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Beryl's Gorse

Wood, Forest in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Beryl's Gorse

Hollyhurst Lane Every where there is some shade the frost still lies on the road.
Hollyhurst Lane Credit: Malcolm Neal

Beryl's Gorse is a small woodland area located in the county of Derbyshire, England. It is a part of the larger Peak District National Park and is situated near the town of Matlock. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, Beryl's Gorse is a beautiful and tranquil forest that offers visitors a variety of natural wonders to explore.

The woodland is primarily composed of gorse bushes, which are known for their vibrant yellow flowers that bloom in the spring and summer months. This creates a stunning display of color that attracts many visitors to the area. In addition to the gorse, the forest is also home to a diverse range of plant species, including heather, ferns, and various wildflowers.

Beryl's Gorse is also known for its rich wildlife. The woodland provides a habitat for many species of birds, including woodpeckers, owls, and finches. Small mammals such as squirrels, rabbits, and voles can also be spotted within the forest. Additionally, the forest is home to several species of butterflies and other insects, adding to its biodiversity.

Visitors to Beryl's Gorse can enjoy various activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The forest is crisscrossed with a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. The peaceful ambiance and picturesque surroundings make it an ideal destination for nature lovers and those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Overall, Beryl's Gorse is a hidden gem within the Derbyshire countryside, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature and experience the beauty of the Peak District National Park.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.923811/-1.7529421 or Grid Reference SK1636. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hollyhurst Lane Every where there is some shade the frost still lies on the road.
Hollyhurst Lane
Every where there is some shade the frost still lies on the road.
Vernon's Oak I do not know who Vernon was, or is, but the large Oak has a stone name plaque in front of it as it grows by the junction of Oak Lane and a seemingly unnamed very minor road.
Vernon's Oak
I do not know who Vernon was, or is, but the large Oak has a stone name plaque in front of it as it grows by the junction of Oak Lane and a seemingly unnamed very minor road.
Oak Lane No doubt Oak Lane is named after Vernon's Oak which is a little way behind the camera position.
Oak Lane
No doubt Oak Lane is named after Vernon's Oak which is a little way behind the camera position.
New houses in the country The houses are being built near the end of Oak Lane just before it joins the Ashbourne Road, the A515.
New houses in the country
The houses are being built near the end of Oak Lane just before it joins the Ashbourne Road, the A515.
A view off Vernon's Oak Lane Vernon's Oak Lane is an extremely narrow Lane with a very poor surface, along which I drove behind half a dozen Pheasants who could not get off the lane for quite a while.
A view off Vernon's Oak Lane
Vernon's Oak Lane is an extremely narrow Lane with a very poor surface, along which I drove behind half a dozen Pheasants who could not get off the lane for quite a while.
Derby Lane Looking along Derby Lane at Cubley.
Derby Lane
Looking along Derby Lane at Cubley.
St. Andrew's Church Cubley The parish church for the little village of Cubley with a rectory on the hill behind the church.
St. Andrew's Church Cubley
The parish church for the little village of Cubley with a rectory on the hill behind the church.
The Ashbourne Road The Ashbourne Road or A515 was a very busy road this Saturday morning.
The Ashbourne Road
The Ashbourne Road or A515 was a very busy road this Saturday morning.
Looking over the hedge A little further along the A515 and looking across the other side of the road from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7113886">SK1534 : Twelve Acres Farm</a> the field is very similar.
Looking over the hedge
A little further along the A515 and looking across the other side of the road from SK1534 : Twelve Acres Farm the field is very similar.
New Road, Boylestone Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
New Road, Boylestone
Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
Boylestone Methodist Church This chapel also known today as Bourne Methodist Church was built in 1846 and opened in January 1847, replacing an earlier one which had been built in 1811. 2014 marked the bi-centenary of the first Sunday School within Primitive Methodism, which was established at Boylestone in 1814 (<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.methodistheritage.org.uk/boylestone.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.methodistheritage.org.uk/boylestone.htm">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> Methodist Heritage).
Boylestone Methodist Church
This chapel also known today as Bourne Methodist Church was built in 1846 and opened in January 1847, replacing an earlier one which had been built in 1811. 2014 marked the bi-centenary of the first Sunday School within Primitive Methodism, which was established at Boylestone in 1814 (LinkExternal link Methodist Heritage).
Bourne Methodist Church, Boylestone The present chapel was built in 1846 and opened in January 1847, replacing an earlier one which had been built in 1811. 2014 marked the bi-centenary of the first Sunday School within Primitive Methodism, which was established at Boylestone in 1814 (<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.methodistheritage.org.uk/boylestone.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.methodistheritage.org.uk/boylestone.htm">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> Methodist Heritage).
Bourne Methodist Church, Boylestone
The present chapel was built in 1846 and opened in January 1847, replacing an earlier one which had been built in 1811. 2014 marked the bi-centenary of the first Sunday School within Primitive Methodism, which was established at Boylestone in 1814 (LinkExternal link Methodist Heritage).
Boylestone Primitive Methodist Chapel (1846) The present chapel was built in 1846 and opened in January 1847, replacing an earlier one which had been built in 1811. 2014 marked the bi-centenary of the first Sunday School within Primitive Methodism, which was established at Boylestone in 1814 (<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.methodistheritage.org.uk/boylestone.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.methodistheritage.org.uk/boylestone.htm">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> Methodist Heritage).
Boylestone Primitive Methodist Chapel (1846)
The present chapel was built in 1846 and opened in January 1847, replacing an earlier one which had been built in 1811. 2014 marked the bi-centenary of the first Sunday School within Primitive Methodism, which was established at Boylestone in 1814 (LinkExternal link Methodist Heritage).
Boylestone, Chapel Lane Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
Boylestone, Chapel Lane
Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
Gate to Field Behind Boylestone Methodist Church
Gate to Field Behind Boylestone Methodist Church
Boylestone, Muse lane Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
Boylestone, Muse lane
Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
New Road near Harehill Park Farm
New Road near Harehill Park Farm
New Road approaching Boylestone Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
New Road approaching Boylestone
Boylestone is a hamlet and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales, about eight miles east of Uttoxeter. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 165.
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Beryl's Gorse is located at Grid Ref: SK1636 (Lat: 52.923811, Lng: -1.7529421)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

What 3 Words

///veal.wiggly.masks. Near Doveridge, Derbyshire

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