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Broad Law

Hill, Mountain in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Broad Law

Bretton Clough The trees planted about 8 years ago have naturally grown. See an older photo by Peter Barr <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3791331">SK2078 : Bretton Clough</a>. The tree guards were left in place but hundreds were unofficially removed by volunteers taking Covid lockdown exercise in 2020/21. The plastic was removed and disposed of responsibly.
Bretton Clough Credit: Graham Cole

Broad Law is a prominent hill located in Derbyshire, England. It is part of the Peak District National Park and is situated near the village of Tideswell. With an elevation of 571 meters (1,873 feet), it is considered one of the highest points in the county.

The hill offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby White Peak and Dark Peak areas. On a clear day, visitors can enjoy vistas stretching as far as the eye can see, with rolling hills, lush green meadows, and picturesque valleys. The landscape is dotted with dry stone walls and scattered with sheep, adding to the rural charm.

Broad Law is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a range of activities such as hiking, walking, and birdwatching. There are several well-marked trails that lead to the summit, allowing visitors to explore the area's natural beauty at their own pace. The hill is also a haven for wildlife, with a variety of bird species, including peregrine falcons and buzzards, frequently spotted in the area.

For those interested in history, Broad Law has associations with the region's mining past. Remnants of old lead mines can be found in the vicinity, providing a glimpse into the area's industrial heritage.

Overall, Broad Law offers a tranquil escape into nature, with its stunning views, diverse flora and fauna, and opportunities for outdoor activities, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and adventurers alike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.296691/-1.6834024 or Grid Reference SK2177. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bretton Clough The trees planted about 8 years ago have naturally grown. See an older photo by Peter Barr <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3791331">SK2078 : Bretton Clough</a>. The tree guards were left in place but hundreds were unofficially removed by volunteers taking Covid lockdown exercise in 2020/21. The plastic was removed and disposed of responsibly.
Bretton Clough
The trees planted about 8 years ago have naturally grown. See an older photo by Peter Barr SK2078 : Bretton Clough. The tree guards were left in place but hundreds were unofficially removed by volunteers taking Covid lockdown exercise in 2020/21. The plastic was removed and disposed of responsibly.
Sir William Hill trig
Sir William Hill trig
Eyam Post Office
Eyam Post Office
St Lawrence Parish Church and War Memorial
St Lawrence Parish Church and War Memorial
Saxon Cross in Eyam Churchyard. Early 9th Century Pevsner states that it is notable for the survival of the cross head, unfortunately the top two feet or so of the shaft are missing
Saxon Cross in Eyam Churchyard. Early 9th Century
Pevsner states that it is notable for the survival of the cross head, unfortunately the top two feet or so of the shaft are missing
Church of St Lawrence Grade II* listed parish church dating from the 13th century. The church contains several items relating to the plague of 1665-6 for which the village of Eyam is famous, notably the Plague Register listing the 260 people who died during the 14 months of the plague.
Church of St Lawrence
Grade II* listed parish church dating from the 13th century. The church contains several items relating to the plague of 1665-6 for which the village of Eyam is famous, notably the Plague Register listing the 260 people who died during the 14 months of the plague.
Celtic Cross in Eyam churchyard The cross is believed to date from the 8th century
Celtic Cross in Eyam churchyard
The cross is believed to date from the 8th century
Highfield Belt Highfield Belt is a narrow belt of woodland which has been here since at least 1842, when the Ordnance Survey First Series map was surveyed. It partially encircles the remains of Broadlow Lead Mine.
Highfield Belt
Highfield Belt is a narrow belt of woodland which has been here since at least 1842, when the Ordnance Survey First Series map was surveyed. It partially encircles the remains of Broadlow Lead Mine.
Top Twelve Meers' Mine The remains of one of many former lead mines in the area. Marked on some maps as "Twelve Meers' Mine" but known as "Top" to distinguish it from "Old Twelve Meers' Mine", which was nearby. A meer was a unit of length of 29, 31 or 32 yards, depending on the time and place, used in the Derbyshire lead mining industry.
Top Twelve Meers' Mine
The remains of one of many former lead mines in the area. Marked on some maps as "Twelve Meers' Mine" but known as "Top" to distinguish it from "Old Twelve Meers' Mine", which was nearby. A meer was a unit of length of 29, 31 or 32 yards, depending on the time and place, used in the Derbyshire lead mining industry.
Replanting Big Moor Plantation Until recently, "Big Moor Plantation" was a meaningless label for a largely empty field. This has now been rectified with the planting of new saplings.
Replanting Big Moor Plantation
Until recently, "Big Moor Plantation" was a meaningless label for a largely empty field. This has now been rectified with the planting of new saplings.
Confluence of two brooks Just below the bridges at Stoke Ford, Bretton Brook merges with the stream in Abney Clough and becomes Highlow Brook.
Confluence of two brooks
Just below the bridges at Stoke Ford, Bretton Brook merges with the stream in Abney Clough and becomes Highlow Brook.
Eyam Mechanics Institute and Village Hall Built as the Mechanics Institute to provide a range of adult education opportunities and now as the Village Hall caters for a wide range of community events
Eyam Mechanics Institute and Village Hall
Built as the Mechanics Institute to provide a range of adult education opportunities and now as the Village Hall caters for a wide range of community events
Road between two woods An unnamed minor road with Mill Wood to the left and Oaks Wood to the right.
Road between two woods
An unnamed minor road with Mill Wood to the left and Oaks Wood to the right.
Eyam, St Lawrence
Eyam, St Lawrence
Aspen trees and suckers This valley has a surprising concentration of aspen trees in a few places. There are very many suckers (clone shoots on tree roots) in the foreground which possibly owe their survival to a reduction in sheep grazing in recent years. The three tall trees are all aspens and perhaps grew up from suckers of a much older tree.
Aspen trees and suckers
This valley has a surprising concentration of aspen trees in a few places. There are very many suckers (clone shoots on tree roots) in the foreground which possibly owe their survival to a reduction in sheep grazing in recent years. The three tall trees are all aspens and perhaps grew up from suckers of a much older tree.
Eyam Post Office Eyam is a village in the Peak District National Park. The village is noted for an outbreak of bubonic plague which occurred there in 1665, in which the villagers chose to isolate themselves rather than let the infection spread. The present village was founded and named by Anglo-Saxons, although lead had been mined in the area by the Romans. Formerly industrial, its economy now relies on the tourist trade and it is promoted as 'the plague village'. Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eyam" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eyam">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Eyam Post Office
Eyam is a village in the Peak District National Park. The village is noted for an outbreak of bubonic plague which occurred there in 1665, in which the villagers chose to isolate themselves rather than let the infection spread. The present village was founded and named by Anglo-Saxons, although lead had been mined in the area by the Romans. Formerly industrial, its economy now relies on the tourist trade and it is promoted as 'the plague village'. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
The "Plague Museum", Eyam Eyam Museum, or as it is locally known "Eyam Plague Museum", opened in April 1994. Its galleries present the history of Eyam since prehistoric times, with a special emphasis on the Plague that struck Eyam, known as the Eyam Plague, in 1665.
The "Plague Museum", Eyam
Eyam Museum, or as it is locally known "Eyam Plague Museum", opened in April 1994. Its galleries present the history of Eyam since prehistoric times, with a special emphasis on the Plague that struck Eyam, known as the Eyam Plague, in 1665.
The Plague Doctor Eyam Museum, or as it is locally known "Eyam Plague Museum", opened in April 1994. Its galleries present the history of Eyam since prehistoric times, with a special emphasis on the Plague that struck Eyam, known as the Eyam Plague, in 1665. One of the exhibits is a "plague doctor's" costume. The mask would have been filled with sweet-smelling herbs, scents or flowers which were thought to give protection from the plague. For the same reason, many people carried posies or pomanders stuffed with perfumes or spices.
The Plague Doctor
Eyam Museum, or as it is locally known "Eyam Plague Museum", opened in April 1994. Its galleries present the history of Eyam since prehistoric times, with a special emphasis on the Plague that struck Eyam, known as the Eyam Plague, in 1665. One of the exhibits is a "plague doctor's" costume. The mask would have been filled with sweet-smelling herbs, scents or flowers which were thought to give protection from the plague. For the same reason, many people carried posies or pomanders stuffed with perfumes or spices.
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Broad Law is located at Grid Ref: SK2177 (Lat: 53.296691, Lng: -1.6834024)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

What 3 Words

///poker.messy.hamper. Near Hathersage, Derbyshire

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Sir William Hill
Ele: 429
Man Made: survey_point
Natural: peak
Ref: S4148
Tpuk Ref: TP5986
Lat/Long: 53.2975529/-1.6783355
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Parking
Access: yes
Capacity: 8
Ele: 397
Fee: no
Lat/Long: 53.2957961/-1.6862206
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Barrier: stile
Material: stone
Source: survey;gps
Stile: squeezer
Lat/Long: 53.2931582/-1.6849398
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Barrier: stile
Material: wood
Source: survey;gps
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 53.2936618/-1.6851404
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Man Made: tower
Lat/Long: 53.2962865/-1.6778498
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Barrier: stile
Material: wood
Source: survey;gps
Stile: ladder
Lat/Long: 53.2978746/-1.6902181
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Watering Place
Lat/Long: 53.2936408/-1.6805922
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Barrier: stile
Foot: yes
Material: wood
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 53.2971349/-1.6784787
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Bench
Backrest: no
Lat/Long: 53.2931121/-1.6844939
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Direction: 157
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 53.2931099/-1.6844533
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