Hope Woodlands

Civil Parish in Derbyshire High Peak

England

Hope Woodlands

Ford crossing the River Alport
Ford crossing the River Alport Credit: Ian Calderwood

Hope Woodlands is a civil parish located in the county of Derbyshire, in the East Midlands region of England. Situated in the Hope Valley, it is part of the larger Derbyshire Dales District. The parish covers an area of approximately 11 square kilometers and has a population of around 400 residents.

The landscape of Hope Woodlands is characterized by its picturesque beauty, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and charming villages dotted throughout. The area is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, attracting outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The nearby Peak District National Park offers numerous opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring the great outdoors.

The parish is home to a close-knit community that values its rural surroundings and traditional way of life. The village of Hope, located within the parish, provides essential amenities, including a primary school, a village hall, and a handful of shops and pubs. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture and tourism, with many residents working in these sectors.

Historically, Hope Woodlands has been an important mining area, with lead mining being the dominant industry in the past. Evidence of these mining activities can still be seen in the form of old mine workings and abandoned buildings scattered throughout the landscape.

Overall, Hope Woodlands offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a rural escape. Its natural beauty, strong sense of community, and rich history make it a desirable place to live or visit for those seeking a slice of traditional English countryside.

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Hope Woodlands Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.422707/-1.802777 or Grid Reference SK1391. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ford crossing the River Alport
Ford crossing the River Alport
Footbridge over the River Alport
Footbridge over the River Alport
Ford crossing the River Alport
Ford crossing the River Alport
Alport Dale Looking towards Grindlesgrain Tor.
Alport Dale
Looking towards Grindlesgrain Tor.
Alport Castles The distinctive rock outcrops at Alport Castles.  Nether Moor in the foreground and Crookstone Hill in the near middle distance (Crookstone Knoll prominent to the left).
Alport Castles
The distinctive rock outcrops at Alport Castles. Nether Moor in the foreground and Crookstone Hill in the near middle distance (Crookstone Knoll prominent to the left).
Slopes below Alport Castles as seen from Alport Farm
Slopes below Alport Castles as seen from Alport Farm
Uphill view towards Alport Castles The perspective of this photo is misleading - the uphill gradient is a lot steeper than you may think. The very unusual shape of the landscape is due to due to mass slippage of rock strata after the most recent ice age about 10,000 years ago.
Uphill view towards Alport Castles
The perspective of this photo is misleading - the uphill gradient is a lot steeper than you may think. The very unusual shape of the landscape is due to due to mass slippage of rock strata after the most recent ice age about 10,000 years ago.
Alport Castles
Alport Castles
Southeast from Alport Castles towards Rowlee Pasture The gently sloping gradients to the east and southeast contrast with the precipitous drops to the West of Alport Castles.
Southeast from Alport Castles towards Rowlee Pasture
The gently sloping gradients to the east and southeast contrast with the precipitous drops to the West of Alport Castles.
Sheer drops on the northern side of Alport Castles Alport Valley Plantations can be seen on the opposite side of the valley.
Sheer drops on the northern side of Alport Castles
Alport Valley Plantations can be seen on the opposite side of the valley.
The Upper Reaches of Ouzelden Clough Access land to the east of Alport Castles.
The Upper Reaches of Ouzelden Clough
Access land to the east of Alport Castles.
Erosion, Alport Castles A popular viewpoint for the castles. The footpath can be made out on the top.
Erosion, Alport Castles
A popular viewpoint for the castles. The footpath can be made out on the top.
Conifer plantation Banktop Hey is the moorland across the clough.
Conifer plantation
Banktop Hey is the moorland across the clough.
Not many folk about Just me and a few sheep, on Birchinlee Pasture, on a path from Howden to Alport Castles.
Not many folk about
Just me and a few sheep, on Birchinlee Pasture, on a path from Howden to Alport Castles.
Grouse butt Number 2 On the path from Ditch Clough Plantation to Alport Castles. Only saw and heard one grouse today.Yet the information is that grouse numbers are higher than in previous years (<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://news.uk.msn.com/environment/red-grouse-numbers-at-record-high" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://news.uk.msn.com/environment/red-grouse-numbers-at-record-high">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> )
Grouse butt Number 2
On the path from Ditch Clough Plantation to Alport Castles. Only saw and heard one grouse today.Yet the information is that grouse numbers are higher than in previous years (LinkExternal link )
Alport Castles, foggy day The Alport Castles are a landslip, said to be the largest landslide in the UK. North of the Snake Road and west of Ladybower Reservoir the land is part of the National Trust's High Peak Estate.
Debris from the landslide has produced several mounds, the largest of which — the "Tower" — from a distance resembles a full scale motte and bailey castle.
Alport Castles, foggy day
The Alport Castles are a landslip, said to be the largest landslide in the UK. North of the Snake Road and west of Ladybower Reservoir the land is part of the National Trust's High Peak Estate. Debris from the landslide has produced several mounds, the largest of which — the "Tower" — from a distance resembles a full scale motte and bailey castle.
Little Moor, by Alport Castles Fog briefly lifting; a minute later all gone.
Little Moor, by Alport Castles
Fog briefly lifting; a minute later all gone.
Path in the fog, Birchinlee Pasture The path leads away from Alport Castles, across Rowlee Pasture.
Path in the fog, Birchinlee Pasture
The path leads away from Alport Castles, across Rowlee Pasture.
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Hope Woodlands is located at Grid Ref: SK1391 (Lat: 53.422707, Lng: -1.802777)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: High Peak

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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