Thor's Cave is a natural cavern located at SK09865496 in the Manifold Valley of the White Peak in Staffordshire, England. It is classified as a karst cave.

How do you get to Thor's cave?

From the car park, turn right past the toilets where you will see a sign for Wetton Mill. Turn right following the road between the stone walls in the direction of Wetton Mill. Turn left at the end of the road, leave the village of Wetton behind you and take the concession path to Thor's Cave on your left.

Is Thors cave free?

Price: Free

PArk in the car park at Wetton (DE6 2AF) and follow the concession footpath up to Thor's Cave. (directions are on the notice board outside the toilets).

Is Thors cave a good walk?

Thor's Cave walk is a brilliant walk for everyone to do. But if you want to do a short route this option is perfect. This Thor's Cave short walk starts from Wetton, Staffordshire and has loads of highlights for a shorter route.

Is Thor's cave a hard walk?

ACCESSIBILITY: Not pram or wheelchair friendly, the steps and couple of uphill sections may be challenging for small children. The route can get muddy in wet weather and inside the cave can get very slippy. This Thor's Cave walk is best attempted in dry weather.

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Can you drive to Thor's cave?

The Car Park at Wetton North East of Milldale is the start point for this walk. Walkers should leave the car park in a Northerly direction travelling along the path which leads to the Tor above Thor's Cave. The Tor is straightforward to reach as the path leads directly to the Tor above Thor's cave.

Is Thor's cave suitable for dogs?

Thor's Cave

Dogs are welcome to join you on this unique walk and are best kept on the lead. ... If you fancy walking further, try exploring more of the Manifold Valley. Walk Length: 2.5km. Difficulty: Easy (Moderate if you go up to the cave!)

How old is Thor's cave?

It was excavated in the 19th and early 20th centuries and the burial site of at least 7 people was found as well as bronze and pottery artefacts, indicating use by humans from the Iron Age and sometime before possibly as far back as 10,000 years ago making it one of the oldest inhabited sites in the Peak district.

How hard is Thors cave?

Thor's Cave is a 5.6 mile loop trail located near Ashbourne, Staffordshire, England that features a river and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible year-round.

How many caves are there in the Peak District?

Here you'll find seven different caves in the Peak District that you can visit on day walks. From the popular caves like Thor's Cave to Robin Hood's cave as well as some other less-known ones that are perfect to explore.

Where do you park to climb Thor's cave?

Car Park and Facilities

Thor's Cave walk starts from Wetton Car Park on Carr Lane. Wetton Car Park is free and has toilets available. The car park is not established on Google Maps; however, you can see the exact location of Wetton Car Park on the satellite view.

How did Thors cave get its name?

The origin of the name possibly lies in the word 'tor' from the Old Welsh word for a high rock or tower (ultimately from the Latin turris). Other ideas link the cave to local folklore and tales of sprites and fairies.

Where is the Manifold Valley?

The Manifold rises at Flash Head just south of Buxton near Axe Edge, at the northern edge of the White Peak, known for its limestone beds. It continues for 12 miles (19 km) before it joins the Dove. For part of its course, it runs underground (except when in spate), from Wetton Mill to Ilam.

Where is the Peak District in England?

The Peak District is an upland area in England at the southern end of the Pennines. Mostly in Derbyshire, it includes parts of Cheshire, Greater Manchester, Staffordshire, West Yorkshire and South Yorkshire.

How long is the roaches walk?

The Roaches Walk 5.5 Miles of the Best of Staffordshire

The outcrops of the Five Clouds and The Roaches to your right have long been a favourite climbing location; the renowned mountaineer Don Williams was one of many climbers who trained at the Roaches.

Can you walk all the way around Ladybower Reservoir?

This is a gentle, circular Ladybower Reservoir walk and pram friendly. Indeed, the well-surfaced paths all the way round make it perfect for families looking for a longer Peak District walk with a pram or buggy.

Can dogs go in Chatsworth Gardens?

Are dogs allowed at Chatsworth? Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the garden and park, and assistance dogs are allowed in the house and farmyard as well. ... Assistance dogs, such as guide dogs, are allowed in the house and farmyard.

Is Manifold Valley Open?

Opening Times

* Open: Sundays only February & November. Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays 1st March - 31st October. Daily School Summer Holidays.

Why is the river Manifold dry?

The River Manifold (Staffordshire, UK) already experiences annual drying due to features of the underlying bedrock. ... For example, in England's Peak District, the limestone bedrock - which gives us the undulating White Peak landscape - contains cracks and fissures into which surface water is lost.

How long does the Tissington Trail take?

WALK HIGHLIGHTS: Open views whilst cycling along both the High Peak and Tissington Trails. HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE: Without kids this would be a 1 hour cycle, but we took about 2.5 hours with stops along the way. ACCESSIBILTY: traffic free and mostly gravel.

How long is the Manifold Valley cycle track?

The 8.25 mile route runs alongside the River Manifold, which is a tributary of the River Dove. From Spring to Autumn large parts of the river bed in the valley are dry.

What is the English meaning of caverns?

: cave especially : one of large or indefinite extent. cavern. verb. caverned; caverning; caverns.

What does Blue John stone look like?

Blue John (also known as Derbyshire Spar) is a semi-precious mineral, a rare form of fluorite with bands of a purple-blue or yellowish colour. In the UK it is found only at Blue John Cavern and Treak Cliff Cavern at Castleton in Derbyshire.