Biggin Dale

Valley in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Biggin Dale

Early morning view northwest to Biggin from field path Credit: Colin Park

Biggin Dale is a picturesque valley located in the heart of Derbyshire, England. This stunning natural landscape is known for its rugged beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The dale stretches for approximately 2 miles and is renowned for its lush greenery, meandering river, and breathtaking limestone cliffs.

The valley is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts due to its abundance of wildlife and scenic walking trails. The dale is home to a variety of rare plant species, including orchids and ferns, making it a haven for botany enthusiasts. Birdwatchers also flock to Biggin Dale to catch a glimpse of the numerous avian species that call this place home.

The crystal-clear river that flows through Biggin Dale is a highlight for visitors. It provides a perfect spot for picnicking, paddling, and even wild swimming during the warmer months. The river is also a popular spot for fly fishing, attracting anglers from far and wide.

One of the most striking features of Biggin Dale is its imposing limestone cliffs, which tower above the valley floor. These dramatic cliffs provide a stunning backdrop and are a favorite among rock climbers and photographers alike.

The dale is easily accessible, with a car park located nearby, and is a great starting point for exploring the wider Peak District National Park. Whether you're seeking a peaceful stroll through nature, an adrenaline-pumping adventure, or simply the opportunity to unwind in a truly breathtaking location, Biggin Dale is a must-visit destination in Derbyshire.

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Biggin Dale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.12227/-1.7835751 or Grid Reference SK1458. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Early morning view northwest to Biggin from field path

Colin Park

Farm track climbing out of the dale

A narrow track winds its way uphill to some farm buildings

Ian Calderwood

Dry dew pond

On current OS maps, this pond is marked as being in-water, but it appears to be dry, now.

Ian Calderwood

Step stile on a shortcut

A short length of footpath cuts the corner at the junction of a couple of old lanes.

Ian Calderwood

Pastures between Heathcote and Biggin

Countryside as seen from the Tissington Trail

Chris Heaton

Tissington Trail near Biggin

Farm access track crosses over the trail on a substantial bridge

Chris Heaton

Along the Tissington Trail near Biggin

Section that once formed part of a railway link between Buxton and Ashbourne - now a popular venue for cyclists, walkers and the horse fraternity.

Chris Heaton

Tissington Trail crossing the Road from Biggin

The trail crosses the minor road between Biggin and the A515

Chris Heaton

Remains of Former Prisoner of War Huts near Biggin

Housed Italian Prisoners of War - as seen from the Tissington Trail

Chris Heaton

On the Tissington Traill

The trail just to the north of Back Lane

Chris Heaton

Single Arched Viaduct over the Tissington Trail

A grand structure supporting a track that gives access between fields - spanning the Tissington Trail as it passes through a cutting.

Chris Heaton

Cutting on the Tissington Trail

Section of the leisure trail, popular among cyclists, horse riders and the walking fraternity - once part of the railway link between Buxton and Ashbourne

Chris Heaton

"Dream of Noise and Wheels and Coal and Steam"

The title is from the plaque on the left pier.

Tim Heaton

The Tissington Trail

The track bed of the former London and North Western Railway (Ashbourne to Buxton) crossing a minor road

Tim Heaton

Back Lane leading to Bigginmoor Farm

Viewed from the Tissington Trail

Tim Heaton

Bridge over the former Ashbourne to Buxton railway

Looking at old OS maps this bridge, built at the end of the 19th century, has never carried any substantial road or track. It seems to be a very expensive structure if its only purpose was to connect farmland on either side of the railway.

Tim Heaton