Why is Alport Heights car park closed?

The official National Trust sign simply stated that the car park was closed, which was evident with the concrete blocks preventing access to the site.

How high is Alport Heights?

1,030 ft
The hill is sometimes known as Alport Stone after the name of the conspicuous pillar of quarried gritstone, some 20 ft (6.1 m) high, near its summit….

How do you get to Alport Castle?

It’s a circular walk starting from Fairholmes car park you head away from the reservoir, ascending up through the woods before it flattens, you then continue on the edge of Rowlee Pasture all the way to Alport Castles.

Where Is Shining Cliff Woods?

Shining Cliff Wood lies on the western bank of the River Derwent adjacent to the A6 between Ambergate and Whatstandwell. Access to the wood is by public footpaths Alderwasley and Ambergate.

Where do you park for Alport Castles?

Follow the walk by clicking on the map pins or downloading the guide below

Who owns Shining Cliff Woods?

The woods include an SSSI. Some of the woodland is owned and managed by Grith Fyrd Pioneers, but the Eastern part is (like Alport Height some 2 km to the west), in the ownership of the National Trust, and part of their South Peak Estate.

Who owns Oakhurst house ambergate?

In 2000 the wireworks and estate were purchased by the Lichfield Group and the wireworks are now used as industrial storage. The stables and various other estate buildings are now leased as private accommodation.

What is Alport disease?

Alport syndrome is a disease that damages the tiny blood vessels in your kidneys. It can lead to kidney disease and kidney failure. It can also cause hearing loss and problems within the eyes.

Where do you park for Shining Cliff Woods?

Drive or walk to the parking area on Higg Lane by the woods. To drive there, go out of the cottage and turn right up Pendleton Lane, turn left at the top of the lane and then take the first left down Higg Lane. The parking area for the woods is on your right.

Is Alport syndrome painful?

Corneal erosion in which there is loss of the outer layer of the covering of the eyeball, leading to pain, itching, or redness of the eye, or blurred vision. Abnormal coloring of the retina, a condition called dot-and-fleck retinopathy. It doesn’t cause vision problems, but can help diagnose Alport syndrome.

How do I get to the Shining Cliff Woods?

Access to the wood is by public footpaths from Alderwasley, Ambergate or through Peak Pits wood. There are no dedicated parking facilities.

Where are the views from Alport Heights derbsyhire?

A gentle walk that heads out to the local landmark of Alport Stone. Heading out from Belper Lane End the views are primarily of the Derwent Valley whilst the return route offers views across the Ecclesbourne Valley. Pick the right day and the views from Alport Heights can extend as far as the Wrekin in Shropshire.

Where do you turn left on Alport Heights Walk?

Cross a broken stile by Handley Farm and continue downhill until you reach Wilder Brook. Cross the brook and head uphill, keeping close to the right-hand boundary of the field. At the top of the field exit it via a squeeze stile and turn right to join the track to Hillside.

How tall is Alport Stone in Peak District?

A popular picnic site and local landmark with extensive views of the Derwent and Ecclesbourne valleys. Alport Stone is the name of the pillar of quarried gritstone, some 20 ft high, which stands at the summit of Alport Heights.

How tall are the masts at Alport Heights?

1. Having seven masts adorned by satellite dishes and receivers, Alport Heights at 1,034 feet above sea level is a distinctive landmark from miles around. The nine-acre site was acquired by the National Trust in 1930, their first scenic acquisition in Derbyshire.