Carder Low

Hill, Mountain in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Carder Low

Cutting on the Tissington Trail This view from the Long Rake shows the depth of the cutting more clearly than photos taken within it such as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3463808">SK1463 : Tissington Trail cutting from the High Peak Trail</a>. Any deeper, or with tougher geology than the limestone, and they would probably have tunnelled it. — Cutting on the Tissington Trail Credit: Stephen Craven

Carder Low is a prominent hill located in the county of Derbyshire, England. Situated in the Peak District National Park, it forms part of the White Peak area, known for its picturesque landscapes and limestone formations. Standing at an elevation of approximately 475 meters (1,560 feet), Carder Low offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is characterized by its gently sloping sides, covered in lush green grass and scattered with patches of heather and bracken. It is primarily composed of limestone, which gives it a distinct pale appearance. Carder Low is home to a rich variety of plant and animal species, including rare orchids, birds, and insects, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

The summit of Carder Low provides panoramic views of the neighboring hills and dales, with the prominent Tissington Trail passing nearby. The trail, a former railway line, is now a popular route for walkers, cyclists, and horse riders, offering easy access to Carder Low.

The hill is also steeped in history, with evidence of human activity dating back to prehistoric times. Archaeological finds in the area suggest that Carder Low was once used as a burial site during the Bronze Age.

Overall, Carder Low is a stunning natural landmark in Derbyshire, boasting scenic beauty, diverse wildlife, and a rich cultural heritage. Its accessibility and proximity to the Peak District National Park make it a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil escape in nature.

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Carder Low Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.160675/-1.8069229 or Grid Reference SK1362. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cutting on the Tissington Trail This view from the Long Rake shows the depth of the cutting more clearly than photos taken within it such as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3463808">SK1463 : Tissington Trail cutting from the High Peak Trail</a>. Any deeper, or with tougher geology than the limestone, and they would probably have tunnelled it.

Cutting on the Tissington Trail

This view from the Long Rake shows the depth of the cutting more clearly than photos taken within it such as SK1463 : Tissington Trail cutting from the High Peak Trail. Any deeper, or with tougher geology than the limestone, and they would probably have tunnelled it.

Parsley Hay visitor centre A popular starting point for walks and cycle rides on the High Peak Trail and surrounding countryside, the building at the end of the car park is on the site of former railway sidings (not the station itself, which was about 150 metres further south) and hosts toilets, a cafe, shop and bike hire facility.

Parsley Hay visitor centre

A popular starting point for walks and cycle rides on the High Peak Trail and surrounding countryside, the building at the end of the car park is on the site of former railway sidings (not the station itself, which was about 150 metres further south) and hosts toilets, a cafe, shop and bike hire facility.

Darley Farm camp site The field has no facilities, so while caravanners may be self-contained, I presume campers are provided with water, toilet and washing facilities at the farm itself.

Darley Farm camp site

The field has no facilities, so while caravanners may be self-contained, I presume campers are provided with water, toilet and washing facilities at the farm itself.

Darley Farm viewed from the High Peak Trail The hill in the background is Sheen Hill in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SK1162">SK1162</a>.

Darley Farm viewed from the High Peak Trail

The hill in the background is Sheen Hill in SK1162.

Kazun by the High Peak Trail A Kazun is (according to an information board on site) a Croatian style of stone building with a corbelled roof. This one was given by Croatia to the UK to mark the country&#039;s accession to the European Union in 2013. Fortunately, they didn&#039;t ask for it back when we left. More detail at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5494995">SK1463 : Croatian round-house on the Tissington Trail, near Parsley Hay</a>.

Kazun by the High Peak Trail

A Kazun is (according to an information board on site) a Croatian style of stone building with a corbelled roof. This one was given by Croatia to the UK to mark the country's accession to the European Union in 2013. Fortunately, they didn't ask for it back when we left. More detail at SK1463 : Croatian round-house on the Tissington Trail, near Parsley Hay.

Inside a Kazun This view shows the corbelled dry stone construction of the roof. For context see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6939279">SK1463 : Kazun by the High Peak Trail</a>.

Inside a Kazun

This view shows the corbelled dry stone construction of the roof. For context see SK1463 : Kazun by the High Peak Trail.

View from a Kazun A cyclist on the High Peak Trail passes the building shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6939279">SK1463 : Kazun by the High Peak Trail</a>.

View from a Kazun

A cyclist on the High Peak Trail passes the building shown in SK1463 : Kazun by the High Peak Trail.

Plaque to Professor Nenad Bicanic The professor died in 2016, three years after construction of the building that bears his name. For context see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6939279">SK1463 : Kazun by the High Peak Trail</a>.

Plaque to Professor Nenad Bicanic

The professor died in 2016, three years after construction of the building that bears his name. For context see SK1463 : Kazun by the High Peak Trail.

Harebells by the High Peak Trail The verges of this trail, and of country lanes in the same area, had as large a variety of wildflowers than I have seen anywhere.

Harebells by the High Peak Trail

The verges of this trail, and of country lanes in the same area, had as large a variety of wildflowers than I have seen anywhere.

Footpath to Darley Farm A path that connects several farms in the area, where it crosses the High Peak Trail.

Footpath to Darley Farm

A path that connects several farms in the area, where it crosses the High Peak Trail.

Moscar Farm Shown on older maps as Parsley Hay Farm, a name that has transferred to the nearby visitor centre. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6290031">SK1464 : Moscar Farm</a> for a closer view.

Moscar Farm

Shown on older maps as Parsley Hay Farm, a name that has transferred to the nearby visitor centre. See SK1464 : Moscar Farm for a closer view.

Custard Fields Farm from the High Peak Trail A curious name for a farm, but not new: a genealogy site has the burial register for a resident of the farm in 1856. It appears to be a beef farm judging by the cattle in nearby fields.

Custard Fields Farm from the High Peak Trail

A curious name for a farm, but not new: a genealogy site has the burial register for a resident of the farm in 1856. It appears to be a beef farm judging by the cattle in nearby fields.

Limestone scenery in Long Dale The limestone outcrop beyond the bend in the road is called Vincent Knoll and has a bowl barrow (bronze age burial mound) on top of it, although as the barrow only survives to a height of less than one metre, it is not noticeable from this distance.

Limestone scenery in Long Dale

The limestone outcrop beyond the bend in the road is called Vincent Knoll and has a bowl barrow (bronze age burial mound) on top of it, although as the barrow only survives to a height of less than one metre, it is not noticeable from this distance.

Beef cattle at Custard Fields Farm Seen from the High Peak Trail.

Beef cattle at Custard Fields Farm

Seen from the High Peak Trail.

Embankment on the High Peak Trail The trail follows the route of a former railway, with its cuttings and embankments.

Embankment on the High Peak Trail

The trail follows the route of a former railway, with its cuttings and embankments.

Original railway alignment below Cotesfield Farm The 1880 map shows this as the route of the Cormford and High Peak Railway. It had a curve of less than 100 metres radius a little further on, presumably acceptable for a horse-drawn mineral line with short wheelbase wagons as built in 1831, but very tight for later steam operation. On the 1898 map, by which time the line was being operated by the London and North Western Railway, a smoother curve had been built - now the High Peak Trail. The section of the old alignment shown here is now part of the access road to Cotesfield Farm. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5540494">SK1364 : Former railway route at Cotesfield Farm</a>.

Original railway alignment below Cotesfield Farm

The 1880 map shows this as the route of the Cormford and High Peak Railway. It had a curve of less than 100 metres radius a little further on, presumably acceptable for a horse-drawn mineral line with short wheelbase wagons as built in 1831, but very tight for later steam operation. On the 1898 map, by which time the line was being operated by the London and North Western Railway, a smoother curve had been built - now the High Peak Trail. The section of the old alignment shown here is now part of the access road to Cotesfield Farm. See also SK1364 : Former railway route at Cotesfield Farm.

Accommodation bridge for Cotesfield Farm This bridge only carries farm traffic to a field isolated between the original and later alignments of the railway.

Accommodation bridge for Cotesfield Farm

This bridge only carries farm traffic to a field isolated between the original and later alignments of the railway.

Mosey Low A small hill on the west side of Long Dale.

Mosey Low

A small hill on the west side of Long Dale.

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Carder Low is located at Grid Ref: SK1362 (Lat: 53.160675, Lng: -1.8069229)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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Located within 500m of 53.160675,-1.8069229

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

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Stile: stepover

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Barrier: entrance

Source: survey;gps

Lat/Long: 53.1581001/-1.8047439

Barrier: entrance

Source: survey;gps

Lat/Long: 53.1581856/-1.8066222

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

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Lat/Long: 53.158599/-1.8030323

Barrier: entrance

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Carder Low

Ele: 380

Natural: peak

Source: https://www.hill-bagging.co.uk/mountaindetails.php?qu=S&rf=16574

Lat/Long: 53.1606684/-1.8070413

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

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