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Thorpe Pasture

Downs, Moorland in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

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Thorpe Pasture

Signpost on the Manifold Way Approaching Coldwall Bridge with the River Dove currently over to the left.
Signpost on the Manifold Way Credit: Bill Boaden

Located in Derbyshire, England, Thorpe Pasture is a picturesque area known for its stunning downs and moorland landscapes. The region offers visitors a diverse range of natural beauty and outdoor activities.

Thorpe Pasture boasts expansive downs, which are vast areas of open, rolling grasslands. These downs are characterized by their gently sloping hills and are ideal for leisurely walks, picnics, and taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The downs are home to a variety of plant and animal species, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers.

In addition to the downs, Thorpe Pasture also features moorland areas. Moorlands are characterized by their unique vegetation, including heather, gorse, and grasses. These areas provide visitors with a sense of tranquility and a chance to explore the rugged beauty of the moorland landscape.

The region offers a range of recreational activities for visitors to enjoy. Hiking and walking trails are abundant, allowing visitors to explore the downs and moorland at their own pace. The area is also popular for birdwatching, with a variety of bird species making their home in Thorpe Pasture.

For those seeking a more adventurous experience, Thorpe Pasture offers opportunities for mountain biking and horseback riding. The diverse terrain provides a thrilling and challenging environment for outdoor enthusiasts.

Overall, Thorpe Pasture in Derbyshire is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Its downs and moorland offer a diverse and beautiful landscape, providing visitors with a wealth of opportunities to explore, relax, and connect with the natural world.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.05696/-1.7669081 or Grid Reference SK1551. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Signpost on the Manifold Way Approaching Coldwall Bridge with the River Dove currently over to the left.
Signpost on the Manifold Way
Approaching Coldwall Bridge with the River Dove currently over to the left.
Track onto Coldwall Bridge Part of the Limestone Way which will cross the River Dove.
Track onto Coldwall Bridge
Part of the Limestone Way which will cross the River Dove.
Sheep-dotted hillside The Limestone Way climbs a farm track on the left to the village of Thorpe which is at the top of the hill.
Sheep-dotted hillside
The Limestone Way climbs a farm track on the left to the village of Thorpe which is at the top of the hill.
Sheep above the River Dove Looking down the valley from a hillside near Thorpe.
Sheep above the River Dove
Looking down the valley from a hillside near Thorpe.
Benchmark, Coldwall Bridge Detail of the Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark on the north parapet of Coldwall Bridge. The rivet is missing and the cut arrow is unusually elaborate. The benchmark is located on the county boundary of Staffordshire and Derbyshire, it marks a height of 135.0173m above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1949 (location photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7326506">SK1449 : Boundary stone, Coldwall Bridge</a>).
Benchmark, Coldwall Bridge
Detail of the Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark on the north parapet of Coldwall Bridge. The rivet is missing and the cut arrow is unusually elaborate. The benchmark is located on the county boundary of Staffordshire and Derbyshire, it marks a height of 135.0173m above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1949 (location photograph SK1449 : Boundary stone, Coldwall Bridge).
Milepost, Coldwall Lane This Grade II listed stone milepost, still bearing its cast iron plate reading Cheadle 11, was erected following construction of the Blythe Marsh, Oakamoor to Thorpe turnpike road. Turnpike trusts had a legal obligation to erect milestones or mileposts along all roads for which they were responsible. This section of the road, now in places only used as a farm track, fell into disuse as early motor vehicles struggled with the gradients, road users preferring to use alternative routes.
Milepost, Coldwall Lane
This Grade II listed stone milepost, still bearing its cast iron plate reading Cheadle 11, was erected following construction of the Blythe Marsh, Oakamoor to Thorpe turnpike road. Turnpike trusts had a legal obligation to erect milestones or mileposts along all roads for which they were responsible. This section of the road, now in places only used as a farm track, fell into disuse as early motor vehicles struggled with the gradients, road users preferring to use alternative routes.
Boundary stone, Coldwall Bridge Coldwall Bridge carried the Blythe Marsh, Oakamoor to Thorpe turnpike road over the River Dove. The county boundary between Staffordshire and Derbyshire which follows the centre of the River is marked by the projecting boundary stone, upon the top of which is an Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark (detail photograph <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7087421">SK1449 : Benchmark, Coldwall Bridge</a>). This section of the turnpike road, now in places only used as a farm track, fell into disuse as early motor vehicles struggled with the gradients, road users preferring to use alternative routes.
Boundary stone, Coldwall Bridge
Coldwall Bridge carried the Blythe Marsh, Oakamoor to Thorpe turnpike road over the River Dove. The county boundary between Staffordshire and Derbyshire which follows the centre of the River is marked by the projecting boundary stone, upon the top of which is an Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark (detail photograph SK1449 : Benchmark, Coldwall Bridge). This section of the turnpike road, now in places only used as a farm track, fell into disuse as early motor vehicles struggled with the gradients, road users preferring to use alternative routes.
Track leading down to Coldwall Bridge from Thorpe
Track leading down to Coldwall Bridge from Thorpe
Ilam Park: Looking towards Thorpe Cloud, the flat-topped hill
Ilam Park: Looking towards Thorpe Cloud, the flat-topped hill
Ilam Park: Looking towards Thorpe Cloud, the flat-topped hill
Ilam Park: Looking towards Thorpe Cloud, the flat-topped hill
Tissington Spires One of several limestone formations encountered in the narrow trench of Dovedale
Tissington Spires
One of several limestone formations encountered in the narrow trench of Dovedale
Footpath in Dovedale Deep in the trench of Dovedale, it is hard to imagine sunshine ever reaching this spot
Footpath in Dovedale
Deep in the trench of Dovedale, it is hard to imagine sunshine ever reaching this spot
Dovedale looking Upstream Glorious Dovedale looking upstream from the stepping stones
Dovedale looking Upstream
Glorious Dovedale looking upstream from the stepping stones
Dovedale looking Downstream Heading towards the stepping stones near Thorpe
Dovedale looking Downstream
Heading towards the stepping stones near Thorpe
Footbridge over the River Dove
Footbridge over the River Dove
Coach Park for Dovedale This is the minor road heading west to Ilam. A long lay-by has been inserted complete with yellow lines reserved for the exclusive use of coaches to park, - for the wonders of Dovedale.
Coach Park for Dovedale
This is the minor road heading west to Ilam. A long lay-by has been inserted complete with yellow lines reserved for the exclusive use of coaches to park, - for the wonders of Dovedale.
Driveway to Izaak Walton Hotel
Driveway to Izaak Walton Hotel
Manifold Way above Fishpond Wood A very muddy section of the path made harder by cattle grazing. There are a number of routes by which people pick their way through the wood. This is now a better section ahead.
Manifold Way above Fishpond Wood
A very muddy section of the path made harder by cattle grazing. There are a number of routes by which people pick their way through the wood. This is now a better section ahead.
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Thorpe Pasture is located at Grid Ref: SK1551 (Lat: 53.05696, Lng: -1.7669081)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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Material: stone
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Material: stone
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