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Bateman Firs

Wood, Forest in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Bateman Firs

Path down from Stanton Moor
Path down from Stanton Moor Credit: David Lally

Bateman Firs is a sprawling woodland located in Derbyshire, England. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, it is renowned for its picturesque beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna. The woodland is primarily composed of a mix of coniferous and deciduous trees, creating a rich and varied ecosystem.

The trees within Bateman Firs are predominantly firs, hence the name, with a variety of species including Douglas fir, Norway spruce, and Scots pine. These towering evergreens provide a stunning backdrop throughout the year, with their vibrant green foliage in the warmer months and a striking contrast against the winter landscape.

The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors and textures. This attracts a diverse range of wildlife, making Bateman Firs a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers. Visitors may spot red deer, roe deer, and various species of birds, such as woodpeckers, owls, and jays, among others.

Bateman Firs offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural splendor at their own pace. These well-maintained paths wind through the woodland, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and opportunities to observe the wildlife. The woodland also has designated picnic areas, making it an ideal spot for families and groups to enjoy a day out in nature.

Overall, Bateman Firs is a captivating woodland that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its stunning scenery, diverse range of plant and animal life, and well-marked trails, it is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.167353/-1.6458066 or Grid Reference SK2363. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Path down from Stanton Moor
Path down from Stanton Moor
Leaning oak Wind-blown on Stanton Moor.
Leaning oak
Wind-blown on Stanton Moor.
Broadmeadow Shaft Adjacent to the cottages here, which were once the offices of the Alport Mining Company, can be seen a large mound which marks the site of the Broadmeadow Shaft on the Alport mines. This company was an amalgamation of various separate mining concerns and operated the very rich lead mines of this area. They were classed as the most heavily watered mines in the country and suffered from inflows of more than 6000 gallons a minute. Consequently, heavy pumping was necessary, chiefly by water pressure engines which used a column of water to power them. The well known Cornish engineer, Richard Trevithick was consulted and he was responsible for the first of many such underground machines within this region. Water to power the engine in this shaft was taken from the River Lathkill and over Alport village in wooden launders and then by a tunnel to the shaft. All the pumped water, along with that used by the engines (of which there were upwards of seven scattered throughout the workings) was drained away by the deep Hillcarr Sough, a tunnel driven from the River Derwent near Darley Dale.
Broadmeadow Shaft
Adjacent to the cottages here, which were once the offices of the Alport Mining Company, can be seen a large mound which marks the site of the Broadmeadow Shaft on the Alport mines. This company was an amalgamation of various separate mining concerns and operated the very rich lead mines of this area. They were classed as the most heavily watered mines in the country and suffered from inflows of more than 6000 gallons a minute. Consequently, heavy pumping was necessary, chiefly by water pressure engines which used a column of water to power them. The well known Cornish engineer, Richard Trevithick was consulted and he was responsible for the first of many such underground machines within this region. Water to power the engine in this shaft was taken from the River Lathkill and over Alport village in wooden launders and then by a tunnel to the shaft. All the pumped water, along with that used by the engines (of which there were upwards of seven scattered throughout the workings) was drained away by the deep Hillcarr Sough, a tunnel driven from the River Derwent near Darley Dale.
Stanton Woodhouse A manor house and farm in the Haddon estate.
Stanton Woodhouse
A manor house and farm in the Haddon estate.
Hillside above the Derwent valley A hillside near Stanton Woodhouse. The next visible community is Darley Dale.
Hillside above the Derwent valley
A hillside near Stanton Woodhouse. The next visible community is Darley Dale.
Sheep above Stanton Woodhouse Looking up the Derwent valley.
Sheep above Stanton Woodhouse
Looking up the Derwent valley.
Cottages in Stanton in Peak A long thin village climbing the hillside. A shower is passing a couple of miles to the north.
Cottages in Stanton in Peak
A long thin village climbing the hillside. A shower is passing a couple of miles to the north.
Field near Stanton in Peak A view from the top of the village, which is off to the left.
Field near Stanton in Peak
A view from the top of the village, which is off to the left.
Cottages in Stanton in Peak Near the bottom of the long thin village.
Cottages in Stanton in Peak
Near the bottom of the long thin village.
Field at Stanton in Peak Right at the bottom of the village.
Field at Stanton in Peak
Right at the bottom of the village.
Stanton in Peak From the bottom of the village looking up. The spire of Holy Trinity Church is seen but the village continues quite a long way past that.
Stanton in Peak
From the bottom of the village looking up. The spire of Holy Trinity Church is seen but the village continues quite a long way past that.
Stanton in Peak The village pub, the Flying Childers, is straight ahead, and the spire of Holy Trinity Church is behind.
Stanton in Peak
The village pub, the Flying Childers, is straight ahead, and the spire of Holy Trinity Church is behind.
Allotments and cattle at Stanton in Peak Looking down on the valley of the River Wye where Haddon Hall can be seen.
Allotments and cattle at Stanton in Peak
Looking down on the valley of the River Wye where Haddon Hall can be seen.
Sheep above Congreave Looking towards Rowsley down the Wye valley.
Sheep above Congreave
Looking towards Rowsley down the Wye valley.
Path to Birchover It is necessary to climb up Birchover Edge.
Path to Birchover
It is necessary to climb up Birchover Edge.
Path to Winster The village of Winster is seen on the hill ahead.
Path to Winster
The village of Winster is seen on the hill ahead.
Fields near Birchover The village is seen in the background from this point on Birchover Edge.
Fields near Birchover
The village is seen in the background from this point on Birchover Edge.
Fields below Birchover Edge Looking roughly towards Winster which is slightly off to the left.
Fields below Birchover Edge
Looking roughly towards Winster which is slightly off to the left.
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Bateman Firs is located at Grid Ref: SK2363 (Lat: 53.167353, Lng: -1.6458066)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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