Not to be confused with Forge Dam or Matlock in Derbyshire, this area is between Stannington and Loxley.

It is a small area of woodland on the slope running down to the River Loxley.  The slope steepens to crags at the top, but courses will normally stay below the steeper areas.  Old industrial workings add to the natural contour features.

Map surveyed and drawn by Marcus Pinker 2011, using ISSOM standard (bigger paths pale brown)