Kinder Scout & Dark Peak, National Trust
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Kinder Scout & Dark Peak Area, National Trust Mam Tor
Known as the 'shivering mountain' after the Bronze Age, Mam Tor continued to be used as a defensive structure.
Iron Age settlers built imposing hill forts on its summit. Iron Age quern stones have been found at various sites across the area, implying extensive arable farming at that time.
Kinder Mass Trespass
On 24 April 1932, Kinder, an area of private land, was invaded by approximately 400 people. These people were ramblers from the surrounding towns and villages.
They converged to launch a mass trespass in support of their access rights to the land. This event was monumental in gaining access rights for ramblers across the country. You can find out more about the Kinder Mass Trespass here.
Upper Derwent Valley
1912–1916: Gothic-style dams were built to contain the waters of Howden and Derwent Reservoirs using 1.2 million tons of stone from Bole Hill Quarry.
1943: RAF bomber pilots flew secret practice runs along the Upper Derwent Valley. The Derwent and Howden reservoirs were used as stand-ins for the Ruhr dams of industrial Germany.
National Trust acquisitions
1.5 miles west of Chapel-en-le-Frith, the 6-acre summit of Eccles Pike was given by Mrs MM Spencer to commemorate the coronation of George VI. The remaining 29 acres was bought in 1990 with a gift from Mr GH Sugden.
Dalehead was bought with Derbyshire and Peak District Appeal funds and a Countryside Commission grant. It has been renovated and is now in use as a bunkhouse (group accommodation) sleeping 20 people.
Kinder Scout was purchased in 1982 with grants from the National Heritage Memorial Fund and the Countryside Commission, a bequest, and money from a special appeal by the Derbyshire and Peak District Appeal Fund.
Derwent and Howden moors, originally part of Hardwick Hall estates, were transferred to the National Trust through National Land Fund procedures.
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facebook.comExpore to Derwent Valley, with stunning views across the Dark Peak
Planting Sphagnum moss www.nationaltrust.org.uk/darkpeak National Trust in the Midlands
Two birds eye views of Kinder Scout, 7 Years apart. Since 1982, the National Trust Wardens, Rangers & Volunteers have been working tirelessly to restore this iconic part of the Peak District. Now it's clear to see what a massive difference the hard work has made over the last 35 years. What was once black exposed peat soil is now covered in heather, cotton grass, bilberry, moss and many other moorland plants.
Great evening out yesterday with the Eastern Moors Partnership. Seeing and learning all about the Red Deer that live in the Dark Peak. National Trust in the Midlands
Looking towards Edale, from Kinder Scout National Trust in the Midlands
Jacobs Ladder, Kinder Scout National Trust National Trust in the Midlands
The beautiful Vale of Edale National Trust in the Midlands
Who fancies something a bit different then? Fancy helping your local mountain rescue Team ? A chance to get all poshed-up, wine and dine and indulge in fine conversation in a convivial atmosphere ? Of course you do. So join the Kinder Mountain Rescue Team (KMRT) on Saturday 14th October at Shrigley Hall Hotel, Cheshire for their 4th annual Charity Ball. This year it's being held in honour of our late friend and KMRT Chairman, Ken Blakeman who passed away on the hill during a team call out . All proceeds go to the team, some of whom will be there on the night, to continue the good work. There are still a few places left so don't miss out - tickets available from the KMRT Fundraising Officer Sally Barnett on 07742 811938 .... They're also looking for Donations towards the Raffle and Auction if any local businesses can help . Thank you
A view from above. The Snake Pass, taken from the air by one of our Estate Rangers. National Trust in the Midlands
Rangers gearing up for airlifting. Moving material onto the moor for conservation works to restore and protect the High Peak Moors. National Trust in the Midlands Photo credit: Estate Team Rangers
Our estate team have been hard at work blocking gullies to help reduce erosion, slow the rate of run-off and hold more water on the moor. Photo - Volunteer Patrol Ranger David West
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