Blore

Settlement in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Blore

Signpost on the Manifold Way Approaching Coldwall Bridge with the River Dove currently over to the left. — Signpost on the Manifold Way Credit: Bill Boaden

Blore is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated in the Staffordshire Moorlands district, it lies around 6 miles north of the market town of Ashbourne and approximately 18 miles southwest of the city of Derby.

The village is known for its picturesque surroundings and tranquil atmosphere. Blore is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and lush green fields dominating the landscape. The nearby River Dove flows through the area, offering stunning views and opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing and walking.

Historically, Blore has been a significant settlement with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Roman era. The village is home to St. Bartholomew's Church, a Grade I listed building with origins dating back to the 12th century. The church features a distinctive octagonal spire and is renowned for its architectural beauty.

Blore also boasts a number of charming cottages and traditional stone houses, adding to its quaint and idyllic charm. The village has a close-knit community and a strong sense of community spirit. Residents take pride in their village and actively participate in various local events and initiatives.

A notable landmark in Blore is Blore Hall, a historic manor house built in the 17th century. The hall is a private residence and is not open to the public, but its impressive architecture can still be admired from a distance.

Overall, Blore offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life, with its stunning natural surroundings and rich historical heritage. It is a place where residents and visitors can enjoy the beauty of the countryside and experience a sense of tranquility.

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Blore Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.042092/-1.79636 or Grid Reference SK1349. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Signpost on the Manifold Way

Approaching Coldwall Bridge with the River Dove currently over to the left.

Bill Boaden

Track onto Coldwall Bridge

Part of the Limestone Way which will cross the River Dove.

Bill Boaden

Sheep-dotted hillside

The Limestone Way climbs a farm track on the left to the village of Thorpe which is at the top of the hill.

Bill Boaden

Sheep above the River Dove

Looking down the valley from a hillside near Thorpe.

Bill Boaden

Autumn view from Blore Pastures

Taken from Blore Pastures Picnic site looking across towards Bunster Hill and the mouth of Dovedale.

Trevor Harris

Benchmark, Coldwall Bridge

Detail of the Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark on the north parapet of Coldwall Bridge. The rivet is missing and the cut arrow is unusually elaborate. The benchmark is located on the county boundary of Staffordshire and Derbyshire, it marks a height of 135.0173m above mean sea level (Ordnance Datum Newlyn) last verified in 1949 (location photograph SK1449 : Boundary stone, Coldwall Bridge).

Adrian Taylor

Speed Camera Warning Signage

Dave Thompson

Dog & Partridge - Swinscoe

Dave Thompson

Speed Limit change

Dave Thompson

Milepost, Coldwall Lane

This Grade II listed stone milepost, still bearing its cast iron plate reading Cheadle 11, was erected following construction of the Blythe Marsh, Oakamoor to Thorpe turnpike road. Turnpike trusts had a legal obligation to erect milestones or mileposts along all roads for which they were responsible. This section of the road, now in places only used as a farm track, fell into disuse as early motor vehicles struggled with the gradients, road users preferring to use alternative routes.

Adrian Taylor

Boundary stone, Coldwall Bridge

Coldwall Bridge carried the Blythe Marsh, Oakamoor to Thorpe turnpike road over the River Dove. The county boundary between Staffordshire and Derbyshire which follows the centre of the River is marked by the projecting boundary stone, upon the top of which is an Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark (detail photograph SK1449 : Benchmark, Coldwall Bridge). This section of the turnpike road, now in places only used as a farm track, fell into disuse as early motor vehicles struggled with the gradients, road users preferring to use alternative routes.

Adrian Taylor