Cobblersnook Plantation

Wood, Forest in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Cobblersnook Plantation

Ruined sheepfold This old sheepfold is marked on the 1880 Ordnance Survey map but is now in ruins.
Ruined sheepfold Credit: Ian Calderwood

Cobblersnook Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in the heart of Derbyshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, it is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike. The plantation is situated within the larger Derbyshire Dales National Park, offering visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area.

The woodland is predominantly made up of a variety of native tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense and diverse canopy that provides shelter for numerous wildlife species. Visitors can expect to encounter an array of birdlife, such as woodpeckers and owls, as well as small mammals like foxes, squirrels, and badgers.

Traversing through the plantation, visitors will find a network of well-maintained walking trails that cater to different levels of difficulty. These paths wind through the enchanting forest, leading visitors to hidden gems such as tranquil streams, vibrant wildflower meadows, and stunning viewpoints offering panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside.

Cobblersnook Plantation is also renowned for its rich history, dating back centuries. The area was once home to a thriving shoe-making industry, and remnants of old workshops and cottages can still be found scattered throughout the woodland. These historical artifacts serve as a reminder of the area's industrial past and add an intriguing element to the overall experience.

Whether you're seeking a peaceful stroll amidst nature, an opportunity to spot wildlife, or a chance to delve into the region's history, Cobblersnook Plantation in Derbyshire is a must-visit destination for all nature lovers and history enthusiasts.

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Cobblersnook Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.118383/-1.7133554 or Grid Reference SK1957. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ruined sheepfold This old sheepfold is marked on the 1880 Ordnance Survey map but is now in ruins.
Ruined sheepfold
This old sheepfold is marked on the 1880 Ordnance Survey map but is now in ruins.
Dew pond and old quarry The quarry is in the background, in the next field.
Dew pond and old quarry
The quarry is in the background, in the next field.
Minninglow Concession Route There is no public footpath to the top of Minninglow but this concession route allows access for walkers.
Minninglow Concession Route
There is no public footpath to the top of Minninglow but this concession route allows access for walkers.
Minninglow Concession Route from above Looking back down the concession route up Minninglow Hill to the High Peak Trail. There is no public footpath to the top of Minninglow but this concession path provides access for walkers.
Minninglow Concession Route from above
Looking back down the concession route up Minninglow Hill to the High Peak Trail. There is no public footpath to the top of Minninglow but this concession path provides access for walkers.
Minninglow Quarry siding The rails left in-situ can still be seen peeping through the turf on the line of the former quarry siding off the Cromford & High Peak Railway.
Minninglow Quarry siding
The rails left in-situ can still be seen peeping through the turf on the line of the former quarry siding off the Cromford & High Peak Railway.
The former Royston Grange Quarries The diagonal wall in the foreground shows the line of the railway that lead into the quarries.
The former Royston Grange Quarries
The diagonal wall in the foreground shows the line of the railway that lead into the quarries.
High Peak Trail The High Peak Trail near Roystone Grange Quarries.
High Peak Trail
The High Peak Trail near Roystone Grange Quarries.
High Peak Trail The High Peak Trail near Minninglow Quarry.
High Peak Trail
The High Peak Trail near Minninglow Quarry.
Minninglow Grange View of Minninglow Grange Farm.
Minninglow Grange
View of Minninglow Grange Farm.
Minninglow View from the High Peak Trail.
Minninglow
View from the High Peak Trail.
Minninglow Hill
Minninglow Hill
High Peak Trail The High Peak Trail.
High Peak Trail
The High Peak Trail.
Old road below Minninglow This embankment by a wall in a field used to be the main road from Manchester to Derby. It is thought to have begun as a prehistoric trackway and was certainly part of the Roman road from Mamucium (Manchester) to Derventio (Derby). It remained in use into the 19th century, when better roads, such as the turnpike through Ashbourne, made it redundant.
Old road below Minninglow
This embankment by a wall in a field used to be the main road from Manchester to Derby. It is thought to have begun as a prehistoric trackway and was certainly part of the Roman road from Mamucium (Manchester) to Derventio (Derby). It remained in use into the 19th century, when better roads, such as the turnpike through Ashbourne, made it redundant.
Junction A5012
Junction A5012
Pasture above Minninglow Grange Farm Seen from The High Peak Trail
Pasture above Minninglow Grange Farm
Seen from The High Peak Trail
A Derbyshire Cow Behind her - one of the limestone railway embankments built in the 1820's to carry the Cromford and High Peak Railway - now a leisure path.
A Derbyshire Cow
Behind her - one of the limestone railway embankments built in the 1820's to carry the Cromford and High Peak Railway - now a leisure path.
Abandoned quarrying machinery At the now disused Minninglow limestone quarry adjacent to The High Peak Trail.
Abandoned quarrying machinery
At the now disused Minninglow limestone quarry adjacent to The High Peak Trail.
Just east of Minninglow looking towards Aldwark
Just east of Minninglow looking towards Aldwark
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Cobblersnook Plantation is located at Grid Ref: SK1957 (Lat: 53.118383, Lng: -1.7133554)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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