Upper Biggin

Settlement in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Upper Biggin

A517 at Hulland Ward village boundary
A517 at Hulland Ward village boundary Credit: Colin Pyle

Upper Biggin is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, England. It is situated in the heart of the Peak District National Park, surrounded by picturesque countryside and rolling hills. The village is part of the civil parish of Biggin, which also includes the nearby hamlet of Heathcote.

With a population of around 100 residents, Upper Biggin is a close-knit and tight community. The village is characterized by its charming stone cottages and traditional buildings, which give it a timeless and quaint atmosphere. The local church, St. Thomas Becket, is a notable landmark and dates back to the 13th century.

Despite its small size, Upper Biggin offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors. The village is home to a local pub, The Biggin Hall Inn, which serves traditional British cuisine and offers a warm and friendly environment. There are also a few bed and breakfast establishments that cater to tourists who come to explore the natural beauty of the Peak District.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Upper Biggin is a paradise. The village is surrounded by stunning landscapes and offers numerous walking trails and cycling routes. The nearby Dove Dale, a renowned limestone valley, is a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers. The village is also within easy reach of attractions such as Dovedale Stepping Stones and Ilam Park.

Overall, Upper Biggin is a peaceful and idyllic village that provides a perfect retreat for those seeking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in the beauty of the Peak District.

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Upper Biggin Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.0289/-1.6212653 or Grid Reference SK2548. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A517 at Hulland Ward village boundary
A517 at Hulland Ward village boundary
A517/ Dog Lane junction at Hulland Ward
A517/ Dog Lane junction at Hulland Ward
A517 near Hulland Hall
A517 near Hulland Hall
Ford a Millington Green This is a third ford on the Biggin Brook at Millington Green. This one is found on the track leading up to Duncourt Farm.
Ford a Millington Green
This is a third ford on the Biggin Brook at Millington Green. This one is found on the track leading up to Duncourt Farm.
Blackwall Plantation Mature pine wood plantation.
Blackwall Plantation
Mature pine wood plantation.
Fields near Atlowtop The field beyond has a horse exercising track for the local stables.
Fields near Atlowtop
The field beyond has a horse exercising track for the local stables.
Rural telephone box at Turlow Fields
Rural telephone box at Turlow Fields
Unsuitable for HGV's The narrow road has a ford at the bottom and bears a sign saying unsuitable for HGV's which is no surprise.
Unsuitable for HGV's
The narrow road has a ford at the bottom and bears a sign saying unsuitable for HGV's which is no surprise.
An isolated cottage Not a farmhouse but just a lonely country cottage.
An isolated cottage
Not a farmhouse but just a lonely country cottage.
The edge of Hulland Village The sign says Hulland Village but there are only a couple of isolated houses here and then a large gap before the village proper.
The edge of Hulland Village
The sign says Hulland Village but there are only a couple of isolated houses here and then a large gap before the village proper.
Hulland Bourne Chapel Still only isolated cottages as we have not found the middle of the very spread out village of Hulland.
Hulland Bourne Chapel
Still only isolated cottages as we have not found the middle of the very spread out village of Hulland.
Between Hulland and Hulland Ward The two villages share a name but are quite separate from each other.
Between Hulland and Hulland Ward
The two villages share a name but are quite separate from each other.
Fields and pylons A well cropped grass field that runs beneath pylons that transmit our electricity.
Fields and pylons
A well cropped grass field that runs beneath pylons that transmit our electricity.
Hulland Ward Village Hulland Ward is a village with a very mixed range of housing both in terms of age and size.
Hulland Ward Village
Hulland Ward is a village with a very mixed range of housing both in terms of age and size.
A house in the country Not quite as isolated as it looks but this house has a very pleasant view out over the valley.
A house in the country
Not quite as isolated as it looks but this house has a very pleasant view out over the valley.
Looking over a well clipped hedge Over the hedge is a field of grass bordered on its far side by more hedge and some trees.
Looking over a well clipped hedge
Over the hedge is a field of grass bordered on its far side by more hedge and some trees.
The fork in Gibfield Lane The roads ahead are - to the left Broom Lane and to the right Blackwall Lane. Both are very narrow with some passing places.
The fork in Gibfield Lane
The roads ahead are - to the left Broom Lane and to the right Blackwall Lane. Both are very narrow with some passing places.
The road to the reservoir Over the brow of the hill you will see Carsington Reservoir, which is a pumped storage reservoir, having very little natural inflow.  In times of heavy rain and high river levels in the Derwent water is pumped up into the reservoir for later release in times of low water.
The road to the reservoir
Over the brow of the hill you will see Carsington Reservoir, which is a pumped storage reservoir, having very little natural inflow. In times of heavy rain and high river levels in the Derwent water is pumped up into the reservoir for later release in times of low water.
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Upper Biggin is located at Grid Ref: SK2548 (Lat: 53.0289, Lng: -1.6212653)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

What 3 Words

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