Hilltop

Settlement in Derbyshire High Peak

England

Hilltop

B5470 near Cockyard Credit: Philip Cornwall

Hilltop is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, England. Situated on the edge of the Peak District National Park, it offers residents and visitors a picturesque and tranquil setting surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

The village is characterized by its charming stone cottages, which add to its traditional and timeless atmosphere. It is home to a close-knit community, with a population of around 500 residents. Despite its small size, Hilltop boasts a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents, including a local pub, a village shop, and a primary school.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. Hilltop is also well-known for its scenic walking trails, which offer breathtaking views of the rolling hills and lush green landscapes.

For those interested in history and culture, Hilltop is conveniently located near several historical sites and landmarks. The nearby Chatsworth House, a grand stately home, is a popular attraction for visitors from far and wide. Additionally, the village is within close proximity to the historic market town of Bakewell, famous for its delicious Bakewell pudding.

Hilltop’s idyllic setting, friendly community, and access to both natural beauty and cultural attractions make it a desirable place to live or visit for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside.

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Hilltop Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.324565/-1.9599203 or Grid Reference SK0280. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

B5470 near Cockyard

Philip Cornwall

The Railway, Whaley Bridge

The pub on Market Street (A5004) is currently owned by Inglenook Inns & Taverns. SK0181 : Sign of The Railway.

Gerald England

Sign of The Railway

Sign for The Railway SK0181 : The Railway, Whaley Bridge.

Gerald England

Posts on Reservoir Road

These two posts are found at the bottom of Reservoir Road outside The Railway SK0181 : The Railway, Whaley Bridge. Historic Streetview images shows that these have been restored and repainted in the last few years. What exactly the information refers to I haven't been able to ascertain. Whilst I assume they refer to Stockport Corporation Water Works, that Corporation doesn't appear to have had any connection with Toddbrook Reservoir.

Gerald England

Bugsworth Basin, Whaley Bridge

Bugsworth Basin is situated at the head of navigation of the Peak Forest Canal, in the village of Buxworth. The Basin was once the largest inland port on the narrow canal system; a busy interchange between tramway and canal where boats were loaded with limestone. Bugsworth Basin closed in 1927 and by the 1960s was dry and overgrown. In 1968 volunteers from the Inland Waterways Protection Society began restoration and Bugsworth Basin was finally re-opened to navigation in March 2005. Today it is unique as the only surviving canal and tramway interchange in the UK. It is recognised as an internationally important industrial heritage site, designated as a scheduled ancient monument and is protected under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Areas Act, 1979.

habiloid

Canal basin at Whaley Bridge

The basin is at the southern end of the short Whaley Bridge branch of the Peak Forest Canal.

Bill Boaden

Iron bridge over the River Goyt

This was once the route of the Cromford & High Peak Railway.

Bill Boaden

Footpath to Whaley Bridge

The route also incorporates part of the Midshires Way. The path has been diverted because of remedial works being undertaken around the Toddbrook Reservoir.

Bill Boaden

Path by the River Goyt

One of several paths in the Memorial Park which occupies much of the western side of the River Goyt in Whaley Bridge.

Bill Boaden

Scrubby grass at Horwich End

Randal Carr Brook flows to the left, shortly before meeting the River Goyt. The land here is not open to the public but does not appear to be being used.

Bill Boaden