Crowdicote

Settlement in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Crowdicote

Access Lane leading to Folds End Farm Adopted by the Manifold Trail long distance footpath, this access lane heads off the High Street in Longnor towards Folds End Farm
Access Lane leading to Folds End Farm Credit: Chris Heaton

Crowdicote is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, England. Situated in the picturesque Peak District National Park, it lies approximately 7 miles southwest of the market town of Bakewell. The village is nestled within a rural landscape, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields.

With a population of around 100 residents, Crowdicote exudes a tranquil and close-knit community atmosphere. The village is primarily residential, consisting of a scattering of traditional stone cottages and farmhouses. It retains a quintessentially English charm, with its well-maintained gardens and charming village green.

Crowdicote is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The village acts as a gateway to the stunning scenery of the Peak District, with an abundance of walking and hiking trails nearby. The nearby Dove and Manifold Valleys offer breathtaking views and opportunities for outdoor activities such as cycling and rock climbing.

Despite its small size, Crowdicote does not lack amenities. The village is home to a quaint church, St. John the Baptist, which dates back to the 13th century. Additionally, there is a local pub, The Packhorse Inn, which serves as a social hub for both residents and visitors alike.

Overall, Crowdicote offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking a rural escape in the heart of the Peak District. With its idyllic setting and friendly community, it encapsulates the charm and beauty of the English countryside.

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Crowdicote Images

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Access Lane leading to Folds End Farm Adopted by the Manifold Trail long distance footpath, this access lane heads off the High Street in Longnor towards Folds End Farm
Access Lane leading to Folds End Farm
Adopted by the Manifold Trail long distance footpath, this access lane heads off the High Street in Longnor towards Folds End Farm
The Farmyard at Folds End The Manifold Trail long distance footpath passes through here
The Farmyard at Folds End
The Manifold Trail long distance footpath passes through here
Manifold Trail South of Longnor Long Distance Footpath that starts at Manifold Head near the village of Flash, following the river downstream through Longnor, Brund, Hulme End, Ilam to its confluence with the River Dove - a distance of 23 miles.
Manifold Trail South of Longnor
Long Distance Footpath that starts at Manifold Head near the village of Flash, following the river downstream through Longnor, Brund, Hulme End, Ilam to its confluence with the River Dove - a distance of 23 miles.
Line of Trees beside the River Manifold The Manifold Trail passes by these trees, south of Longnor Village
Line of Trees beside the River Manifold
The Manifold Trail passes by these trees, south of Longnor Village
High Street, Longnor
High Street, Longnor
Barn in Upper Dovedale Passed by on Green Lane, traversing across the Dove Valley.
Barn in Upper Dovedale
Passed by on Green Lane, traversing across the Dove Valley.
Descending from Top o' th' Edge Descending into the Dove Valley from Longnor
Descending from Top o' th' Edge
Descending into the Dove Valley from Longnor
Looking up Dovedale Looking towards the upper reaches of the Dove Valley, with the distinctive lines of Chrome Hill clearly visible.
Looking up Dovedale
Looking towards the upper reaches of the Dove Valley, with the distinctive lines of Chrome Hill clearly visible.
Crossing Dovedale Traversing the breadth of Dovedale on Green Lane
Crossing Dovedale
Traversing the breadth of Dovedale on Green Lane
Beggar's Bridge Wooden bridge spanning the River Dove - crossing the county boundary between Staffordshire and Derbyshire
Beggar's Bridge
Wooden bridge spanning the River Dove - crossing the county boundary between Staffordshire and Derbyshire
Rough Pasture near Underhill Farm
Rough Pasture near Underhill Farm
Following the Lane to Earl Sterndale The lane in the deep shadows between the heights of High Wheeldon and Aldery Cliff.
Following the Lane to Earl Sterndale
The lane in the deep shadows between the heights of High Wheeldon and Aldery Cliff.
The River Manifold below Longnor Straightening of the river channel (deliberately reducing natural bends), in the upper sections of the Manifold, has reduced its value as a fishery habitat <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.wildtrout.org/assets/reports/Manifold_DCAC_2019_comp.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.wildtrout.org/assets/reports/Manifold_DCAC_2019_comp.pdf">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The River Manifold below Longnor
Straightening of the river channel (deliberately reducing natural bends), in the upper sections of the Manifold, has reduced its value as a fishery habitat LinkExternal link
Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese Inn, Longnor
Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese Inn, Longnor
The Market Hall, Longnor Dated 1873. "Of eclectic style ..." <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1262213" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1262213">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
The Market Hall, Longnor
Dated 1873. "Of eclectic style ..." LinkExternal link
High Street leading east out of Longnor Longnor sits on a prominent ridge between the valleys of the River Manifold and the River Dove. The lane to the left, Dove Ridge, leads to Top o' th' Edge, an escarpment overlooking the Dove valley.
High Street leading east out of Longnor
Longnor sits on a prominent ridge between the valleys of the River Manifold and the River Dove. The lane to the left, Dove Ridge, leads to Top o' th' Edge, an escarpment overlooking the Dove valley.
Track down to the Dove valley from Top o' th' Edge, Longnor Longnor (to the left) sits atop a ridge of sandstone ('millstone grit'); the Dove flows through softer shale.
Track down to the Dove valley from Top o' th' Edge, Longnor
Longnor (to the left) sits atop a ridge of sandstone ('millstone grit'); the Dove flows through softer shale.
Upper Dovedale The River Dove flows along a dale underlain by the softer lithology of Bowland Shale, bounded by ridges of harder rocks: on this side by millstone grit (Longnor Sandstone), and on the far side by  reef limestones
Upper Dovedale
The River Dove flows along a dale underlain by the softer lithology of Bowland Shale, bounded by ridges of harder rocks: on this side by millstone grit (Longnor Sandstone), and on the far side by reef limestones
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Crowdicote is located at Grid Ref: SK1065 (Lat: 53.183957, Lng: -1.850768)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

Also known as: Crowdecote

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Located within 500m of 53.183957,-1.850768
Crowdecote
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Entrance: main
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Information: guidepost
Operator: Peak & Northern Footpaths Society
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Telephone
Booth: K6
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Survey Date: 2021-07-17
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Post Box
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Source: survey
Tourism: information
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Information: guidepost
Source: survey
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.1841717/-1.8468646
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