Barton Park

Downs, Moorland in Derbyshire South Derbyshire

England

Barton Park

St. Michael & All Angels, Church Broughton
St. Michael & All Angels, Church Broughton Credit: Geoff Pick

Barton Park is a picturesque area located in Derbyshire, England. This vast park is known for its stunning landscapes and diverse natural beauty, encompassing both downs and moorland. With its charming rural setting, it offers visitors a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The park boasts rolling downs, characterized by their gentle slopes and lush green grass. These downs provide ample space for recreational activities such as picnicking, kite flying, and leisurely walks. The expansive meadows offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and are perfect for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

In addition to the downs, Barton Park is also home to vast moorland areas. These rugged landscapes are characterized by their open expanses, heather-covered hills, and rocky outcrops. The moorland provides a habitat for a variety of wildlife, including birds, small mammals, and wildflowers. It is a popular spot for hiking, offering challenging trails and panoramic vistas.

Barton Park, with its diverse ecosystems, is a haven for outdoor activities. Visitors can explore the park's network of walking and cycling trails, which wind through woodlands, open fields, and along streams. The park also offers facilities for horse riding, fishing, and nature watching.

With its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere, Barton Park in Derbyshire is a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful and idyllic retreat in the heart of the English countryside.

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Barton Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.907798/-1.6901977 or Grid Reference SK2034. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St. Michael & All Angels, Church Broughton
St. Michael & All Angels, Church Broughton
Winding Brook Sutton Brook winds across this flat plain on its journey towards the River Dove.
Winding Brook
Sutton Brook winds across this flat plain on its journey towards the River Dove.
Farm and Pond This farm sits in the NE corner of this square in an area known as Barton Fields.
Farm and Pond
This farm sits in the NE corner of this square in an area known as Barton Fields.
Tree Arch This bridleway from Bartonfields to Bartonpark has a tree which arches over the track as it has grown around passing farm traffic.
Tree Arch
This bridleway from Bartonfields to Bartonpark has a tree which arches over the track as it has grown around passing farm traffic.
Green Footpath This poorly marked but very green footpath leads over Sutton Brook on its way to Longfordlane.
Green Footpath
This poorly marked but very green footpath leads over Sutton Brook on its way to Longfordlane.
The Spath The Spath - a farm hidden away down a lane from where it overlooks Longford Brook.
The Spath
The Spath - a farm hidden away down a lane from where it overlooks Longford Brook.
Claypit Hill The old clay workings, now overgrown, can be seen on top of the hill.
Claypit Hill
The old clay workings, now overgrown, can be seen on top of the hill.
Bent House Bent House near Church Broughton.
Bent House
Bent House near Church Broughton.
Small Reservoir Small reservoir marked on 1:25000 maps
Small Reservoir
Small reservoir marked on 1:25000 maps
Barton Cottages One of the set of cottages on Ashbourne Road.
Barton Cottages
One of the set of cottages on Ashbourne Road.
Farm track and footpath Track and path across to Bartonfields.
Farm track and footpath
Track and path across to Bartonfields.
Cornfield From the track,looking towards Grove Farm.
Cornfield
From the track,looking towards Grove Farm.
Next year's fertiliser Pile of rotting farmyard manure at the side of the track.
Next year's fertiliser
Pile of rotting farmyard manure at the side of the track.
Covert Farm In front of Covert Farm is Potters Covert Wood.
Covert Farm
In front of Covert Farm is Potters Covert Wood.
Renovated Cottage The cottage on the corner of Boggy Lane.
Renovated Cottage
The cottage on the corner of Boggy Lane.
Old Runway There is a large circle of concrete under the pile of manure,this would have had a plane on when in use as an airfield during World War 2.
Old Runway
There is a large circle of concrete under the pile of manure,this would have had a plane on when in use as an airfield during World War 2.
Disused Runway Another section of disused airfield,the mainrunway was across the grid square where the line of buildings are.
Disused Runway
Another section of disused airfield,the mainrunway was across the grid square where the line of buildings are.
Footpath from Bent Lane. The path to Heath Top.
Footpath from Bent Lane.
The path to Heath Top.
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Barton Park is located at Grid Ref: SK2034 (Lat: 52.907798, Lng: -1.6901977)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: South Derbyshire

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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Located within 500m of 52.907798,-1.6901977
Place Of Worship
St Chad's Barton Blount
Access: private
Religion: christian
Website: https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1280896
Lat/Long: 52.909364/-1.6916072
Barton Blount
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q2672888
Lat/Long: 52.909683/-1.6900919
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.9104177/-1.6880724
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.910078/-1.6875735
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.9092595/-1.6863571
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.9085215/-1.6852111
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.9084819/-1.6836494
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