Holmgate

Settlement in Derbyshire North East Derbyshire

England

Holmgate

Kenning Park — Kenning Park Credit: David Lally

Holmgate is a small village located in the district of North East Derbyshire, in the county of Derbyshire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles northeast of the town of Clay Cross, Holmgate has a population of around 1,500 residents.

The village is nestled within the beautiful Derbyshire countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque landscapes. It offers a peaceful and tranquil environment, making it an ideal place for those seeking a quiet and rural lifestyle.

Holmgate is known for its close-knit community, with a range of amenities and facilities available for its residents. These include a primary school, a village hall, a local convenience store, and a few small businesses. The village also has a pub, providing a social hub for locals and visitors alike.

For outdoor enthusiasts, there are plenty of opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring the surrounding countryside. The nearby Ogston Reservoir is a popular spot for birdwatching and fishing, while the Peak District National Park is just a short drive away, offering breathtaking views and a multitude of outdoor activities.

Holmgate benefits from good transport links, with easy access to the A61 road and the nearby M1 motorway. This allows residents to easily travel to nearby towns and cities such as Chesterfield, Sheffield, and Nottingham.

In summary, Holmgate is a charming village in Derbyshire, offering a peaceful and rural lifestyle, a close-knit community, and beautiful countryside surroundings.

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Holmgate Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.168173/-1.4420323 or Grid Reference SK3763. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Kenning Park

Kenning Park

Library near Kenning Park

Library near Kenning Park

Footpath to Bole Hill Crossing a small tributary of Tricket Brook at the top of Hardwick Wood.

Footpath to Bole Hill

Crossing a small tributary of Tricket Brook at the top of Hardwick Wood.

Footpath on the Bole Hill ridge Slowly descending towards Clay Cross.

Footpath on the Bole Hill ridge

Slowly descending towards Clay Cross.

South Western Portal of Clay Cross tunnel Unlike the Northern portal of this tunnel, that in the south west is a plain affair. The pin prick of light of the northern poral can just be made out.

South Western Portal of Clay Cross tunnel

Unlike the Northern portal of this tunnel, that in the south west is a plain affair. The pin prick of light of the northern poral can just be made out.

Egstow Park New housing on the edge of Clay Cross.

Egstow Park

New housing on the edge of Clay Cross.

The Six Halts A new pub built in 2016 to go alongside other new development on the edge of Clay Cross.

The Six Halts

A new pub built in 2016 to go alongside other new development on the edge of Clay Cross.

New retail development on the edge of Clay Cross A small development on the corner of the new road Farnsworth Drive.

New retail development on the edge of Clay Cross

A small development on the corner of the new road Farnsworth Drive.

Farnsworth Drive A new road built to assist new development, mainly the new Egstow Park housing estate on the left.

Farnsworth Drive

A new road built to assist new development, mainly the new Egstow Park housing estate on the left.

Memorial garden in Clay Cross The inscription reads: &quot;In memory of all North East Derbyshire miners who lost their lives working to keep the home fires burning and the wheels of industry turning&quot;

Memorial garden in Clay Cross

The inscription reads: "In memory of all North East Derbyshire miners who lost their lives working to keep the home fires burning and the wheels of industry turning"

The Constabulary The building is owned by Derbyshire County Council and occupied by their Countryside Service.

The Constabulary

The building is owned by Derbyshire County Council and occupied by their Countryside Service.

High Street, Clay Cross This is the A61 shortly about to leave Clay Cross. The road misses most of the town which is off on the eastern side.

High Street, Clay Cross

This is the A61 shortly about to leave Clay Cross. The road misses most of the town which is off on the eastern side.

Entrance to Far Tupton Wood The wood is owned by Derbyshire County Council and can be enjoyed via footpaths passing through. Some new houses have been squashed in on the left.

Entrance to Far Tupton Wood

The wood is owned by Derbyshire County Council and can be enjoyed via footpaths passing through. Some new houses have been squashed in on the left.

Far Tupton Wood The wood is owned by Derbyshire County Council and has several footpaths running through it.

Far Tupton Wood

The wood is owned by Derbyshire County Council and has several footpaths running through it.

Woodland Way Part of a residential extension of Old Tupton.

Woodland Way

Part of a residential extension of Old Tupton.

Field above Coupe Lane The view from the houses on the eastern side of Coupe Lane, looking up towards Woodthorpe Grange and Stone Edge.

Field above Coupe Lane

The view from the houses on the eastern side of Coupe Lane, looking up towards Woodthorpe Grange and Stone Edge.

Football ground of Clay Cross Town FC The necessary requirement for sponsorship means that the ground is called the We Do More Than Print Ground, and the stand opposite is the Geoff Allen Pallets Stand.

Football ground of Clay Cross Town FC

The necessary requirement for sponsorship means that the ground is called the We Do More Than Print Ground, and the stand opposite is the Geoff Allen Pallets Stand.

Holmgate Evangelical Church Right on the edge of Clay Cross, the church is affiliated to the FIEC.

Holmgate Evangelical Church

Right on the edge of Clay Cross, the church is affiliated to the FIEC.

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Holmgate is located at Grid Ref: SK3763 (Lat: 53.168173, Lng: -1.4420323)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: North East Derbyshire

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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Fixme: is this the actual route of the footpath? Needs survey.

Lat/Long: 53.1674397/-1.4360421

Fixme: footpath route needs new survey.

Lat/Long: 53.1666275/-1.4456875

Barrier: stile

Lat/Long: 53.1675167/-1.4449069

Fixme: Marked as concenssionary at northeast. If true, where does the piblic footpath stop?

Lat/Long: 53.1722272/-1.4446216

Barrier: stile

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 53.1700338/-1.43603

Barrier: stile

Steps: 3

Stile: wall

Lat/Long: 53.1691189/-1.4401279

Hollins Green

Place: hamlet

Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView

Lat/Long: 53.165722/-1.4437985

Shop: farm

Lat/Long: 53.1643722/-1.4423041

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