Bank Pit Spring (Illy-Willy Water)

Bank Pit Spring (Illy-Willy Water)

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Bank Pit Spring (Illy-Willy Water)

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Location: Chelmorton, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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Jo | The Wandering Wildflower

June 26, 2022

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According to the notice board, this spring used to be the water supply for the village of Chelmorton. It was known as the Illy Willy Water and lies at the head of Grove Rake, an important lead mining site.

Tom

August 16, 2024

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Known as "Illy-Willy Water" this spring was the source of Chelmorton's water until the late 19th century.

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Elevation 430 m

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Wednesday 7 October

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38 %

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Max wind speed: 22.0 km/h

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Location: Chelmorton, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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Bank Pit Spring (Illy-Willy Water)

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#3.

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