Brailsford Common

Downs, Moorland in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Brailsford Common

Ford and Stepping Stones at Mercaston This ford is found on a stream leading into the Mercaston Brook. — Ford and Stepping Stones at Mercaston Credit: John Walton

Brailsford Common is a picturesque area located in Derbyshire, England. Known for its stunning natural beauty, the common encompasses a mix of downs and moorland, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers.

The common is characterized by its rolling hills and open grasslands, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The downs, with their gentle slopes and lush greenery, create a serene and peaceful atmosphere, perfect for leisurely walks or picnics. Meanwhile, the moorland adds a touch of wildness to the landscape, with its heather-covered expanses and rocky outcrops.

The area is home to diverse flora and fauna, making it an excellent spot for wildlife observation. Visitors may catch glimpses of various bird species, including buzzards and kestrels, soaring through the sky. The common is also home to rabbits, foxes, and deer, which can often be seen grazing or darting among the trees.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Brailsford Common offers several walking and hiking trails that cater to different fitness levels. The paths meander through the rolling hills, offering breathtaking views at every turn. Additionally, the common is crisscrossed by bridleways, making it a popular destination for horse riders.

Located just a short distance from the village of Brailsford, the common is easily accessible and provides ample parking facilities. Whether visitors are looking for a peaceful escape into nature or an adventurous exploration of the great outdoors, Brailsford Common offers something for everyone.

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Ford and Stepping Stones at Mercaston This ford is found on a stream leading into the Mercaston Brook.

Ford and Stepping Stones at Mercaston

This ford is found on a stream leading into the Mercaston Brook.

Brailsford Methodist Church, Derbyshire

Brailsford Methodist Church, Derbyshire

Brailsford Ploughing Match This ploughing match and country fair has been going for many years. though called the Brailsford match it actually takes place at different farms around the area and is often a long way from the village of Brailsford. This year however it was very close to Brailsford.

Brailsford Ploughing Match

This ploughing match and country fair has been going for many years. though called the Brailsford match it actually takes place at different farms around the area and is often a long way from the village of Brailsford. This year however it was very close to Brailsford.

A grassy field near Muggington You can just see the Hare as it tries to get under the fence / hedge to get away from us as we walk through the field.

A grassy field near Muggington

You can just see the Hare as it tries to get under the fence / hedge to get away from us as we walk through the field.

New Road Named New Road, this is more of country lane and is in the Muggington area.

New Road

Named New Road, this is more of country lane and is in the Muggington area.

Grassy fields Good grazing near Muggington

Grassy fields

Good grazing near Muggington

Mercaston Hall The arch to the left of the white house is what really attracted me to take this picture. It is a cross grid image though I did not realise it when I took it.

Mercaston Hall

The arch to the left of the white house is what really attracted me to take this picture. It is a cross grid image though I did not realise it when I took it.

The Plain Brailsford A small group of houses on a road simply called the Plain. It is in Brailsford and will soon be in the village even more as there is a proposal to build a lot more houses.

The Plain Brailsford

A small group of houses on a road simply called the Plain. It is in Brailsford and will soon be in the village even more as there is a proposal to build a lot more houses.

Grazing sheep A truly rural scene with sheep grazing on what I think, for them, is rather long and lush grass.

Grazing sheep

A truly rural scene with sheep grazing on what I think, for them, is rather long and lush grass.

A new access Composed of old stone and other hardcore this looks like the farmer is creating a new hard access.

A new access

Composed of old stone and other hardcore this looks like the farmer is creating a new hard access.

A lane by Fiddlers Folly Just outside the village of Brailsford is this minor road through the countryside which goes to nowhere inparticular.

A lane by Fiddlers Folly

Just outside the village of Brailsford is this minor road through the countryside which goes to nowhere inparticular.

An interesting wall The brick wall in the middle distance is not straight but has two distinct curves. Whether this to act as a sun trap I do not know but it does face roughly SE.

An interesting wall

The brick wall in the middle distance is not straight but has two distinct curves. Whether this to act as a sun trap I do not know but it does face roughly SE.

Mercaston Green Part of the small village of Mercaston is this tiny group of houses known as Mercaston Green.

Mercaston Green

Part of the small village of Mercaston is this tiny group of houses known as Mercaston Green.

Near Mercaston Sand Quarry Just visible in the distance is the conveyor which crosses the road between different parts of the quarry.

Near Mercaston Sand Quarry

Just visible in the distance is the conveyor which crosses the road between different parts of the quarry.

Distant farm buildings The farm buildings are being extended at the right hand end of the low building in the middle right of the image.

Distant farm buildings

The farm buildings are being extended at the right hand end of the low building in the middle right of the image.

The track to Bradley Oldpark South The good surface seen here soon deteriorates as it goes towards Bradley Oldpark South.

The track to Bradley Oldpark South

The good surface seen here soon deteriorates as it goes towards Bradley Oldpark South.

A public footpath Not a much used footpath judging from the lack of an obvious route under the low voltage electricity cables.

A public footpath

Not a much used footpath judging from the lack of an obvious route under the low voltage electricity cables.

Trig pillar, Brailsford. Just outside the village under an ash tree. The hedges around here are home to quite a few ashes.

Trig pillar, Brailsford.

Just outside the village under an ash tree. The hedges around here are home to quite a few ashes.

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Brailsford Common is located at Grid Ref: SK2642 (Lat: 52.982757, Lng: -1.6099318)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.982757,-1.6099318

Mercaston

Place: village

Wikidata: Q2581877

Lat/Long: 52.9845718/-1.603269

Post Box

Operator: Royal Mail

Ref: DE6 145

Lat/Long: 52.9842784/-1.6053625

Power: tower

Source: Bing

Lat/Long: 52.9839597/-1.6123698

Power: tower

Source: Bing

Lat/Long: 52.9816401/-1.6079915

Power: tower

Source: Bing

Lat/Long: 52.9793081/-1.6070527

Passing Place

Lat/Long: 52.9862178/-1.6077912

Barrier: stile

Steps: 2

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 52.9871686/-1.6102557

Place: farm

Lat/Long: 52.9862107/-1.6139366

Direction: SSW

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 16

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 52.9857235/-1.607923

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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