Elton, Derbyshire

Elton is a village in central Derbyshire, England, and lies within the Peak District. Its nearest towns are Bakewell and Matlock. Elton is on a hillside overlooking a rock formation known as Robin Hood's Stride. It lies on the division between gritstone and limestone countryside and there are examples of buildings and walls constructed with both types of stone in the village. It is a popular destination for cyclists and tourists. HistoryThe area used to be known for lead mining. An Iron Age fort, Castle Ring, is near the village. Elton was mentioned in the Domesday book in 1086 when it was owned by Henry de Ferrers. GeographyElton is on a hillside overlooking a rock formation known as Robin Hood's Stride. It lies on the division between gritstone and limestone countryside and there are examples of buildings and walls constructed with both types of stone in the village. The nearest towns are Bakewell and Matlock. At above sea level, Elton is less sheltered from the wind than settlements at lower elevation, and it therefore has a reputation for being cold. The highest point on Elton Moor, known as Blake Low, is above sea level; at this location is Elton Common trig point (TP3057). This area of Elton Moor offers spectacular views on a clear day. There is an interpretation board here that explains how the landscape has changed from the past mining activities and points out the effects on a scarred adjacent field. It shows notable points of the Peak District that can be seen from this viewpoint, including Kinder Scout and Mam Tor, some considerable distance away. It states how this is one of the best viewpoints of the Peak District.

Elton is a village in central Derbyshire, England, and lies within the Peak District. Its nearest towns are Bakewell and Matlock. Elton is on a hillside overlooking a rock formation known as Robin Hood's Stride. It lies on the division between gritstone and limestone countryside and there are examples of buildings and walls constructed with both types of stone in the village. It is a popular destination for cyclists and tourists. HistoryThe area used to be known for lead mining. An Iron Age fort, Castle Ring, is near the village. Elton was mentioned in the Domesday book in 1086 when it was owned by Henry de Ferrers. GeographyElton is on a hillside overlooking a rock formation known as Robin Hood's Stride. It lies on the division between gritstone and limestone countryside and there are examples of buildings and walls constructed with both types of stone in the village. The nearest towns are Bakewell and Matlock. At above sea level, Elton is less sheltered from the wind than settlements at lower elevation, and it therefore has a reputation for being cold. The highest point on Elton Moor, known as Blake Low, is above sea level; at this location is Elton Common trig point (TP3057). This area of Elton Moor offers spectacular views on a clear day. There is an interpretation board here that explains how the landscape has changed from the past mining activities and points out the effects on a scarred adjacent field. It shows notable points of the Peak District that can be seen from this viewpoint, including Kinder Scout and Mam Tor, some considerable distance away. It states how this is one of the best viewpoints of the Peak District.