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Set within the steep-sided valley where the rivers Sett and Goyt meet, New Mills is defined by its dramatic topography and industrial character. The town’s name dates back to the 14th century, though its physical identity was forged during the Industrial Revolution, when stone gritstone mills were built deep into the Torrs - a spectacular 70-foot deep gorge that cuts right through the town’s centre. This landscape is best navigated via the Millennium Walkway, a steel footpath suspended over the river that connects the lower elevations to the town above. Practically speaking, it serves as a functional gateway to the High Peak, positioned on two distinct railway lines: one providing a direct link to Manchester Piccadilly and the other to Sheffield, making it a rare trans-Pennine hub. Unlike many of its more manicured neighbours, the town retains a rugged, unpolished feel, with traditional terraced housing climbing the hillsides and a High Street that provides a straightforward mix of independent shops and essential services. From any street corner, you are rarely more than a few minutes' walk from the open moorland of Kinder Scout or the Peak Forest Canal, which begins its quiet route north toward Marple from the town’s edge.