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All the United Kingdom England Stanton Lees

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Stanton Lees

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Stanton Lees, England

Updated February 17, 2020

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The Nine Ladies.

Stanton Lees, England

Nine Ladies Stone Circle

Legend says this little-known stone circle is formed from people petrified as punishment for dancing on the Sabbath.

Stanton Lees, England

Earl Grey Tower

This tower was constructed to commemorate the man who helped bring true democracy to the United Kingdom.
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Rowtor Rocks.

Derbyshire, England

Rowtor Rocks

This mysterious hilltop collection of Druid carvings isn't quite what it seems.
1 mile from Stanton Lees
Giddy Edge Path

Matlock Bath, England

Giddy Edge Path

This precipitous pathway with its wrought iron handrail was created by the Victorians as a tourist attraction.
3 miles from Stanton Lees
Partial remains  of Stanton shelter

Matlock, England

Bailey's Tump

A pile of earth left over from a water supply project was converted into an anti-aircraft installation during World War II.
3 miles from Stanton Lees
Ice cream on North Parade in Matlock Bath.

Matlock Bath, England

Matlock Bath

A seaside town with no sea in sight.
3 miles from Stanton Lees
Entrance to the Peak District Mining Museum

Matlock Bath, England

Peak District Lead Mining Museum

Explore the history of mining in this museum, or in a real mine from the 1920s.
3 miles from Stanton Lees
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