Marks Hill

Hill, Mountain in Derbyshire Amber Valley

England

Marks Hill

Sitwell Arms Sitwell Arms Public House, Horsley Woodhouse/Woodside, Derbyshire. SK397441
Sitwell Arms Credit: Rob Bradford

Marks Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Derbyshire, England. Situated in the southern part of the Peak District National Park, it stands at an elevation of approximately 335 meters (1,099 feet) above sea level. The hill is part of a range of undulating hills that offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Marks Hill is covered in lush green vegetation, with a mixture of grasses, heather, and scattered shrubs adorning its slopes. The hill's terrain is relatively gentle, making it accessible to hikers and nature enthusiasts of all abilities. A network of footpaths and trails crisscross the area, allowing visitors to explore the hill and appreciate its natural beauty at their own pace.

From the summit of Marks Hill, visitors are treated to panoramic views of the rolling hills and valleys that define the Derbyshire landscape. On clear days, it is possible to spot notable landmarks such as the nearby Carsington Water reservoir and the distant Pennine Mountains.

The hill is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with a variety of bird species, small mammals, and butterflies making their homes here. It is not uncommon to see grazing sheep or wild ponies on the hillside, adding to its rural charm.

Marks Hill is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and picnicking. Its serene and tranquil setting provides an ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life, offering visitors the opportunity to reconnect with nature in a beautiful and unspoiled environment.

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Marks Hill Images

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Sitwell Arms Sitwell Arms Public House, Horsley Woodhouse/Woodside, Derbyshire. SK397441
Sitwell Arms
Sitwell Arms Public House, Horsley Woodhouse/Woodside, Derbyshire. SK397441
St Clements Church, Horsley St Clement's Church, Horsley, Derbyshire. SK375445
St Clements Church, Horsley
St Clement's Church, Horsley, Derbyshire. SK375445
Coxbench Station and level crossing Coxbench Station (now residential property) and level crossing on road junction requiring 3 roads to be closed at the same time. Line now disused.
Coxbench Station and level crossing
Coxbench Station (now residential property) and level crossing on road junction requiring 3 roads to be closed at the same time. Line now disused.
B6179 junction with road to Holbrook, A38 flyover Road Junction of B6179 (running left to right) with road from Coxbench (other side of A38 flyover) to Holbrook Station (now residential property, and out of shot behind photographer).
B6179 junction with road to Holbrook, A38 flyover
Road Junction of B6179 (running left to right) with road from Coxbench (other side of A38 flyover) to Holbrook Station (now residential property, and out of shot behind photographer).
Drum Hill Reservoir Drum Hill Reservoir (SK373420) taken from Morley Lane.
Drum Hill Reservoir
Drum Hill Reservoir (SK373420) taken from Morley Lane.
Morley Smithy Morley Smithy, road junction with Brick Kiln Lane and the A608 Derby to Heanor Road. The Three Horse Shoes public House is also plainly visible.
Morley Smithy
Morley Smithy, road junction with Brick Kiln Lane and the A608 Derby to Heanor Road. The Three Horse Shoes public House is also plainly visible.
Coach and Horses, Horsley Also road junction of Horsley Road (Front to right of picture) and Smalley Mill Road (dropping away to the left). Horsley, Derbyshire.
Coach and Horses, Horsley
Also road junction of Horsley Road (Front to right of picture) and Smalley Mill Road (dropping away to the left). Horsley, Derbyshire.
Horsley Woodhouse Post Office Horsley Woodhouse Post Office, A609, Horsley Woodhouse, Derbyshire, opposite the Central Methodist Church.
Horsley Woodhouse Post Office
Horsley Woodhouse Post Office, A609, Horsley Woodhouse, Derbyshire, opposite the Central Methodist Church.
Horsley Woodhouse Central Methodist Church Horsley Woodhouse Central Methodist Church, opposite Post Office, A609, Horsley Woodhouse, Derbyshire.
Horsley Woodhouse Central Methodist Church
Horsley Woodhouse Central Methodist Church, opposite Post Office, A609, Horsley Woodhouse, Derbyshire.
Horsley Woodhouse Church Horsley Woodhouse Church, A609, Horsley Woodhouse, Derbyshire SK396448
Horsley Woodhouse Church
Horsley Woodhouse Church, A609, Horsley Woodhouse, Derbyshire SK396448
Cloves Hill, Morley This view from near the top of Cloves Hill is towards Smalley.
Cloves Hill, Morley
This view from near the top of Cloves Hill is towards Smalley.
Breadsall Priory Breadsall Priory is now a hotel and leisure complex. The most famous resident of Breadsall Priory was the poet, physician and scientist Erasmus Darwin, who lived there for a short time until his death in 1802. Grandfather of Charles Darwin, Erasmus is one of the most remarkable and internationally important figures of the 18th century and is buried in Breadsall church.

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Breadsall Priory
Breadsall Priory is now a hotel and leisure complex. The most famous resident of Breadsall Priory was the poet, physician and scientist Erasmus Darwin, who lived there for a short time until his death in 1802. Grandfather of Charles Darwin, Erasmus is one of the most remarkable and internationally important figures of the 18th century and is buried in Breadsall church. LinkExternal link
Breadsall Priory Breadsall Priory is now a hotel and leisure complex. The most famous resident of Breadsall Priory was the poet, physician and scientist Erasmus Darwin, who lived there for a short time until his death in 1802. Grandfather of Charles Darwin, Erasmus is one of the most remarkable and internationally important figures of the 18th century and is buried in Breadsall church.
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Breadsall Priory
Breadsall Priory is now a hotel and leisure complex. The most famous resident of Breadsall Priory was the poet, physician and scientist Erasmus Darwin, who lived there for a short time until his death in 1802. Grandfather of Charles Darwin, Erasmus is one of the most remarkable and internationally important figures of the 18th century and is buried in Breadsall church. LinkExternal link
Brackely Gate Road Junction
Brackely Gate Road Junction
Horsley Lodge Golf Club Horsley Lodge golf centre and restaurant - yet another example of a farm and farmland being converted to leisure usage.
Horsley Lodge Golf Club
Horsley Lodge golf centre and restaurant - yet another example of a farm and farmland being converted to leisure usage.
Woodside Road Junction
Woodside Road Junction
Overgrown Remains of Horsley Castle Very little remains of the ruins of Horsley Castle, it is also extremely overgrown, taken on the Boxing Day walk led by the Shipley Park Ranger Service.
Fact or fiction; three items of discussion about the castle were, the stonework had been taken to construct Kedleston Hall, there is an underground tunnel back to Horsley and finally Dick Turpin was born here!
Overgrown Remains of Horsley Castle
Very little remains of the ruins of Horsley Castle, it is also extremely overgrown, taken on the Boxing Day walk led by the Shipley Park Ranger Service. Fact or fiction; three items of discussion about the castle were, the stonework had been taken to construct Kedleston Hall, there is an underground tunnel back to Horsley and finally Dick Turpin was born here!
Horsley Castle Rampart. The steep embankment on the south side of Horsley Castle,the ranger leading the walk can just be seen.
Horsley Castle Rampart.
The steep embankment on the south side of Horsley Castle,the ranger leading the walk can just be seen.
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Marks Hill is located at Grid Ref: SK3843 (Lat: 52.984427, Lng: -1.4252464)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Amber Valley

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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