Anthony Hill

Hill, Mountain in Derbyshire High Peak

England

Anthony Hill

Minor road passing Thirkelow Rocks
Minor road passing Thirkelow Rocks Credit: Graham Hogg

Anthony Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Derbyshire, England. Standing at an elevation of 373 meters (1,224 feet), it is a notable geological feature of the area. The hill is situated near the village of Anthony, within the wider Peak District National Park.

The hill offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, with its summit providing panoramic vistas of the rolling hills and lush valleys that characterize the region. It is a popular destination for locals and tourists alike, attracting hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers who seek to capture its beauty.

Anthony Hill is known for its diverse flora and fauna, with various species of plants and wildlife calling it home. The hill is covered in patches of heather, grasses, and wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful display during the summer months.

In addition to its natural beauty, Anthony Hill also holds historical significance. It is believed to have been used as a site for ancient settlements, with archaeological evidence suggesting human activity dating back thousands of years. The hill is also dotted with remnants of old mining operations, serving as a reminder of the area's industrial past.

Overall, Anthony Hill is a picturesque and historically rich destination that offers visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural and cultural heritage of Derbyshire.

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Anthony Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.232984/-1.9319905 or Grid Reference SK0470. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Minor road passing Thirkelow Rocks
Minor road passing Thirkelow Rocks
Overlooking the A53 Leek - Buxton Road Evidence of the road having been straightened here.
Overlooking the A53 Leek - Buxton Road
Evidence of the road having been straightened here.
Footpath through trees On moorland near Turncliffe Common
Footpath through trees
On moorland near Turncliffe Common
Road below Thirkelow Rocks
Road below Thirkelow Rocks
Road below Thirkelow Rocks
Road below Thirkelow Rocks
A53 below Axe Edge
A53 below Axe Edge
Axe Edge Summit Looking Down On The A53
Axe Edge Summit Looking Down On The A53
The road on Axe Edge Generally the surface of the road is good but the few places where you can pull off the road are quite bad with potholes and lumps of tarmac.
The road on Axe Edge
Generally the surface of the road is good but the few places where you can pull off the road are quite bad with potholes and lumps of tarmac.
Near Leap Edge Not really very far from Buxton, but the area looks quite bleak.
Near Leap Edge
Not really very far from Buxton, but the area looks quite bleak.
Near Buxton Raceway The view is looking east with the Buxton Raceway to the north but not really visible from this spot.
Near Buxton Raceway
The view is looking east with the Buxton Raceway to the north but not really visible from this spot.
Thirkelow Hill Summit 451m / 1480ft Class TuMP 

The Peak on the left, just poking out is Chrome Hill and Hollins Hill Next to it.

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Thirkelow Hill Summit 451m / 1480ft
Class TuMP The Peak on the left, just poking out is Chrome Hill and Hollins Hill Next to it. LinkExternal link
New Friends It's always good to make new friends when out walking . These were a tad boisterous...
New Friends
It's always good to make new friends when out walking . These were a tad boisterous...
Axe Edge Trig Point Even on this December day, the summit was warm enough for a leisurely lunch stop. A cold air inversion covers much of the Peak District.
Axe Edge Trig Point
Even on this December day, the summit was warm enough for a leisurely lunch stop. A cold air inversion covers much of the Peak District.
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Solomon's Temple
Also known as Grinlow Tower. LinkExternal link
Path below an outcrop of limestone rock On Grin Low between Solomon's Temple and Grin Low Road
Path below an outcrop of limestone rock
On Grin Low between Solomon's Temple and Grin Low Road
Almost dry valley below Harpur Hill Very little  water in this unnamed stream which flows into the River Wye a little way to the north.
Almost dry valley below Harpur Hill
Very little water in this unnamed stream which flows into the River Wye a little way to the north.
Broken drystone wall  Beside an abandoned railway alignment to the south west of Harpur Hill
Broken drystone wall
Beside an abandoned railway alignment to the south west of Harpur Hill
Road on a former railway alignment Originally part of the Cromford and High Peak Railway it is now a link road between sites in the Health and Safety Executive testing area.
Road on a former railway alignment
Originally part of the Cromford and High Peak Railway it is now a link road between sites in the Health and Safety Executive testing area.
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Anthony Hill is located at Grid Ref: SK0470 (Lat: 53.232984, Lng: -1.9319905)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: High Peak

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.232984,-1.9319905
Anthony Hill
Natural: peak
Source: NPE
Lat/Long: 53.2327139/-1.931826
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 53.2305674/-1.9325533
Railway: buffer_stop
Lat/Long: 53.228588/-1.9321668
Railway: buffer_stop
Lat/Long: 53.2310775/-1.9339136
Railway: buffer_stop
Lat/Long: 53.2286507/-1.9320998
Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 53.2295292/-1.9334698
Railway: buffer_stop
Lat/Long: 53.2287582/-1.9321507
Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 53.2291869/-1.9331297
Archaeological Site: tumulus
Heritage: yes
Historic: archaeological_site
Wikidata: Q17650289
Lat/Long: 53.2329272/-1.931824
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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