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Bray Clough

Valley in Derbyshire High Peak

England

Bray Clough

The Pennine Way near Mill Hill
The Pennine Way near Mill Hill Credit: Dave Kelly

Bray Clough, located in Derbyshire, England, is a picturesque valley renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil surroundings. Situated within the Peak District National Park, this idyllic area offers visitors an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The valley is characterized by its lush greenery, rolling hills, and meandering streams, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The surrounding landscape is dotted with dense woodlands, providing a diverse ecosystem that is home to a variety of flora and fauna.

Bray Clough is intersected by several walking trails, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its stunning scenery. The most popular route is the circular walk, which takes visitors through the heart of the valley, allowing them to fully immerse themselves in its natural splendor. Along the way, hikers can admire the babbling brooks, cascading waterfalls, and panoramic views of the surrounding moorland.

For those seeking a more leisurely experience, Bray Clough also offers picnic areas where visitors can relax and enjoy a peaceful lunch amidst the serene surroundings. The valley is also a popular spot for birdwatching due to the diverse range of avian species that inhabit the area.

In addition to its natural attractions, Bray Clough is also home to a small village that exudes old-world charm. The village features traditional stone cottages, a quaint church, and a handful of local shops and cafes, providing visitors with a glimpse into rural English life.

Overall, Bray Clough in Derbyshire is a hidden gem, offering visitors a chance to escape into a world of natural beauty and tranquility.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.424016/-1.9249757 or Grid Reference SK0591. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Pennine Way near Mill Hill
The Pennine Way near Mill Hill
The Pennine Way near Bakestone Delph Clough
The Pennine Way near Bakestone Delph Clough
The Pennine Way near Moss Castle
The Pennine Way near Moss Castle
View from Harry Hut The view direction given may be out by 90°. I have gone with what I typed into my phone's notebook, though it could be SouthEast - geographing would be a lot easier if 'w' and 'e' weren't right next to each other on the keyboard I often think! Sitting amongst lots of pretty purple heather, the hill itself is fairly unremarkable apart from the trig pillar; it's more of a bump on a plateau shared with Burnt Hill, which is due South, before the land slowly rises again to the East. Its name is pretty good though, and nobody seems to have a clue where it comes from. If there was a hut here once - which is surely the most logical explanation - should it not have been called 'Harry's Hut'? The answer will no doubt be in an old book somewhere. The trig point's height is 441 metres. All four sight-holes at the base are still there, which is fairly unusual, but on the other hand the bit in the middle of the top mounting plate has been concreted over.
View from Harry Hut
The view direction given may be out by 90°. I have gone with what I typed into my phone's notebook, though it could be SouthEast - geographing would be a lot easier if 'w' and 'e' weren't right next to each other on the keyboard I often think! Sitting amongst lots of pretty purple heather, the hill itself is fairly unremarkable apart from the trig pillar; it's more of a bump on a plateau shared with Burnt Hill, which is due South, before the land slowly rises again to the East. Its name is pretty good though, and nobody seems to have a clue where it comes from. If there was a hut here once - which is surely the most logical explanation - should it not have been called 'Harry's Hut'? The answer will no doubt be in an old book somewhere. The trig point's height is 441 metres. All four sight-holes at the base are still there, which is fairly unusual, but on the other hand the bit in the middle of the top mounting plate has been concreted over.
Old Wayside Cross on Carr House Lane, Glossop Carr House Lane Cross, a cross incised in a carved stone beside the footpath called Carr House Lane from Cliffe Road in Glossop to Derbyshire Level. Read N. T Sharpe (2002), Crosses of the Peak District and <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://glossopcuriosities.wordpress.com/2017/12/01/carr-house-lane-stone/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://glossopcuriosities.wordpress.com/2017/12/01/carr-house-lane-stone/">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: DEHP_GLO04
Old Wayside Cross on Carr House Lane, Glossop
Carr House Lane Cross, a cross incised in a carved stone beside the footpath called Carr House Lane from Cliffe Road in Glossop to Derbyshire Level. Read N. T Sharpe (2002), Crosses of the Peak District and LinkExternal link. Milestone Society National ID: DEHP_GLO04
Pennine Way Beyond Mill Hill
Pennine Way
Beyond Mill Hill
Path on Black Moor A route from the Pennine Way down towards Glossop. Glossop itself is a bit obscured by the weather ahead.
Path on Black Moor
A route from the Pennine Way down towards Glossop. Glossop itself is a bit obscured by the weather ahead.
Path on Black Moor As with many moorland climbs, there are not many features ahead to inspire one.
Path on Black Moor
As with many moorland climbs, there are not many features ahead to inspire one.
Peat grough on Black Moor Viewed looking directly into oncoming wind and rain. This has to be negotiated on the path down the hillside.
Peat grough on Black Moor
Viewed looking directly into oncoming wind and rain. This has to be negotiated on the path down the hillside.
Path coming off Black Moor The beginning of a proper track down to Moorfield can be seen on the rise ahead.
Path coming off Black Moor
The beginning of a proper track down to Moorfield can be seen on the rise ahead.
The top of a track on Highmoor Pits The track assists shooting on Black Moor, and comes up from Moorfield. The view is made more challenging by oncoming wind and rain.
The top of a track on Highmoor Pits
The track assists shooting on Black Moor, and comes up from Moorfield. The view is made more challenging by oncoming wind and rain.
Track down to Moorfield The track is mainly used for shooting at this level, though lower down there is still sheep farming. The view is a bit obscured by oncoming wind and rain.
Track down to Moorfield
The track is mainly used for shooting at this level, though lower down there is still sheep farming. The view is a bit obscured by oncoming wind and rain.
Track down to Moorfield An opportunity for wet weather walking which the Pennines are very good at providing.
Track down to Moorfield
An opportunity for wet weather walking which the Pennines are very good at providing.
Outbuildings of Moorfield House The former mill-owner's house was subsequently for a time a Catholic seminary, which may have some bearing on the buildings visible here. Many of the buildings have been adapted for holiday accommodation.
Outbuildings of Moorfield House
The former mill-owner's house was subsequently for a time a Catholic seminary, which may have some bearing on the buildings visible here. Many of the buildings have been adapted for holiday accommodation.
Farmland near Moorfield Looking in the direction of Glossop on a wet day.
Farmland near Moorfield
Looking in the direction of Glossop on a wet day.
Sheep on a wet day Looking down from Kidd Road. In the distance, you can see the A624 climbing past Chunal.
Sheep on a wet day
Looking down from Kidd Road. In the distance, you can see the A624 climbing past Chunal.
Sheep above Charlestown Looking across the valley from Hague Street.
Sheep above Charlestown
Looking across the valley from Hague Street.
Lane Ends Farm Looking up from Hague Street on the southern tip of Glossop.
Lane Ends Farm
Looking up from Hague Street on the southern tip of Glossop.
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Bray Clough is located at Grid Ref: SK0591 (Lat: 53.424016, Lng: -1.9249757)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: High Peak

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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