Rowsley, The Village c.1955
Photo ref: R300011
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This view from the centre of Rowsley has the Peacock Hotel, its famous landmark, on the right. The tree-covered hill in the distance is Peak Tor, a name which echoes the ancient Old English name for the district.

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