Hawkhurst Head

Hill, Mountain in Cheshire High Peak

England

Hawkhurst Head

Bothams Hall bridges, Peak Forest Canal, 1984 A lift bridge and a footbridge. They seem to be numbered 34 taken together. — Bothams Hall bridges, Peak Forest Canal, 1984 Credit: Robin Webster

Hawkhurst Head, located in Cheshire, England, is a prominent hill that forms part of the county's picturesque landscape. Rising to an elevation of approximately 250 meters (820 feet), it is considered a notable geographical feature in the region. The hill is situated within the Peak District National Park, an area renowned for its stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

Hawkhurst Head offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the rolling hills, verdant valleys, and charming villages that dot the landscape. The hill itself consists of a mixture of grassy slopes, rocky outcrops, and scattered patches of woodland, creating a varied and captivating terrain.

The summit of Hawkhurst Head provides an ideal vantage point for visitors to admire the stunning vistas that stretch for miles in every direction. On a clear day, one can see as far as the distant Welsh mountains on the western horizon. The hill also offers a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it a popular destination for walkers, hikers, and nature enthusiasts alike.

In addition to its natural beauty, Hawkhurst Head is also home to a rich variety of flora and fauna. The hill supports a diverse range of plant species, including heather, gorse, and wildflowers, which add vibrant splashes of color to the landscape. Wildlife such as red deer, foxes, and various bird species can also be spotted in the area.

Overall, Hawkhurst Head is a captivating and enchanting hill in Cheshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the stunning natural surroundings and appreciate the beauty of the British countryside.

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Hawkhurst Head Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.329812/-2.0035492 or Grid Reference SJ9981. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bothams Hall bridges, Peak Forest Canal, 1984

A lift bridge and a footbridge. They seem to be numbered 34 taken together.

Robin Webster

The Railway, Whaley Bridge

The pub on Market Street (A5004) is currently owned by Inglenook Inns & Taverns. SK0181 : Sign of The Railway.

Gerald England

Sign of The Railway

Sign for The Railway SK0181 : The Railway, Whaley Bridge.

Gerald England

Posts on Reservoir Road

These two posts are found at the bottom of Reservoir Road outside The Railway SK0181 : The Railway, Whaley Bridge. Historic Streetview images shows that these have been restored and repainted in the last few years. What exactly the information refers to I haven't been able to ascertain. Whilst I assume they refer to Stockport Corporation Water Works, that Corporation doesn't appear to have had any connection with Toddbrook Reservoir.

Gerald England

Bugsworth Basin, Whaley Bridge

Bugsworth Basin is situated at the head of navigation of the Peak Forest Canal, in the village of Buxworth. The Basin was once the largest inland port on the narrow canal system; a busy interchange between tramway and canal where boats were loaded with limestone. Bugsworth Basin closed in 1927 and by the 1960s was dry and overgrown. In 1968 volunteers from the Inland Waterways Protection Society began restoration and Bugsworth Basin was finally re-opened to navigation in March 2005. Today it is unique as the only surviving canal and tramway interchange in the UK. It is recognised as an internationally important industrial heritage site, designated as a scheduled ancient monument and is protected under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Areas Act, 1979.

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Canal basin at Whaley Bridge

The basin is at the southern end of the short Whaley Bridge branch of the Peak Forest Canal.

Bill Boaden

Iron bridge over the River Goyt

This was once the route of the Cromford & High Peak Railway.

Bill Boaden

Outflow from Toddbrook Reservoir

The level of this reservoir has been kept much lower than normal since a national incident in August 2019 when the dam was in danger of breaking. Remedial works are now in course but will take several years to complete. The footpath across the dam has been closed.

Bill Boaden

Hurst Clough

The path on the left follows the clough up from Toddbrook Reservoir to Start Lane.

Bill Boaden

Field entrance off Start Lane

This point gives a view over the Todd Brook valley, with Taxal Edge climbing behind.

Bill Boaden

Rooftops by Start Lane

From here there is a view across the Todd Brook valley in the direction of Kettleshulme.

Bill Boaden

Grazing land by Walker Brow Farm

The land is mainly used for equestrianism. It is overlooking the valley of Todd Brook.

Bill Boaden

Macclesfield Road

The B5470 descends steadily towards Whaley Bridge. The valley ahead holds the River Goyt.

Bill Boaden

Footpath to Whaley Bridge

The route also incorporates part of the Midshires Way. The path has been diverted because of remedial works being undertaken around the Toddbrook Reservoir.

Bill Boaden

Path by the River Goyt

One of several paths in the Memorial Park which occupies much of the western side of the River Goyt in Whaley Bridge.

Bill Boaden

Scrubby grass at Horwich End

Randal Carr Brook flows to the left, shortly before meeting the River Goyt. The land here is not open to the public but does not appear to be being used.

Bill Boaden

Field above Whaley Bridge

Looking down from Old Road. The more major road, Buxton Road, runs in the bottom of the valley here. The centre of Whaley Bridge is off to the right.

Bill Boaden

Toddbrook Reservoir dam

About to be repaired. The current spillway that partially collapsed is to be grassed over as part of the repair work following the almost disastrous breach on 1st August 2019. A new spillway is to be constructed.

Chris Morgan

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Hawkhurst Head is located at Grid Ref: SJ9981 (Lat: 53.329812, Lng: -2.0035492)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: High Peak

Police Authority: Derbyshire