Milldale

Settlement in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Milldale

The start of a footpath to Alstonefield A narrow flight of steps leads off a narrow back lane at the start of a footpath, which climbs steeply out of Milldale towards Alstonefield.
The start of a footpath to Alstonefield Credit: Ian Calderwood

Milldale is a charming village situated in the county of Staffordshire, England. Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Peak District National Park, it is renowned for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. With a population of around 100 residents, Milldale offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The village is located on the banks of the River Dove, which meanders through the stunning limestone valley. Milldale is particularly famous for its idyllic stepping stones, providing a delightful crossing over the river, and attracting visitors from far and wide. The surrounding landscape is a haven for hikers and nature enthusiasts, with numerous walking trails and breathtaking viewpoints such as the Dovedale Ravine.

The architecture in Milldale reflects its rural heritage, with traditional stone cottages and farms dotting the landscape. The village is also home to a charming 18th-century pub, which serves as a meeting place for locals and tourists alike. Despite its small size, Milldale has a strong sense of community and hosts various events throughout the year, including a summer fair and a Christmas market.

Milldale's location within the Peak District National Park means that it is surrounded by a wealth of outdoor recreational activities. From rock climbing and cycling to birdwatching and fishing, visitors have a wide range of options to immerse themselves in nature. Overall, Milldale offers a serene and picturesque escape, making it an ideal destination for those seeking tranquility and natural beauty.

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Milldale Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.090129/-1.795401 or Grid Reference SK1354. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The start of a footpath to Alstonefield A narrow flight of steps leads off a narrow back lane at the start of a footpath, which climbs steeply out of Milldale towards Alstonefield.
The start of a footpath to Alstonefield
A narrow flight of steps leads off a narrow back lane at the start of a footpath, which climbs steeply out of Milldale towards Alstonefield.
Old dew pond by Millway Lane A neglected dew pond sits dry, neglected and overgrown at the edge of Alstonefield.
Old dew pond by Millway Lane
A neglected dew pond sits dry, neglected and overgrown at the edge of Alstonefield.
Old dew pond by Gratton Lane An old dew pond sits dry and neglected in a field by Gratton Lane.
Old dew pond by Gratton Lane
An old dew pond sits dry and neglected in a field by Gratton Lane.
A ruin above Mill Dale The remains of some kind of small building, pen or fold, marked on old OS maps as a plain, unlabelled rectangle.
A ruin above Mill Dale
The remains of some kind of small building, pen or fold, marked on old OS maps as a plain, unlabelled rectangle.
Footpath crossroads According to the finger post, this is where the footpath from Milldale to Alsop Station crosses the footpath from Lode Mill to Tissington.
Footpath crossroads
According to the finger post, this is where the footpath from Milldale to Alsop Station crosses the footpath from Lode Mill to Tissington.
Stile in Hall Dale
Stile in Hall Dale
Step stile and sign at Allen's Bank in Hall Dale
Step stile and sign at Allen's Bank in Hall Dale
Footpath to Pasture Lane The footpath from Hall Dale enters Stanshope via Pasture Lane.
Footpath to Pasture Lane
The footpath from Hall Dale enters Stanshope via Pasture Lane.
Looking towards Greenlowfield and the A515 As seen from the Tissington Trail, slightly to the north of the former Alsop station.
Looking towards Greenlowfield and the A515
As seen from the Tissington Trail, slightly to the north of the former Alsop station.
Countryside near Alsop en le Dale As seen from the Tissington Trail beside Stonepit Plantation
Countryside near Alsop en le Dale
As seen from the Tissington Trail beside Stonepit Plantation
Oxclose Lane Climbing out of the trench of Dovedale towards the A515
Oxclose Lane
Climbing out of the trench of Dovedale towards the A515
View from Above Shining Tor Overlooks the deep trench that is Dovedale
View from Above Shining Tor
Overlooks the deep trench that is Dovedale
Footpath High above Milldale The public footpath follows the wall, with ground falling away sharply to the left towards Milldale
Footpath High above Milldale
The public footpath follows the wall, with ground falling away sharply to the left towards Milldale
Looking over Mill Dale
Looking over Mill Dale
Milldale (1) Small village comprising several stone buildings, squeezed deep in the narrow valley of Dovedale - so narrow that sunshine finds difficulty in reaching the community.
Milldale (1)
Small village comprising several stone buildings, squeezed deep in the narrow valley of Dovedale - so narrow that sunshine finds difficulty in reaching the community.
Milldale (2) Delightful small village squeezed tightly between the valley sides of Dovedale - so tightly, that sunshine is at a premium.
A popular walk stretches south from here, running beside the River Dove to the stepping stones near Thorpe.
Milldale (2)
Delightful small village squeezed tightly between the valley sides of Dovedale - so tightly, that sunshine is at a premium. A popular walk stretches south from here, running beside the River Dove to the stepping stones near Thorpe.
Viator's Bridge Ancient packhorse bridge, which has been in use since medieval times. Izaak Walton wrote about this bridge in "The Compleat Angler" - referring to himself as Viator (Latin for traveller), which accounts for the structure's name.
Viator's Bridge
Ancient packhorse bridge, which has been in use since medieval times. Izaak Walton wrote about this bridge in "The Compleat Angler" - referring to himself as Viator (Latin for traveller), which accounts for the structure's name.
Greenlowfield from the Tissington Trail Semi-detached cottages on the A515
Greenlowfield from the Tissington Trail
Semi-detached cottages on the A515
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Milldale is located at Grid Ref: SK1354 (Lat: 53.090129, Lng: -1.795401)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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Located within 500m of 53.090129,-1.795401
Waterway: weir
Lat/Long: 53.0868391/-1.7932313
Waterway: weir
Lat/Long: 53.0874059/-1.793667
Milldale
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Is In: Derbyshire, England
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q79051296
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Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Operator: BT
Operator Wikidata: Q593786
Payment Coins: no
Payment Credit Cards: yes
Payment Debit Cards: yes
Payment Notes: no
Phone: +44 1335 310226
Source: survey
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Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: DE6 876
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 53.0896069/-1.793743
Barrier: stile
Foot: yes
Material: wood
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Step Count: 1
Stile: stepover
Lat/Long: 53.0879222/-1.799741
Bus Stop
Millway Lane
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 3800C816400
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Millway Lane
Naptan Indicator: Opp
Naptan Landmark: Millway Lane
Naptan Street: Sunny Bank
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 53.0894174/-1.7936813
Bus Stop
The Weir
Bus: yes
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Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: The Weir
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Barrier: stile
Foot: yes
Material: stone
Source: survey
Stile: squeezer
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Barrier: stile
Foot: yes
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Stile: squeezer
Lat/Long: 53.0925519/-1.7999762
Milldale Information Barn
Information: office
Operator: National Trust
Source: survey
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.0890581/-1.7940136
Barrier: stile
Material: stone
Source: survey;gps
Stile: squeezer
Lat/Long: 53.0892541/-1.7897856
Fast Food
Pollys Cottage
Note: Missing apostrophe is not a survey error, but reflects the actual sign outside the shop.
Shop: kiosk
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Bench
Source: survey;gps
Lat/Long: 53.0892967/-1.7936633
Waterway: weir
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Waterway: weir
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Barrier: stile
Material: stone
Source: survey;gps
Stile: squeezer
Lat/Long: 53.0906327/-1.7954667
Bench
Lat/Long: 53.0893551/-1.7936173
Bench
Lat/Long: 53.0891672/-1.7939558
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: outside toilets in Milldale
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Opening Hours: 24/7
Ref GB The Circuit: D62B915C-C12D-43C1-9042-F295BD63D6A4
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Waterway: weir
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Waterway: weir
Lat/Long: 53.0917505/-1.7903946
Waterway: weir
Lat/Long: 53.0915717/-1.7895927
Drinking Water
Bottle: yes
Cold Water: yes
Hot Water: no
Indoor: no
Man Made: water_tap
Lat/Long: 53.0891617/-1.7939344
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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