Atlow

Settlement in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Atlow

Bird's eye view With some hen peckers
Bird's eye view Credit: Chris Morgan

Atlow is a small village located in the Derbyshire Dales district of Derbyshire, England. Situated about 7 miles south of Matlock and 13 miles north of Derby, it lies within the beautiful Peak District National Park.

The village is nestled in a picturesque rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. Atlow is known for its charming stone cottages and traditional architecture, which adds to its idyllic countryside appeal. The village is also home to a small number of farms, adding to its rural character.

Despite its small size, Atlow boasts a close-knit community that takes pride in its heritage. The village features a historic church, St. Helen's Church, which dates back to the 13th century and is known for its stunning stained glass windows. The church is a focal point for community events and religious services.

Atlow benefits from its proximity to the Peak District, offering residents and visitors ample opportunities for outdoor activities. The surrounding area is popular for hiking, cycling, and horse riding, with numerous trails and paths to explore. The nearby Carsington Water reservoir is a popular spot for water sports and fishing.

While Atlow does not have its own shops or amenities, the village is within easy reach of neighboring towns and villages, where residents can find essential services and amenities. This peaceful and scenic village offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, with a strong sense of community and access to the stunning natural beauty of the Peak District.

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Atlow Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.036738/-1.65687 or Grid Reference SK2348. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bird's eye view With some hen peckers
Bird's eye view
With some hen peckers
Descending Madge Hill
Descending Madge Hill
Track ascends Madge Hill
Track ascends Madge Hill
Why did the chickens cross the road? To try and escape a couple of Geographers passing by! At Atlow Winn
Why did the chickens cross the road?
To try and escape a couple of Geographers passing by! At Atlow Winn
A517 at Atlow Cottage
A517 at Atlow Cottage
Hognaston Bridge Bridge over the Scow Brook. The brook is downstream of the Carsington Reservoir. As can be seen from the size of the brook there is not a great catchment to the reservoir and it relies primarily on water pumped from the River Derwent at Ambergate.
Hognaston Bridge
Bridge over the Scow Brook. The brook is downstream of the Carsington Reservoir. As can be seen from the size of the brook there is not a great catchment to the reservoir and it relies primarily on water pumped from the River Derwent at Ambergate.
Fields near Atlowtop The field beyond has a horse exercising track for the local stables.
Fields near Atlowtop
The field beyond has a horse exercising track for the local stables.
Rural telephone box at Turlow Fields
Rural telephone box at Turlow Fields
Avenue of Trees, Carsington, Derbyshire UK
Avenue of Trees, Carsington, Derbyshire UK
Gorse Lane The Farm is Bradley Nook and it sits very close to Gorse Lane, which is a very minor road.
Gorse Lane
The Farm is Bradley Nook and it sits very close to Gorse Lane, which is a very minor road.
Entering Atlow Atlow is yet another very linear village.
Entering Atlow
Atlow is yet another very linear village.
Fields and pylons A well cropped grass field that runs beneath pylons that transmit our electricity.
Fields and pylons
A well cropped grass field that runs beneath pylons that transmit our electricity.
The road to the reservoir Over the brow of the hill you will see Carsington Reservoir, which is a pumped storage reservoir, having very little natural inflow.  In times of heavy rain and high river levels in the Derwent water is pumped up into the reservoir for later release in times of low water.
The road to the reservoir
Over the brow of the hill you will see Carsington Reservoir, which is a pumped storage reservoir, having very little natural inflow. In times of heavy rain and high river levels in the Derwent water is pumped up into the reservoir for later release in times of low water.
An unsurfaced track The track has a surface of compacted limestone. Presumably put down when the Solar Farm to the left was being installed.
An unsurfaced track
The track has a surface of compacted limestone. Presumably put down when the Solar Farm to the left was being installed.
A lush field of grass Looking over the metal gate into a field of long grass, that is separated from another field with sheep grazing by a pole and wire fence.
A lush field of grass
Looking over the metal gate into a field of long grass, that is separated from another field with sheep grazing by a pole and wire fence.
The lane to a couple of houses A country lane that is just leading to a couple of houses and or a farm. The sign at the end did not mention a farm just a couple of names.
The lane to a couple of houses
A country lane that is just leading to a couple of houses and or a farm. The sign at the end did not mention a farm just a couple of names.
Looking along Winn Lane Another narrow country lane that actually says unfit for motors, so I walked a little way up it and was passed by a couple of cars!
Looking along Winn Lane
Another narrow country lane that actually says unfit for motors, so I walked a little way up it and was passed by a couple of cars!
Looking across the hillside A stoney track leads into the field which is on the side of quite a steep hill.
Looking across the hillside
A stoney track leads into the field which is on the side of quite a steep hill.
Show me another place!

Atlow is located at Grid Ref: SK2348 (Lat: 53.036738, Lng: -1.65687)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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