Bullhurst Hill

Hill, Mountain in Derbyshire Amber Valley

England

Bullhurst Hill

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

Bullhurst Hill, located in Derbyshire, England, is a prominent hill that offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Rising to an altitude of approximately 307 meters (1,007 feet), it is considered a significant landmark in the region. Bullhurst Hill is situated near the small village of Ashover, just a few miles northeast of Matlock.

As visitors ascend the hill, they are greeted with a diverse landscape comprising rolling green fields, charming woodlands, and picturesque valleys. The hill itself is covered in lush grass and scattered with rocky outcrops, adding to its natural beauty. Its elevated position provides an excellent vantage point to admire the undulating hills and valleys that stretch across Derbyshire.

Bullhurst Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering several walking trails and footpaths that crisscross its slopes. These paths are well-maintained and suitable for walkers of all abilities, allowing visitors to explore the area's natural wonders at their own pace. The hill's summit provides a perfect spot for picnics or simply to pause and take in the breathtaking views.

The hill also holds historical significance, with evidence of Iron Age settlements found in the vicinity. Additionally, Bullhurst Hill is part of a larger network of hills and ridges known as the Amber Valley Uplands, which are important for their ecological value and biodiversity.

Overall, Bullhurst Hill is a cherished natural landmark in Derbyshire, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the British countryside.

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Bullhurst Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.990261/-1.5726959 or Grid Reference SK2843. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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.
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.
Oil Seed Rape A field of oil seed rape makes a brilliant colour when set against the blue of a clear sky and the green of the edge of the wood.
Oil Seed Rape
A field of oil seed rape makes a brilliant colour when set against the blue of a clear sky and the green of the edge of the wood.
Cock Inn view The view down the valley from the far end of the Cock Inn car park. The inn has stood empty for years but has now undergone a substantial redevelopment into a fine eating place. It has well cared for ornamental gardens with seating around umbrelled tables for at least 40 people, a terrace under the roof extension seating 16 and tables for at least 50 inside on two floors. Almost all of the internal seating was in use with a few people outside on this quite pleasant but windy evening.
Cock Inn view
The view down the valley from the far end of the Cock Inn car park. The inn has stood empty for years but has now undergone a substantial redevelopment into a fine eating place. It has well cared for ornamental gardens with seating around umbrelled tables for at least 40 people, a terrace under the roof extension seating 16 and tables for at least 50 inside on two floors. Almost all of the internal seating was in use with a few people outside on this quite pleasant but windy evening.
The Cock Inn The restaurant of the Cock Inn is through the glass wall seen at the end of the two storey extension. The gardens with box hedges are to the left and right of the path and they have a variety of ornamental and flowering plants to improve the atmosphere.
The Cock Inn
The restaurant of the Cock Inn is through the glass wall seen at the end of the two storey extension. The gardens with box hedges are to the left and right of the path and they have a variety of ornamental and flowering plants to improve the atmosphere.
A minor road junction Looking at the junction of Bullhurst Lane (to Hulland) and Highfield Lane (which runs down to some farm houses along its length).  This is all just N of the Cock Inn Muggington. The inn has recently been renovated and brought back into use after standing derelict and empty for many years.
A minor road junction
Looking at the junction of Bullhurst Lane (to Hulland) and Highfield Lane (which runs down to some farm houses along its length). This is all just N of the Cock Inn Muggington. The inn has recently been renovated and brought back into use after standing derelict and empty for many years.
Mugginton: a pub car park with a view A long August-evening view due south across the distant Trent Valley to the hills of Leicestershire, South Derbyshire and South Staffordshire. The water tower at Winshill near Burton upon Trent is visible to the naked eye (but not in this  picture) on the skyline to the right.

After being derelict for a number of years The Cock Inn at Mugginton has recently been restored and much extended. Malcolm Neal had the same idea for a picture the month before: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5447450">SK2843 : Cock Inn view</a>.
Mugginton: a pub car park with a view
A long August-evening view due south across the distant Trent Valley to the hills of Leicestershire, South Derbyshire and South Staffordshire. The water tower at Winshill near Burton upon Trent is visible to the naked eye (but not in this picture) on the skyline to the right. After being derelict for a number of years The Cock Inn at Mugginton has recently been restored and much extended. Malcolm Neal had the same idea for a picture the month before: SK2843 : Cock Inn view.
Track off Burland Green Lane This track leads off Burland Green Lane on the edge of Weston Underwood.
Track off Burland Green Lane
This track leads off Burland Green Lane on the edge of Weston Underwood.
Burland Green Lane This is image is taken from just by the entrance to Ivy Green Farm, looking along the lane as it goes away from Weston Underwood.
Burland Green Lane
This is image is taken from just by the entrance to Ivy Green Farm, looking along the lane as it goes away from Weston Underwood.
The field by Burland Green Lane In late August almost all the fields in this area that were growing crops have already been harvested. This is quite early for this area.
The field by Burland Green Lane
In late August almost all the fields in this area that were growing crops have already been harvested. This is quite early for this area.
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.
Old Milepost in Weston Underwood Cast iron post by the UC road, in parish of Weston Underwood (Amber Valley District), Kedleston Road; just East of Weston Underwood village, on grass verge in front of hedge, on South side of road. Hulland iron casting, erected by the Wirksworth & Derby turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
: HULL.ND / WARD / 3 / MILES : : 132 / LONDON : : DERBY / 6 / MILES : : J. HAYWOOD JUNᴿ. / PHOENIX FOUNDRY/ DERBY :

Grade II listed.
List Entry Number: 1335383 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1335383" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1335383">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>

Milestone Society National ID: DE_DEHW06
Old Milepost in Weston Underwood
Cast iron post by the UC road, in parish of Weston Underwood (Amber Valley District), Kedleston Road; just East of Weston Underwood village, on grass verge in front of hedge, on South side of road. Hulland iron casting, erected by the Wirksworth & Derby turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : HULL.ND / WARD / 3 / MILES : : 132 / LONDON : : DERBY / 6 / MILES : : J. HAYWOOD JUNᴿ. / PHOENIX FOUNDRY/ DERBY : Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1335383 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: DE_DEHW06
Old Milepost north of Mugginton Cast iron post by the UC road, in parish of Weston Underwood (Amber Valley District), Bullhurst Lane, South East of the Cock PH, on grass verge in front of hedge, on West side of road. Hulland iron casting, erected by the Wirksworth & Derby turnpike trust in the 19th century. Top section broken off.

Inscription reads:-
: (HULL.ND / WARD) / 2 / MILES : : (133 / LONDON) : : (DERBY) / 7 / MILES : : J. HAYWOOD JUNᴿ. / PHOENIX FOUNDRY/ DERBY :

Grade II listed.
List Entry Number: 1233093 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1233093" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1233093">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>

Milestone Society National ID: DE_DEHW07
Old Milepost north of Mugginton
Cast iron post by the UC road, in parish of Weston Underwood (Amber Valley District), Bullhurst Lane, South East of the Cock PH, on grass verge in front of hedge, on West side of road. Hulland iron casting, erected by the Wirksworth & Derby turnpike trust in the 19th century. Top section broken off. Inscription reads:- : (HULL.ND / WARD) / 2 / MILES : : (133 / LONDON) : : (DERBY) / 7 / MILES : : J. HAYWOOD JUNᴿ. / PHOENIX FOUNDRY/ DERBY : Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1233093 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: DE_DEHW07
Old Milepost north of Muggintonlane End Cast iron post by the UC road, in parish of Hulland Ward (Derbyshire Dales District), Derby Lane; just South (down hill) from Common Farm, on grass verge in front of high hedge (not easily seen from North), on West side of road. Hulland iron casting, erected by the Wirksworth & Derby turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
: HULL.ND / WARD / 1 / MILE : : 134 / LONDON / HULLANDWARD : : DERBY / 8 / MILES : : J. HAYWOOD JUNᴿ. / PHOENIX FOUNDRY/ DERBY :

Grade II listed.
List Entry Number: 1109719 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1109719" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1109719">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>

Milestone Society National ID: DE_DEHW08
Old Milepost north of Muggintonlane End
Cast iron post by the UC road, in parish of Hulland Ward (Derbyshire Dales District), Derby Lane; just South (down hill) from Common Farm, on grass verge in front of high hedge (not easily seen from North), on West side of road. Hulland iron casting, erected by the Wirksworth & Derby turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : HULL.ND / WARD / 1 / MILE : : 134 / LONDON / HULLANDWARD : : DERBY / 8 / MILES : : J. HAYWOOD JUNᴿ. / PHOENIX FOUNDRY/ DERBY : Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1109719 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: DE_DEHW08
A bare looking field The grass or crops in this field are a little slow to get started judging by the amount of bare earth showing.
A bare looking field
The grass or crops in this field are a little slow to get started judging by the amount of bare earth showing.
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.
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Bullhurst Hill is located at Grid Ref: SK2843 (Lat: 52.990261, Lng: -1.5726959)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Amber Valley

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Ref: DE6 134
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Bus Stop
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Fixme: stile of gate?
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Place: farm
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Fixme: stile of gate?
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Fixme: stile of gate?
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