Derelict Linekilns
These abandoned and derelict lime kilns near Millers Dale station were once used to burn limestone to create quicklime. Quicklime has many uses from building construction to agriculture where it was used to reduce the acidity of the soil.
Since being a kid I have always wanted to explore the full length of the Monsal Trail in the Peak District, which follows a 9 mile stretch of old railway line from Bakewell to Blackwell Mill. At the time none of the tunnels were open so large detours had to be made following the Derwent River (that was over 30 years ago, mind!), but with the tunnels now opened it was a great trip to take the bike out on.
Derelict Linekilns
These abandoned and derelict lime kilns near Millers Dale station were once used to burn limestone to create quicklime. Quicklime has many uses from building construction to agriculture where it was used to reduce the acidity of the soil.
Since being a kid I have always wanted to explore the full length of the Monsal Trail in the Peak District, which follows a 9 mile stretch of old railway line from Bakewell to Blackwell Mill. At the time none of the tunnels were open so large detours had to be made following the Derwent River (that was over 30 years ago, mind!), but with the tunnels now opened it was a great trip to take the bike out on.