Here is a really high quality photograph of Lovers' Walks that was taken in the 1950s - so before all the riverbank buildings were demolished for road widening. The steps on the opposite bank led down from behind what was Smith's Petrifying Well and was one of the places rowing boats could be hired during the summer months. During September, set pieces designed and made for various of the Matlock Bath's Venetian Fêtes were displayed amongst the trees between the river and the path. On Fête nights Mr. Smith and his family launched their decorated boats from the landing stage opposite.

To one couple in Matlock Bath this photograph has a special significance. It is of them in their youth, when they were "courting"!