Calton

Settlement in Staffordshire Staffordshire Moorlands

England

Calton

Warning signage - A52 — Warning signage - A52 Credit: Dave Thompson

Calton is a small village located in the county of Staffordshire, England. Situated approximately 4 miles northeast of the town of Ashbourne, Calton is nestled within the picturesque Peak District National Park. The village is surrounded by rolling green hills and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

With a population of around 300 people, Calton is a tight-knit community known for its peaceful and idyllic setting. The village is characterized by its charming stone houses and traditional English cottages, which contribute to its quaint and welcoming atmosphere.

Calton is not heavily commercialized, and there are limited amenities within the village itself. However, the nearby town of Ashbourne provides residents with a wider range of services, including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. The village is also well-connected transportation-wise, with good road links to nearby towns and cities.

The surrounding area offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. Calton is a popular destination for hikers, cyclists, and nature enthusiasts due to its proximity to the beautiful Peak District countryside. There are numerous walking trails and cycling routes in the vicinity, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the area's natural beauty.

Overall, Calton offers a tranquil and picturesque escape from the hustle and bustle of larger towns and cities. With its stunning surroundings and close-knit community, the village provides a peaceful haven for those seeking a slower pace of life.

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Calton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.0485/-1.849301 or Grid Reference SK1050. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Warning signage - A52

Warning signage - A52

River Hamps valley View looking south-east from public footpath over the valley of the River Hamps.

River Hamps valley

View looking south-east from public footpath over the valley of the River Hamps.

Waterhouses, Staffordshire View from the main road (A52) about 600 yards to the east of the main part of the village. Pleasant-looking uniform row of cottages on the road to Waterfall at the far side of rough pasture.

Waterhouses, Staffordshire

View from the main road (A52) about 600 yards to the east of the main part of the village. Pleasant-looking uniform row of cottages on the road to Waterfall at the far side of rough pasture.

Waterhouses, Staffordshire The River Hamps flows east here through Waterhouses and alongside the A52 before it turns north towards the R Manifold.

Waterhouses, Staffordshire

The River Hamps flows east here through Waterhouses and alongside the A52 before it turns north towards the R Manifold.

Manifold Trail ... but running along the valley of the R Hamps at this point, just north of the A52. The River Hamps was remarkable for having a dry bed along much of this length despite other rivers in the area being fairly high at the time of the photo.

Manifold Trail

... but running along the valley of the R Hamps at this point, just north of the A52. The River Hamps was remarkable for having a dry bed along much of this length despite other rivers in the area being fairly high at the time of the photo.

Derelict farm building in Hamps Valley

Derelict farm building in Hamps Valley

Lee House Tea Rooms, Hamps Valley

Lee House Tea Rooms, Hamps Valley

Dry bed of River Hamps near Waterhouses

Dry bed of River Hamps near Waterhouses

Silver Jubilee Pillar, Manifold Track, Waterhouses

Silver Jubilee Pillar, Manifold Track, Waterhouses

Bridge over the River Hamps

Bridge over the River Hamps

Bridge over Earlsway This bridge used to carry the standard gauge line to Waterhouses Station, where it met the narrow-gauge Leek &amp; Manifold Valley Light Railway.

Bridge over Earlsway

This bridge used to carry the standard gauge line to Waterhouses Station, where it met the narrow-gauge Leek & Manifold Valley Light Railway.

Station House Station House is next to the former Waterhouses Station.

Station House

Station House is next to the former Waterhouses Station.

Ye Olde Crown Hotel The Crown has been here since 1647.

Ye Olde Crown Hotel

The Crown has been here since 1647.

Waterhouses Methodist Church Part of the Cheadle Methodist Circuit, Waterhouses Methodist Church was originally built in 1823 and rebuilt again in 1905.

Waterhouses Methodist Church

Part of the Cheadle Methodist Circuit, Waterhouses Methodist Church was originally built in 1823 and rebuilt again in 1905.

Pick your path This gate by the Manifold Way gives access to three different paths.

Pick your path

This gate by the Manifold Way gives access to three different paths.

Footbridge access to Lee House Tea Rooms The main access is a little further north on the Manifold Way.

Footbridge access to Lee House Tea Rooms

The main access is a little further north on the Manifold Way.

Sewage works by the Manifold Way Run by Severn Trent Water.

Sewage works by the Manifold Way

Run by Severn Trent Water.

The start/finish of the Manifold Way

The start/finish of the Manifold Way

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Calton is located at Grid Ref: SK1050 (Lat: 53.0485, Lng: -1.849301)

Administrative County: Staffordshire

District: Staffordshire Moorlands

Police Authority: Staffordshire

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St Mary's Church

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