Chapel Hill

Hill, Mountain in Derbyshire Amber Valley

England

Chapel Hill

Birch Wood The wood is on the east bank of the River Derwent south of Hollywood
Birch Wood Credit: Eirian Evans

Chapel Hill is a prominent hill located in Derbyshire, England. Rising to an elevation of approximately 1,000 feet (305 meters), it is part of the Peak District National Park and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Situated near the village of Chapel-en-le-Frith, Chapel Hill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The hill is characterized by its rolling green slopes and is often covered in heather and grasses, creating a picturesque landscape throughout the year.

The hill's name is derived from the presence of a small chapel, known as the Chapel of St. Thomas Becket, which was built on its summit during medieval times. Although the chapel is long gone, its ruins and the remnants of a stone cross are still visible, adding to the historical charm of the area.

Chapel Hill is a haven for hikers, walkers, and cyclists, with several trails and paths crisscrossing its slopes. The most popular route to the summit is a well-marked footpath that leads from Chapel-en-le-Frith, offering a moderate but rewarding ascent.

At the top of Chapel Hill, visitors are rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, including the rolling hills and valleys of the Peak District, and on clear days, even glimpses of the distant cities of Manchester and Sheffield.

Overall, Chapel Hill is a delightful destination for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Its idyllic beauty and rich historical significance make it a must-visit location within Derbyshire's stunning landscape.

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Chapel Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.077333/-1.525874 or Grid Reference SK3153. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Birch Wood The wood is on the east bank of the River Derwent south of Hollywood
Birch Wood
The wood is on the east bank of the River Derwent south of Hollywood
Derby bound service arriving at Whatstandwell Station
Derby bound service arriving at Whatstandwell Station
Whatstandwell railway station A class 170 Turbostar diesel multiple unit operated by East Midlands Railway is departing for Matlock.
Whatstandwell railway station
A class 170 Turbostar diesel multiple unit operated by East Midlands Railway is departing for Matlock.
EMR Class 170 to Matlock at Whatstandwell 170531 but it's not clear on this picture, or the next 2, but is on the one after as it goes under the bridge. Engine vibration?
EMR Class 170 to Matlock at Whatstandwell
170531 but it's not clear on this picture, or the next 2, but is on the one after as it goes under the bridge. Engine vibration?
Wigwell Mill Wigwell Mill or Wigwell Grange Mill is documented from the 17th century but may be much older. It ceased to be a corn mill towards the end of the 19th century and, since then, the buildings on the site have been much altered, so that not much of the originals now remains.
Wigwell Mill
Wigwell Mill or Wigwell Grange Mill is documented from the 17th century but may be much older. It ceased to be a corn mill towards the end of the 19th century and, since then, the buildings on the site have been much altered, so that not much of the originals now remains.
Mill Coppice A stand of trees at Wigwell Mill, the former buildings of which are in the background, on the left.
Mill Coppice
A stand of trees at Wigwell Mill, the former buildings of which are in the background, on the left.
Woodstock Plantation
Woodstock Plantation
Ruined farm building A small ruin on Wirksworth Moor, marked as an unlabelled rectangle on old maps.
Ruined farm building
A small ruin on Wirksworth Moor, marked as an unlabelled rectangle on old maps.
Woodland Footpath A small footbridge over the stream in Peat Pits Wood.
Woodland Footpath
A small footbridge over the stream in Peat Pits Wood.
Coloured stones There appear to be green algae on some of the stones in the stream.
Coloured stones
There appear to be green algae on some of the stones in the stream.
Downstream Looking downstream on Peat Pits Brook.
Downstream
Looking downstream on Peat Pits Brook.
Upstream Looking upstream on Peat Pits Brook.
Upstream
Looking upstream on Peat Pits Brook.
Peat Pits Woodland Looking Northwest on the track in Peat Pits Wood.
Peat Pits Woodland
Looking Northwest on the track in Peat Pits Wood.
Peat Pits Woodland 2 Looking southeast on the woodland path.
Peat Pits Woodland 2
Looking southeast on the woodland path.
Peat Pits Woodland 3 Going deeper into Peat Pits Woodland in an eastern direction.
Peat Pits Woodland 3
Going deeper into Peat Pits Woodland in an eastern direction.
Tree stump A recently felled Larch tree stump.
Tree stump
A recently felled Larch tree stump.
Spindly Tree A very thin and spindly tree dropping over the path.
Spindly Tree
A very thin and spindly tree dropping over the path.
Woodland Clearing Trees have been felled several years ago, with bracken and other woodland plant growing amongst  the scrub trees.
Woodland Clearing
Trees have been felled several years ago, with bracken and other woodland plant growing amongst the scrub trees.
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Chapel Hill is located at Grid Ref: SK3153 (Lat: 53.077333, Lng: -1.525874)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Amber Valley

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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