周辺の天然記念物・トップ11

Have driven out to ride here but the komoot 'upgrade' seems to be a way of forcing purchase and it won't now show me the route. Area is great though and well worth a visit - some major uphills but some great downhill sections. Will definitely be returning. Some of the paths are currently being dug up by the council so are currently closed.

In 1714, the crown of England controversially passed from the Stuart royal line to the Hanoverians. This 1734 monument is dedicated to Anne, the last Stuart monarch, and is unique in an English garden. It’s an almost treasonous statement by Thomas Wentworth, and hints at what he thought of the regime change.

Named after Lady Wentworth when she married the Earl of Eglinton, this well would have been an important water source for the people of the estate. The spring would have flowed into the stone trough in front of the doorway.

A late 18th Century folly, the grotto interior was once covered in shells. Few remain now unfortunately.

Extreme bog monster to get to this trig point

Wharncliffe Crags is a gritstone escarpment north-west of Sheffield and a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest. The area spans several miles and includes Wharncliffe Woods, home to diverse wildlife such as tree pipits, nightjars, newts, and dragonflies. The woods feature a network of forest tracks and trails ideal for exploration.

The base of a medieval wayside cross which now contains a triangulation pillar which lines up with the South Nab trig point 1km to the east. The cross is Grade II listed and marks an ancient packhorse route across the moor.

As you near the Peak District, you will experience a transformation in the surroundings. The region is renowned for its scenic hills, valleys, and delightful villages. Appreciate the evolving scenery as you move from urban regions to the rural and undulating terrain of the national park. Anticipate encountering frequent uphill stretches, as this route poses a challenge. At times, the inclines can be quite steep, requiring me to push a bike instead of cycling.