Gotherage Plantation

Wood, Forest in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Gotherage Plantation

View to Broadhay from Highlow Wood Broadhay is the farm you can see in the centre of this photograph with Hathersage beyond — View to Broadhay from Highlow Wood Credit: Neil Theasby

Gotherage Plantation is a picturesque woodland located in Derbyshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a beautiful example of a mixed forest, consisting of various tree species including oak, beech, ash, and birch. The plantation is situated in a rural area, offering visitors a serene and peaceful setting, away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The woodland is well-maintained, with clear paths and trails allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty. The terrain is relatively flat, making it accessible to people of all ages and abilities, including families with young children. The plantation is also popular among nature enthusiasts, providing an opportunity to observe and appreciate the local flora and fauna.

Gotherage Plantation is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including squirrels, rabbits, foxes, and a variety of bird species. Birdwatchers can delight in the sight of woodpeckers, robins, and jays, among others. The woodland is particularly enchanting during spring, when the forest floor is adorned with vibrant wildflowers, creating a colorful spectacle.

For those interested in outdoor activities, Gotherage Plantation offers ample opportunities for walking, jogging, and cycling. The tranquil atmosphere and the absence of traffic make it an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful getaway. The plantation also has designated picnic areas, allowing visitors to enjoy a packed lunch amidst the natural beauty.

Overall, Gotherage Plantation is a hidden gem in Derbyshire, providing a haven for relaxation, exploration, and appreciation of nature's wonders.

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Gotherage Plantation Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.303849/-1.6808735 or Grid Reference SK2178. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View to Broadhay from Highlow Wood

Broadhay is the farm you can see in the centre of this photograph with Hathersage beyond

Neil Theasby

Drystone wall with view to Broadhay

Neil Theasby

Bretton Clough

The trees planted about 8 years ago have naturally grown. See an older photo by Peter Barr SK2078 : Bretton Clough. The tree guards were left in place but hundreds were unofficially removed by volunteers taking Covid lockdown exercise in 2020/21. The plastic was removed and disposed of responsibly.

Graham Cole

Sir William Hill trig

Alex McGregor

Highfield Belt

Highfield Belt is a narrow belt of woodland which has been here since at least 1842, when the Ordnance Survey First Series map was surveyed. It partially encircles the remains of Broadlow Lead Mine.

Ian Calderwood

Top Twelve Meers' Mine

The remains of one of many former lead mines in the area. Marked on some maps as "Twelve Meers' Mine" but known as "Top" to distinguish it from "Old Twelve Meers' Mine", which was nearby. A meer was a unit of length of 29, 31 or 32 yards, depending on the time and place, used in the Derbyshire lead mining industry.

Ian Calderwood

Replanting Big Moor Plantation

Until recently, "Big Moor Plantation" was a meaningless label for a largely empty field. This has now been rectified with the planting of new saplings.

Ian Calderwood

Confluence of two brooks

Just below the bridges at Stoke Ford, Bretton Brook merges with the stream in Abney Clough and becomes Highlow Brook.

Ian Calderwood

Track below Oaks Farm

Ian Calderwood

View from Hathersage Moor

Looking south west to a heather-clad Eyam Moor and Sir William Hill

Graham Hogg

Gate near Highlow Farm

Looking along the lane from Offerton.

DS Pugh

Gate beside the road near High Low

Looking along the lane from Offerton.

DS Pugh

Road between two woods

An unnamed minor road with Mill Wood to the left and Oaks Wood to the right.

Graham Hogg

Aspen trees and suckers

This valley has a surprising concentration of aspen trees in a few places. There are very many suckers (clone shoots on tree roots) in the foreground which possibly owe their survival to a reduction in sheep grazing in recent years. The three tall trees are all aspens and perhaps grew up from suckers of a much older tree.

Graham Cole

The "Plague Museum", Eyam

David Dixon

The Plague Doctor

Eyam Museum, or as it is locally known "Eyam Plague Museum", opened in April 1994. Its galleries present the history of Eyam since prehistoric times, with a special emphasis on the Plague that struck Eyam, known as the Eyam Plague, in 1665. One of the exhibits is a "plague doctor's" costume. The mask would have been filled with sweet-smelling herbs, scents or flowers which were thought to give protection from the plague. For the same reason, many people carried posies or pomanders stuffed with perfumes or spices.

David Dixon