Padley, Upper

Settlement in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Padley, Upper

Hazelford Hall above The Hope Valley Credit: Neil Theasby

Padley, Upper is a small village situated in the Derbyshire Dales district of Derbyshire, England. Nestled amidst picturesque rolling hills, Padley is known for its tranquil and idyllic setting, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The village is located approximately 8 miles west of Sheffield and is surrounded by lush green fields and dense woodlands, offering a range of walking trails and outdoor activities. Padley Brook, a small stream that meanders through the village, adds to its natural charm.

Historically, Padley has been inhabited since ancient times, with evidence of Roman and Anglo-Saxon settlements in the area. The village is named after the Padley Hall, a historic manor house that dates back to the 12th century. Padley Hall is renowned for its unique architectural style, featuring a mix of medieval and Tudor elements. It is a Grade II listed building and attracts visitors interested in the region's history.

Today, Padley is a close-knit community with a small population. The village boasts a few traditional cottages, a village pub, and a local church, St. John the Baptist, which has served as a spiritual center for residents for centuries.

Overall, Padley, Upper offers a serene and picturesque escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, with its natural beauty and historical significance. It is a destination where visitors can immerse themselves in the charm of the English countryside.

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Padley, Upper Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.305575/-1.6353 or Grid Reference SK2478. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hazelford Hall above The Hope Valley

Neil Theasby

Millstone in a Oak Tree, Padley Gorge

I didn't know they grew them!! :)

Brian Deegan

The Root of the Steps, Padley Gorge

Lovely root and cracking steps in Padley Gorge.

Brian Deegan

Pond on the Longshaw Estate

Mike Pennington

Granby Wood on the Longshaw Estate

Mike Pennington

Burbage Brook in Padley Gorge

Lots of water in the brook after a spell of wet weather.

Graham Hogg

Male Mandarin Duck (Aix galericulata), Longshaw Lodge

Mike Pennington

Granby Wood, Longshaw Estate

Mike Pennington

Burbage Brook in Padley Gorge

In National Trust's Longshaw Estate

Graham Hogg

A carpet of leaves in Granby Wood

On National Trust's Longshaw Estate

Graham Hogg

Twisted trees and Autumn leaves

A typical late-Autumn scene in Padley Gorge on National Trust's Longshaw Estate

Graham Hogg

Autumn colour in Granby Wood

A late-Autumn scene with most of the leaves now fallen

Graham Hogg

Ruins of mineral works

A small leat made of stone slabs diverts stream water into an alcove at the back of the stone-built chamber. My guess is that the water operated a tilt hammer for crushing ores. Nearby I saw a spring which has deposited a lot of iron oxide on the rocks and coloured them orange.

Graham Cole

Ruins of mineral works showing a leat

This leat diverts stream water to a small chamber and then flows on through or possibly past a couple of other man-made stone structures. Nearby the colour of rust on some rocks immersed in flowing spring water suggests the presence of iron in the ground.

Graham Cole

Ruins of mineral works

The leat brings water to an alcove at the back of a stone-built structure, now in ruins. Was this water meant to turn a small overshot mill wheel or to operate a tilt hammer?

Graham Cole