Belper Lane End

Settlement in Derbyshire Amber Va

England

Belper Lane End

Belper North Mill & River Gardens Mills in Belper were constructed by Jedediah Strutt from 1776. The original North Mill was built in 1786 but the building was destroyed by fire in 1803. Now part of Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, the new mill built in 1804 is a forerunner of the modern skyscraper. Another member of the Strutt family, George Herbert created the gardens in 1905. — Belper North Mill & River Gardens Credit: Garth Newton

Belper Lane End is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, England. Situated in the heart of the beautiful Amber Valley, it is part of the borough of Amber Valley and lies within close proximity to the town of Belper.

The village is known for its picturesque surroundings, nestled among rolling hills and verdant countryside. It is surrounded by farmland, and the landscape is dotted with traditional stone cottages and charming country houses. The village itself is compact, with a small number of residential properties and a few local amenities.

Belper Lane End boasts a strong community spirit, with residents actively involved in various local clubs and activities. The village has a local pub, The Black Swan, which serves as a hub for social gatherings and events. It also has a village hall that hosts a range of community activities and functions throughout the year.

The village is well-connected to the nearby towns and cities, with good transport links to Belper and Derby. The nearby Belper train station provides easy access to larger cities such as Nottingham and Sheffield.

For outdoor enthusiasts, there are several walking and cycling routes in the area, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The nearby Derwent Valley Mills, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is also a popular attraction, showcasing the region's industrial heritage.

In summary, Belper Lane End is a charming village in Derbyshire, offering a tranquil and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike. Its natural beauty, strong community spirit, and convenient location make it an appealing place to live or visit.

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Belper Lane End Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.041134/-1.5038094 or Grid Reference SK3349. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Belper North Mill & River Gardens

Mills in Belper were constructed by Jedediah Strutt from 1776. The original North Mill was built in 1786 but the building was destroyed by fire in 1803. Now part of Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, the new mill built in 1804 is a forerunner of the modern skyscraper. Another member of the Strutt family, George Herbert created the gardens in 1905.

Garth Newton

Farm buildings near Belper

SK328493. Looking south-west from Longwalls Lane. The northern tip of Handley Wood is visible to the left.

Adam Foster

Looking south along Longwalls Lane, part of the Midshires Way

Adam Foster

View south-east of Belper Lane End

Grid reference given is of the centre of the village; photographer position is the slightly off-square SK333494 (sorry!)

Adam Foster

Wyver Lane Nature Reserve

Important wetland reserve in landlocked Derbyshire. Link

A misty October day but hopefully gives a feel of the bird life here

dave challender

Fungi near Wyver Lane footpath

Earth Star (Geastrum triplex). The reserve is not just about birds.

dave challender

Hank winder in Belper North Mill Museum

I was expecting someone to have posted "main" pics for here and this to be a supplemental - I suppose I had better take a shot of the building proper later this week! Anyway still adding associated interiors of museum.

dave challender

Hosiery knitting exhibit in the museum

dave challender

Hosiery exhibits in North Mill Museum

Brettles hosiery on display - a local Belper company

dave challender

East Mill, Belper

Built 1912 but with a magnificent chimney from 1854. This was demolished in 1990 after suffering damage in a gale. The base is just visible. The engine house contained a turbine and is much smaller than you would expect. The site still uses water turbines on the Derwent to produce power for the grid.

Chris Allen

Belper Fire Station

Belper Fire Station, Matlock Road, Belper, Derbyshire.

Kevin Hale

Crossroads Farm at Blackbrook

As the name suggests this farm sits on a busy crossroads on the main road between Belper and Ashbourne.

Mike Bardill

Handley Wood

The footpath from Plains Lane leads down over Black Brook, shown by the first line of trees, up to Handley Woods. Further north, Plains Lane appears to end in a farmyard. Had I been brave enough to open the gate, maybe I would have found my way to Lambhouse Lane!

Nikki Mahadevan

Track above Belper Lane End

We were following this track northwards to the west and above Belper Lane End. This is part of the Midshires Way. At the time I was assisting my brother in following the long distance footpath, which runs from the Ridgeway in the south to Stockport in the north

Chris Heaton