We started at Grindleford Station
We passed Padley Chapel. This is the sole surviving part of Padley Hall. The Chapel used to be the gatehouse. The Hall dates back to the 16th century when it was owned by Sir Thomas Fitzherbert.
In 1588, when there were threats of a Spanish invasion, a search party raided Padley and found two catholic priests. They were taken to Derby Gaol, tried and hanged.
Then via part of the Longshaw Estate
... with this spectacular array of autumnal colours (not sure that this photo captures the stunning beauty of this scene)
Down to Grindleford Bridge - which was first mentioned in despatches in 1577
This is the Toll Bar Cottage - where tolls from the Buxton branch of the Sheffield and Chapel Turnpike as well as from the Bakewell to Newhaven Turnpike were collected
The Derwent
Then up Froggatt Edge
View from the top looking towards Hathersage
Back to Grindleford Station via Haywood
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