Welcome to West Edge

West Edge is a stunning location in Derbyshire that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The area is known for its rugged terrain, with steep cliffs and rocky outcrops providing a dramatic backdrop to the landscape. Visitors to West Edge can enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, rock climbing, and mountain biking. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey, deer, and foxes, making it a popular destination for nature lovers.

One of the most striking features of West Edge is its geological history. The area is rich in fossils, with evidence of ancient marine life dating back millions of years. The rocks and cliffs of West Edge are a testament to the power of natural forces, with layers of sedimentary rock and volcanic ash providing a glimpse into the earth's past. Visitors to the area can explore the geology of West Edge through guided tours and educational exhibits, learning about the formation of the landscape and the creatures that once inhabited it.

West Edge is also a place of cultural significance, with a rich history dating back to the Bronze Age. The area is home to a number of ancient burial mounds and standing stones, which are thought to have been used for religious and ceremonial purposes. Visitors to West Edge can explore these ancient sites, learning about the customs and beliefs of the people who lived here thousands of years ago. The area is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the ruins of a medieval castle and a 17th-century manor house, providing a glimpse into the region's more recent past.

Local Schools

School	Details
Grindleford Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kate Gemmell	Sir William Hill Hope Valley Grindleford Derbyshire S32 2HS 01433630528 School Website
Curbar Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Beahan	Calver Bridge Hope Valley Calver Derbyshire S32 3XA 01433630266 School Website
Stoney Middleton C Of E C Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Andrea Tomlinson	High Street Hope Valley Stoney Middleton Derbyshire S32 4TL 01433630520 School Website
Eyam C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Oona Gilbertson	Church Street Hope Valley Eyam Derbyshire S32 5QH 01433630840 School Website
St Annes C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Marie Clark	School Lane Baslow Bakewell Derbyshire DE45 1RZ 01246583298 School Website
Hathersage St Michaels C Of E Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fiona Jackson	School Lane Hope Valley Hathersage Derbyshire S32 1BZ 01433650434 School Website
Pilsley C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Emma Bond	Pilsley Village Bakewell Derbyshire DE45 1UF 01246583203 School Website
Totley All Saints Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Maureen Andrews	Hillfoot Road Totley Sheffield South Yorkshire S17 4AP 1142361934 School Website
Totley Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ben Paxman	Sunnyvale Road Sheffield South Yorkshire S17 4FB 01142364482 School Website
Longstone C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Simon Beahan	The Cross Great Longstone Bakewell Derbyshire DE45 1TZ 07720435539 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Grindleford Station Road, Grindleford, Derbyshire, S32 2HY 1.49 Miles

Hathersage Back Lane, Hathersage, Derbyshire, S32 1DT 2.86 Miles

Bamford Station Approach, Off Saltergate Lane, Bamford, Derbyshire, S32 1EG 3.99 Miles

Dore & Totley Abbeydale Road South, Dore, South Yorkshire, S17 3LB 5.63 Miles

Hope (Derbyshire) Station Road, Hope, Derbyshire, S33 6RD 6.60 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Grindleford Private Hire 01433 630360 10 Derwent Close, Hope, Derbyshire, S32 2HD 0.75 Miles
Paul's Private Hire 07972 583586 8 New Road, Hope, Derbyshire, S32 5QY 1.66 Miles
Hathersage And Hope Valley Private Hire 01433 650740 9 Ladybower Drive, Hope, Derbyshire, S32 1DR 3.03 Miles
Jp Private Hire 01298 424002 1 Barleycrofts Cottages, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 8RG 4.47 Miles
An Executive Affair Ltd 0114 235 0700 96 Queen Victoria Road, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S17 4HU 4.97 Miles
Bakewell Business Travel 01629 813434 The Rock, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1DH 5.22 Miles
Mark Duesbury Cars 01246 566860 Bagthorpe Farm, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 7JH 5.45 Miles
Al's Taxis 07866 661188 Woodside Drive, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1ER 5.55 Miles
Abacus Cars 0114 289 1189 55 Longcroft Road, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 8XU 5.63 Miles
Tideswell Hire 01298 872255 8 Chantry Lane, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 8NP 5.91 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Froggatt Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stoke Hall Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grindleford Ex Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
The Hillock Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Calver Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
The Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Main Road Grindleford Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Outside Craft Centre Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stoney Middleton Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Townend Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eyam Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Gorse Ridge Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Calver Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Green Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:09:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Baslow Post Office Box Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr Goodwin & Partners	Main Road Grindleford Hope Valley Derbyshire S32 2HG
Eyam Surgery 01433 630836	The Surgery Church Street, Eyam Hope Valley Derbyshire S32 5QH
Baslow Health Centre 01246 582216	Baslow Health Centre Church Lane, Baslow Bakewell Derbyshire DE45 1SP
Dr Moseley 01433 659480	Units 4A & 5A Hathersage Park Station Road Hope Valley Derbyshire S32 1DP
Baslow Rd, Shoreham St & York Rd Srgies 0114 2369957	148 Baslow Road Totley Sheffield South Yorkshire S17 4DR

Local Stores

Baslow - Calver Road
Calver Road
Baslow
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1RP
01246 583489
shop.5012@coop.co.uk
Store Website
2.55 miles

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SPAR - Calver Sough
Calver Sough
Calver
Hope Valley
S32 3XH
01433 631994
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Hope Valley Veterinary Clinic
Hathersage Parish Rooms Main Road Hathersage Derbyshire S32 1BB 01433 651718 Website 3.36 miles
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Croft Veterinary Centre, Totley
77 Baslow Road Totley Sheffield Yorkshire S17 4DP 01142 621 444 info@croftveterinary.com Website 4.76 miles
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Bakewell Veterinary Clinic
Milford Farm Mill Street Bakewell Derbyshire DE45 1DX 01629 812035 5.16 miles

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Llm Farm Vets
Bakewell Show Office Agricultural Way Bakewell Derby Derbyshire DE45 1AH 01629 691692 derbys@llmvets.co.uk Website 5.26 miles

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Bakewell Equine Clinic
Unit 14 Ashford Road Deepdale Business Park Bakewell Derbyshire DE45 1GT 01629 810 351 equine@bakewellvets.co.uk Website 5.27 miles

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Hunters Bar Veterinary Group - Dronfield
Unit Five 39 Pentland Road Dronfield Woodhouse Dronfield Derbyshire S18 8ZQ 01246 410 810 huntersbar@cvsvets.co.uk Website 5.66 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Curbar
This Is A Fantastic Moderate Walk Offering Some Good Views And Interesting Scenery. Care Should Be Taken Especially When Descending From Curbar Edge Itself. S32 3YX 1.18 miles Take The A619 From Bakewell, Heading Towards Chesterfield. Upon Reaching A Roundabout, Follow Signs For Manchester And Stockport On The A623. Turn Left At The Mini Roundabout Through The Village. Stay On This Road Until You See Signs For Froggatt And Curbar. Turn Right, And Continue Until You Come To A Church. Turn Right Onto Curbar Hill. The Car Park Is On The Left When You Get Out Of The Village.

Froggatt
This Is A Fantastic Albeit Challenging Walk Through Woodland And Narrow English Lanes, The Steep Ascent To Froggatt Edge Is Rewarded By Breath-Taking Views At The Top. S11 7TZ 2.33 miles Take The A6187 From Sheffield, Heading Towards Hathersage. Turn Left Onto The A625 Following Signs For Froggatt. Shortly After Passing The Grouse Inn On Your Right Hand Side, Turn Right And Follow The Brown National Trust Signs For Parking.

Padley Gorge
This Is An Excellent Circular Walk Through The Ancient Woodland Of Padley Gorge Starting In The Longshaw Estate Before Crossing The B6521 To Follow Beside The Burbage Brook. The Walk Travels South On The Western Bank Of The River Before Crossing And Returning Along The Eastern Bank. The Thick Tree Canopy And Running Water Ensures That This Walk Remains Cool Throughout The Summer. Whilst The Moss Covered Boulders And Many Ferns Help To Make This Feel Like A Truely Magical Place. Dogs Must Be Kept On Their Lead Whilst Passing Through The Longshaw Estate. S11 7TY 2.59 miles From Hathersage Continue Towards Sheffield On The A6187. Turn Right Following Signs Of The National Trust Longshaw Estate, The Turn Right Following The Signs For The Car Park And Estate Visitor Centre.

Bakewell And The Monsal Trail
Bakewell Is A Well-Loved Market Town Offering A Mixture Of Fantastic Footpaths And Trails To Explore. DE45 1GE 4.91 miles Bakewell Is Located On The A6, Between Buxton To The North, And Matlock To The South.

Houndkirk Road
Huge Views Of Sheffield, Chesterfield And Beyond Houndkirk Rd Sheffield S11 7TU 5.06 miles

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Chatsworth Park
A Circular Walk Through Chatsworth Park, Passing By Chatsworth House And Through The Village Of Edensor, Then Along The Bank Of The River Derwent. DE4 2NX 5.10 miles From The M6: Take J29 Chesterfield And Follow The Brown Signs. From Matlock: Take The A6, Then The B6012.

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