Here stands the remains of Bateman's House, originally built in 1830 by the Lathkill Dale Mining Company to cover a 12m shaft that was housing a water-powered pump. The house was later used to home the company's agent James Bateman, and is today owned by English Nature and grants the public access to explore.

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April 7, 2024

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Bateman's House, Lathkill Dale Bateman's house (named after the mine owner who built it and lived here) was built directly over the 12m deep shaft used for draining the nearby lead mines.

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1. Lathkill Dale via Bradford Dale loop — Peak District National Park

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2. Lathkill Dale Nature Reserve via River Lathkill — Peak District National Park

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3. Upper Lathkill Dale – View of Lathkill Dale loop from Over Haddon CP

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04:00

260m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 240 m

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Wednesday 21 January

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Max wind speed: 30.0 km/h

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Location: Over Haddon, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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Bateman's House Ruins

1. Lathkill Dale via Bradford Dale loop — Peak District National Park

2. Lathkill Dale Nature Reserve via River Lathkill — Peak District National Park

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