Stanton in Peak

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Is a village in the Peak District, Derbyshire, It is about seven miles north-west of Matlock, on the North side of Stanton Moor, from Birchover. There is a fine medieval, Parish Church, many fine stone houses, with mullion windows. There is also a stately home, Stanton Park, a combination of the English Classical style, and later Palladian alterations, which is a private House.

[edit] History

The village is situated close to several prehistoric monuments, including Doll Tor and Nine Ladies, and several stone circles on Stanton Moor. Some people believe that the area was once used by Druids as a ceremonial worship site. This theory is supported by the local stone circles. There is also Grey Tower, raised as a monument to Charles Earl Grey.

Coordinates: 53°10′N 1°39′W / 53.167, -1.65