past the local village toward the Kinder Scout plateau, while the western skyline is defined by the gritstone ramparts of Combs Moss and Black Edge.
- •While it qualifies as a Tump, the ascent is often more of a gentle stroll through sheep pasture, provided you can navigate the local stiles and the occasional curious heifer.