Popular Peak District tourist attraction forced to close to the public
manchestereveningnews.co.ukOne of the most-photographed sets of stepping stones in the country has been closed to the public for repair work. The Dovedale stepping stones, in the south of the Peak District, have been damaged by floodwater.
The National Trust, which owns the land the stones are on, has confirmed that the heavy wet weather has caused damage to two of the stones.
It has been confirmed that until repair work takes place the stepping stones will be closed. There has not been any timeframe announced for the repair work, but it is unlikely to be carried out while the river levels remain high. READ MORE: The Christmas market 90 minutes from Greater Manchester inside a magical old hall READ MORE: Ed Westwick, Molly-Mae, Lennon Gallagher and Corrie legends lead galaxy of stars at huge £7MILLION Greek restaurant Fenix launch The iconic stepping stones cross the River Dove in the Dovedale Valley.
For decades the landmark has attracted thousands of visitors. A spokesperson for the National Trust said: "The heavy wet weather we experienced during the recent storms caused the river to rise, with debris dislodging two of the Dovedale stepping stones.
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