Muddy Stilettos said: "The Lumsdale Valley is truly a picturesque spot with just a touch of ‘Where The Wild Things Are’. It’s also a site of historic importance as some of the mills date back to the early 1600s so you can get little imaginations running wild with this walk.  After you’ve explored the falls, carry on down the road and you’ll find the Bentley Brook microbrewery for a quick gin pitstop."placeholder image
Muddy Stilettos said: "The Lumsdale Valley is truly a picturesque spot with just a touch of ‘Where The Wild Things Are’. It’s also a site of historic importance as some of the mills date back to the early 1600s so you can get little imaginations running wild with this walk. After you’ve explored the falls, carry on down the road and you’ll find the Bentley Brook microbrewery for a quick gin pitstop." | Alan Walker

6 magical waterfall walks in Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands that are perfect for summer holidays 2025

These waterfalls are just waiting to be explored this summer

The scenery across Nottinghamshire and the East Midlands is an Instagrammer’s dream.

Whether you find yourself in a chocolate-box Peak District village or on the cobbled streets of a market town, the region boasts unrivalled beauty.

Hidden in little-known corners of the Peak District and even inner-city parks are magical waterfalls just waiting to be discovered this summer.

Using information provided by Muddy Stilettos, we’ve picked out 6 majestic waterfalls across the East Midlands that you should consider visiting during the next few weeks.

So get your walking boots on and explore the waterfalls below:

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