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Bakewell CP topographic map

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Bakewell CP

The Manchester, Buxton, Matlock and Midlands Junction Railway opened Bakewell railway station in 1862, then became part of the Midland Railway and later of the LMS main line from London to Manchester. John Ruskin objected to what he saw as desecration of the Derbyshire countryside and to the fact that "a Buxton fool may be able to find himself in Bakewell in twelve minutes and vice versa." In return for the Duke of Rutland's permission for the line to pass through his estate at Haddon Hall, Bakewell station buildings on the hillside overlooking the town are more imposing than expected and the Duke's coat of arms is carved in the stonework. Such pandering to landowners was common at the time, as their support was needed to pass the Act of Parliament allowing the line to be built. However, the inconvenient altitude of the line forced Bakewell station to be placed out of town, as the Duke insisted it be out of sight of Haddon Hall. These buildings are now used by small businesses, as the line between Matlock and Buxton was closed in 1968. Most of it has been designated the Monsal Trail, a bridle path for walking, cycling and riding.

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Name: Bakewell CP topographic map, elevation, terrain.

Location: Bakewell CP, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom (53.19692 -1.73272 53.22855 -1.63457)

Average elevation: 194 m

Minimum elevation: 103 m

Maximum elevation: 353 m

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Gear up for your next adventure:

🔋Solar Power Banks - Keep your GPS and phone charged during multi-day expeditions
🥤Hiking Water Bottles - Reusable bottles for hydration on the trail
🥾Hiking Boot Waterproofing Wax - Maintain the lifespan of your leather trekking boots
🧣Neck Gaiters - Protects against wind and sun on exposed ridges and peaks
Lightweight Solo Tents - Backpacking tents designed for wild camping in the UK highlands

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