LOCAL AREA

Blackwall is a small hamlet bordering the pretty village and civil parish of Kirk Ireton, four miles southwest of Wirksworth, on a hillside near Carsington Water, 700ft above sea level.

In the quiet backwaters of the countryside, this is a friendly village with a thriving community spirit. Although Kirk Ireton is small, it is renowned for its popular country pub, the Barley Mow Inn. Originally a handsome, Jacobean-style house dating back to 1683, it is now one of the very few remaining old English pubs to have retained the traditional image of what a public house used to look like in times past. In addition, is its village store, and pretty 12th century, partly Norman, parish church which is the focal point of the village.

The home, yet peaceful and private, benefits immensely from many local amenities the nearby market towns of Ashbourne (known as the “Gateway to the Peak District”) and Wirksworth have to offer. There is no shortage of places to eat locally too with well-known gastro pubs not far away. There is an array of highly regarded local schools within an easy commute, both within the village itself and larger well reputed secondary schools close by. There are also notable independent establishments just a short drive away.

The recreational activities surrounding the area are vast ranging from sporting activities at the nearby Carsington Water Reservoir to cycling on the Tissington Trail as well as walking the many countryside routes in places such as Dovedale and Thorpe Cloud. Carsington Water officially opened by HM the Queen in 1992, instantly became one of Derbyshire’s top tourist attractions.

The area attracts walkers and hikers owing to the stunning local landscape of the nearby Peak District National Park where the places to visit are endless. The nearby market town of Wirksworth is a magnet for lovers of history and heritage with its stone buildings and intricate network of narrow lanes, yards, and alleys.

The transport links here are excellent with Derby being just over ten miles away where there is access to major road networks, as well as regular trains direct to London St Pancras. Alongside Ashbourne and Wirksworth, there are other well-known market towns not too far away such as Matlock, Buxton, and the historic town of Bakewell.

Information

Services

The property benefits from mains water via a private pipe. Oil fired central heating throughout. Private drainage via septic tank.

12kw solar PV system positioned in the garden.

Two electric car charging points.

High-speed gigabit Fibre internet.

Other Information

This building is listed under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 as amended for its special architectural or historic interest.

Tenure

Freehold

Local Authority

Derbyshire Dales

Viewing Arrangements

Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 07970 926418 / 07852 877164

Website

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