Mountains & hills · East Midlands
Combs Head
In or near Dove Holes.
Combs Head — a hill or mountain in england east midlands.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Nearest railway station
- Buxton · 2.7 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Combs Head is a named hill or mountain in england east midlands, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Combs Head is a mountain located in the East Midlands. It is known for its distinctive profile and offers opportunities for walking and outdoor activities. The area features varied terrain and scenic views, making it suitable for both casual walkers and more experienced hikers. Visitors can expect a natural setting that provides a peaceful escape from urban life.
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- Coordinates
- 53.2785, -1.9405
- County
- Derbyshire
- District
- High Peak
- Parish
- High Peak, unparished area
- Postcode
- SK17 6SU
- Parliamentary constituency
- High Peak
- Nearest railway station
- Buxton — 2.7 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-12616390 (CC BY 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Combs Head?
- Combs Head is in Derbyshire, the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode SK17 6SU), in the parish of High Peak, unparished area.
- What is Combs Head?
- Combs Head — a hill or mountain in england east midlands.
- How do I get to Combs Head?
- The nearest railway station is Buxton, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode SK17 6SU.
- How do I get to Combs Head?
- The nearest railway station is Buxton, about 2.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SK17 6SU.