Chrome Hill

Hartington Middle Quarter

Chrome Hill

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Chrome Hill

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One of the most distinctive hills in the Peak District, exploring Chrome Hill is a fantastic experience. It might be hard to get your head around, but despite its considerable distance from the coastline, this is actually a limestone reef knoll, a remnant of a long gone oceanic landscape. As a result, the hill is made up of ancient sea creatures and fossils can readily be seen.

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Location: Hartington Middle Quarter, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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September 28, 2018

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Chrome Hill, and its smaller neighbour Parkhouse Hill, are amongst some of the most distinctive hills in the Peak District. Commonly known as the ‘Dragon’s Back’, the hill boasts amazing views and a wonderful challenge.

Tom

March 1, 2019

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Chrome hill is another of the unique ones around the area, and another unforgiving climb, but as said before these hills are worth the climb, hike, scramble to the top as you wont find many as challenging.

Anton

September 26, 2020

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Depending which way you approach there is ,if you take this route,a little scramble up or down

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Elevation 410 m

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There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Location: Hartington Middle Quarter, Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, East Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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