Of all our locations for summer evening walks New Mills is right at the top of the list. At the meeting point of two rivers a spectacular rocky gorge runs right through this little town. Walking it (including on the famous Millenium Walkway) and through the beautiful riverside woods and meadows offers a unique combination of nature, wildlife and impressive historical industrial architecture, from the imposing railway viaducts to the historic Torr Vale Mill, built in 1790 and producing textiles continuously for an incredible 210 years. Thanks to everyone who joined us for a wonderful evening. See you again soon!

Our wonderful walkers
The Millenium walkway
Historic Torr Vale Cotton Mill once powered by water from the river Goyt
Impressive railway viaducts span the gorge
Where else could you practice (natural) rock climbing in the middle of a town?
The Dipper: a rarely seen water bird, right in the middle of town.
New Mills is famous for its llamas!
Cute wild rabbits make their home in the meadows
On May evenings beautiful insects soar above the river: this one is the Green Drake Mayfly. (Well done Su-Mae for finally catching one!)

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