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Heritage
Morley has a great variety of heritage sites, buildings, earthworks, a Roman road, a nature reserve, and sites of special scientific interest. over the last few years the Parish Council has participated in Amber Valley's September Autumn Walking Festival by producing a leaflet and hosting a guided Heritage Trail walk, calling at sites of interest and using some of the many footpaths that criss-cross the village.
For information about these walks ring 01773 841488
Morley Heritage Trail 2009
The seventh ‘Autumn Footprints ’ started on Saturday September 12th 2009. The launch was at Shipley Park.For the second walk in the 2009 programme ,Yvonne and Frank Arkless lead the Morley Heritage Trail helped by Veronica Cordon and Jill Bailey on behalf of Morley Parish Council.
On a splendid fine warm and sunny afternoon, thirty two people set off from Morley Hayes, walking to Moor Farm ,across Morleymoor, visiting the Almshouses and then down to the Breadsall Priory viewpoint. From there the walk took us to the Mound, St Matthew’s Church, where refreshments were taken , and many walkers visited the Sacheverell-Bateman mausoleum. Our return took us past the Gripps, the water tower and back to Morley Hayes.
Along the way various natural, architectural and historic features were pointed out and their importance described. The bonus was the splendid weather which enhanced the beauty of the countryside along the way and allowed extensive views over the area. From their favourable comments everyone seemed to enjoy the event and hopefully their experience will encourage a good turnout next year.
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