Camphill

Settlement in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Camphill

Public Footpath by Stanley House Farm, Wardlow, Derbyshire Towards Housley. — Public Footpath by Stanley House Farm, Wardlow, Derbyshire Credit: Andrew Tryon

Camphill is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, England. Situated in the picturesque Peak District National Park, it is known for its charming rural setting and beautiful landscapes. The village is nestled between rolling hills and lush green meadows, offering a peaceful and tranquil environment.

Camphill is home to a close-knit community that values sustainability and organic farming practices. The village has a rich agricultural heritage, with many residents actively involved in farming activities. Traditional stone cottages dot the village, adding to its rustic charm.

The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, with farming and livestock rearing being the main sources of income for the villagers. The community is known for its dedication to organic farming methods, promoting a healthy and eco-friendly lifestyle.

In addition to its agricultural focus, Camphill also hosts various cultural and recreational activities. The village has a vibrant arts scene, with local artists showcasing their work in galleries and studios. Visitors can also explore the nearby Peak District National Park, which offers stunning hiking trails, cycling routes, and opportunities for outdoor adventures.

Overall, Camphill is a place where community, sustainability, and natural beauty come together. Its idyllic setting and strong sense of community make it an attractive destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat or a taste of rural life in the heart of Derbyshire.

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Camphill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.298652/-1.7313863 or Grid Reference SK1878. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Public Footpath by Stanley House Farm, Wardlow, Derbyshire Towards Housley.

Public Footpath by Stanley House Farm, Wardlow, Derbyshire

Towards Housley.

Bretton Brook emerging from a culvert under Camphill Lane

Bretton Brook emerging from a culvert under Camphill Lane

Footpath crossing Bretton Brook

Footpath crossing Bretton Brook

Site of a pinfold Now an extra-wide piece of roadside verge given over to wild flowers, this was once the site of a pinfold, where stray animals were held until claimed by their owners, on payment of a fee.

Site of a pinfold

Now an extra-wide piece of roadside verge given over to wild flowers, this was once the site of a pinfold, where stray animals were held until claimed by their owners, on payment of a fee.

Footpath through buttercups at Stanley Lodge

Footpath through buttercups at Stanley Lodge

Old Unitarian chapel at Great Hucklow Closely associated with Dr Lawrence du Garde Peach who set up the celebrated Hucklow Players to bring drama to Derbyshire villages in the 1930s - he was also a noted playwright, editor and author of a string of early Ladybird guides

Old Unitarian chapel at Great Hucklow

Closely associated with Dr Lawrence du Garde Peach who set up the celebrated Hucklow Players to bring drama to Derbyshire villages in the 1930s - he was also a noted playwright, editor and author of a string of early Ladybird guides

Farmland near Little Hucklow

Farmland near Little Hucklow

Stone Barn next to the B6049 near Windmill

Stone Barn next to the B6049 near Windmill

B6049 near Windmill

B6049 near Windmill

Farmland near Little Hucklow

Farmland near Little Hucklow

Farm Building near Little Hucklow

Farm Building near Little Hucklow

Washhouse Bottom near Little Hucklow

Washhouse Bottom near Little Hucklow

Washhouse Bottom, south of Little Hucklow

Washhouse Bottom, south of Little Hucklow

Woodland and footpath to High Rake High Rake has some interesting old lead mine ruins.

Woodland and footpath to High Rake

High Rake has some interesting old lead mine ruins.

Hucklow Edge Road junction at Hucklow Edge.

Hucklow Edge

Road junction at Hucklow Edge.

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Camphill Small building beneath Camphill.

Camphill

Small building beneath Camphill.

Peter McDermott

Great Hucklow Butter Cross Butter crosses are a plain shaft sometimes topped with a finial in the shape of a ball or shaped to a point at the apex.

Great Hucklow Butter Cross

Butter crosses are a plain shaft sometimes topped with a finial in the shape of a ball or shaped to a point at the apex.

From Hucklow Edge View from the Hucklow Edge to Bretton road at SK189780 looking west towards Grindlow and Great Hucklow.

From Hucklow Edge

View from the Hucklow Edge to Bretton road at SK189780 looking west towards Grindlow and Great Hucklow.

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Camphill is located at Grid Ref: SK1878 (Lat: 53.298652, Lng: -1.7313863)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.298652,-1.7313863

Great Hucklow

Is In Country: UK

Is In County: Derbyshire

Place: village

Source: npe

Wikidata: Q2314796

Wikipedia: en:Great Hucklow

Lat/Long: 53.2975547/-1.7343784

Post Box

Ele: 298.6129150

Lat/Long: 53.2944793/-1.7292556

Bench

Ele: 304.1405029

Lat/Long: 53.2972271/-1.7343171

Telephone

Defibrillator

Access: yes

Booth: K6

Check Date: 2023-03-09

Covered: booth

Defibrillator Location: inside red phone box, Great Hucklow

Ele: 303.4195557

Emergency: defibrillator

Indoor: no

Man Made: telephone_box

Lat/Long: 53.2972165/-1.7343474

Post Box

Ele: 303.6599121

Post Box Type: wall

Royal Cypher: GR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273

Lat/Long: 53.2972123/-1.7342932

Bus Stop

Great Hucklow (Old Chapel)

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Ele: 303.4195557

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: no

Lat/Long: 53.2972094/-1.7342482

Pub

The Queen Anne

Ele: 305

Food: yes

Parking: yes

Real Ale: Tetley Bitter, Clarks Classic Blonde

Toilets Wheelchair: no

Wheelchair: limited

Lat/Long: 53.297934/-1.7362846

Great Hucklow Butter Cross

Ele: 304.3808594

Historic: monument

Source Name: Sign

Lat/Long: 53.2974035/-1.7351274

Passing Place

Lat/Long: 53.2992228/-1.7267525

Barrier: stile

Material: steel

Source: survey;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 53.2948979/-1.7304903

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 53.2972582/-1.7262784

Bench

Lat/Long: 53.2973457/-1.7343062

Parking

Access: unknown

Wheelchair: yes

Lat/Long: 53.2985163/-1.7340573

Bench

Lat/Long: 53.2974419/-1.7348641

Description: The Hucklow Edge Vein

Information: board

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 53.2988395/-1.7336175

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 53.2987752/-1.7335939

Barrier: stile

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 53.3011005/-1.7370287

Description: Mill Dam Lead Mine, Great Hucklow

Information: board

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 53.2983826/-1.7365835

Barrier: stile

Material: wood

Steps: 2

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 53.2985718/-1.7344191

Barrier: stile

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 53.2995378/-1.7352578

Barrier: cycle_barrier

Lat/Long: 53.2994427/-1.7291063

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;bing;gps

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 53.2946797/-1.7286649

Barrier: stile

Source: survey;bing;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 53.2947973/-1.7284773

Barrier: stile

Material: wood

Source: survey;bing;gps

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 53.2980186/-1.7255483

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;bing;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 53.300991/-1.7276111

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 53.2953567/-1.7316938

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 53.2958301/-1.7330743

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 53.2960284/-1.7339698

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 53.2966144/-1.729381

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 53.2964669/-1.7259156

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 53.2965358/-1.7275705

The Great Hucklow Cross

Information: board

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 53.2973859/-1.7351275

Barrier: entrance

Source: survey;gps

Lat/Long: 53.2971996/-1.734023

Barrier: entrance

Source: survey;gps

Lat/Long: 53.2972091/-1.7344356

Barrier: stile

Material: steel

Source: survey;gps

Stile: squeezer

Lat/Long: 53.2948171/-1.7303621

Barrier: stile

Material: stone

Source: survey;gps

Stile: stepover

Lat/Long: 53.2957117/-1.7325733

Bus Stop

Great Hucklow (Old Chapel)

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: no

Lat/Long: 53.2972945/-1.7339299

Great Hucklow (Old Chapel)

Bus: yes

Public Transport: stop_position

Lat/Long: 53.2972657/-1.7342406

Great Hucklow (Old Chapel)

Bus: yes

Public Transport: stop_position

Lat/Long: 53.2972433/-1.7339307

Advertising: board

Lat/Long: 53.2972072/-1.7342768

Stop

Direction: forward

Lat/Long: 53.2972018/-1.7337619

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