웨스턴 어폰 트렌트‬에서 가장 멋진 ‪6‬개의 천연기념물

이곳은 계곡 아래 들판 끝, 개울가에 위치한 중세 시대의 해자 있는 영주 저택이었습니다. 16세기 후반에 언덕 위에 새로운 집이 지어지면서 철거되었는데, 그곳이 지금 언덕 꼭대기에 보이는 Risley Lodge Farm입니다.

A 9.21-hectare (approx. 23-acre) ancient oak woodland, cherished as a tranquil community nature spot. Declared a Local Nature Reserve in 1991, it boasts over 400 years of history, with features like spring bluebells, wildlife spotting (woodpeckers, squirrels), and a 0.6-mile circular walking trail.

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Not as steep as it seems

Calke Abbey lovely walks around the woods

Calke Abbey is a must visit site for anyone interested in ancient trees. The 1,000 year old Old Man of Calke may be the oldest, but there’s an 800 year old oak just a few metres away. The parkland is full of countless ancient and veteran trees rich in deadwood habitat, which is anything but dead as it’s brimming with saproxylic life.

Anchor Church caves are found in a Sandstone outcrop, close to Ingleby. The naturally formed caves have been extended by to form a dwelling (likely a hermitage around the 8th/9th century), complete with door and window holes. In more recent history (1840's) the owners of Foremarke Hall undertook some additional enhancements so they could use the caves as a summerhouse and picnic spot.

A true natural landmark for the area, situated in one of the quieter areas of Calke.