Higher Gamesley

Settlement in Derbyshire High Peak

England

Higher Gamesley

Whiteley Nab Whiteley Nab seen from Monks' Road.
Whiteley Nab Credit: Peter McDermott

Higher Gamesley is a small residential area located in the High Peak district of Derbyshire, England. It is situated approximately 15 miles east of Manchester and 30 miles west of Sheffield. The area is part of the larger Gamesley village, which also includes Lower Gamesley.

Higher Gamesley is primarily a residential neighborhood, consisting of mainly semi-detached and terraced houses. It is a relatively quiet and peaceful area, attracting families and professionals who prefer a more suburban lifestyle while still having easy access to nearby cities. The neighborhood is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering beautiful views and opportunities for outdoor activities.

Although small in size, Higher Gamesley has a range of amenities to cater to its residents. There is a local primary school, Gamesley Community Primary School, which provides education for children aged 4 to 11. The area also has a convenience store, a post office, and a few local businesses, ensuring that residents have access to essential goods and services without needing to travel far.

Transportation options in Higher Gamesley are convenient, with regular bus services connecting the area to nearby towns and cities. The nearest train station is Glossop, which is approximately 2 miles away and provides direct links to Manchester and Sheffield. For those who prefer to drive, the area is easily accessible via major roadways, including the A57 and A624.

Overall, Higher Gamesley offers a peaceful and family-friendly environment, with a range of amenities and easy access to nearby cities, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a suburban lifestyle in Derbyshire.

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Higher Gamesley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.440038/-1.9877374 or Grid Reference SK0093. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Whiteley Nab Whiteley Nab seen from Monks' Road.
Whiteley Nab
Whiteley Nab seen from Monks' Road.
Monk's Road The road descends steeply to Charlesworth. In brighter weather, Manchester would be seen clearly on the plain.
Monk's Road
The road descends steeply to Charlesworth. In brighter weather, Manchester would be seen clearly on the plain.
Coombes Edge The land slopes down towards Charlesworth and Broadbottom. Manchester is also visible beyond Werneth Low though a bit grey on this day.
Coombes Edge
The land slopes down towards Charlesworth and Broadbottom. Manchester is also visible beyond Werneth Low though a bit grey on this day.
Coombes Edge The edge forms a big curve. It is thought to be created by a natural landslip, though people have certainly used the exposed rocks. A dull day, the day after the clocks changed to GMT.
Coombes Edge
The edge forms a big curve. It is thought to be created by a natural landslip, though people have certainly used the exposed rocks. A dull day, the day after the clocks changed to GMT.
Mares Back Mares Back beneath Coombes Edge.
Mares Back
Mares Back beneath Coombes Edge.
Monk's Road
Monk's Road
Coombes Rocks
Coombes Rocks
Graffiti in the old loco shed At Dinting Railway Museum, now closed.
Graffiti in the old loco shed
At Dinting Railway Museum, now closed.
Derelict railway station Dinting, Glossop
Derelict railway station
Dinting, Glossop
Heron, Etherow River Heron taking off from Etherow River
Heron, Etherow River
Heron taking off from Etherow River
Holiday park, Charlesworth
Holiday park, Charlesworth
View South East from Hague End Pleasing view over the Etherow Valley towards the distant Dark Peak
View South East from Hague End
Pleasing view over the Etherow Valley towards the distant Dark Peak
Simmondley, Glossop Relatively new houses at Simmondley on the outskirts of Glossop. Recent heavy rain has made the field in the foreground somewhat wet.
Simmondley, Glossop
Relatively new houses at Simmondley on the outskirts of Glossop. Recent heavy rain has made the field in the foreground somewhat wet.
Gamesley Woodlands (wildlife pond) Gamesley Woodlands runs alongside the Manchester to Glossop rail line, it was originally railway sidings which formed part of the Mottram and Dinting Marshalling Yard. When the sidings closed pioneer tree species appeared, recently a bridleway has been laid and this pond constructed for the benefit of the public.
Gamesley Woodlands (wildlife pond)
Gamesley Woodlands runs alongside the Manchester to Glossop rail line, it was originally railway sidings which formed part of the Mottram and Dinting Marshalling Yard. When the sidings closed pioneer tree species appeared, recently a bridleway has been laid and this pond constructed for the benefit of the public.
Trees at Gamesley Off Melandra Castle Road.
Trees at Gamesley
Off Melandra Castle Road.
View towards Hargate Hill and Coombes Edge From Glossop Road, Gamesley.
View towards Hargate Hill and Coombes Edge
From Glossop Road, Gamesley.
Werneth Road, Simmondley Off Pennine Road.
Werneth Road, Simmondley
Off Pennine Road.
Mural and bench at Dinting Above the bench at Dinting Station is one of five murals created in 2014 by Glossop ceramicist Adrian Holt <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.adrianholt.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.adrianholt.com/">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> and members of Project Earth <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.highpeakarts.org/project-earth-2/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.highpeakarts.org/project-earth-2/">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> at High Peak Community Arts.
Mural and bench at Dinting
Above the bench at Dinting Station is one of five murals created in 2014 by Glossop ceramicist Adrian Holt LinkExternal link and members of Project Earth LinkExternal link at High Peak Community Arts.
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Higher Gamesley is located at Grid Ref: SK0093 (Lat: 53.440038, Lng: -1.9877374)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: High Peak

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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