Corks Lane Spring, Disley, Derbyshire

## Overview Corks Lane Spring is a charming roadside spring located in the village of Disley, on the western edge of the Peak District in Derbyshire, England. The spring flows from a stone spout into a traditional stone trough — a style of public drinking spring once common across the villages and lanes of northern England. Situated along Corks Lane, this small but reliable spring has served as a convenient water source for locals and passing walkers exploring the surrounding countryside. Disley itself sits at the foot of Lyme Park, a historic estate managed by the National Trust, and the area is rich in natural springs fed by the gritstone and sandstone geology of the Peak District's western fringe. The groundwater here filters through layers of Millstone Grit, a coarse sandstone formation that has supplied springs across the region for centuries. ## Directions 1. Head to the village of Disley, which lies just off the A6 between Stockport and Buxton in Cheshire/Derbyshire. 2. Find Corks Lane — a narrow road in the village. The spring is roadside and visible from the lane. 3. GPS coordinates: **53.35097, -2.026185** — use these for precise navigation, as the spring can be easy to miss if you're unfamiliar with the area. **Alternative nearby spring:** If conditions at Corks Lane Spring are not ideal (see below), Lymeview Spring, located just off Mudhurst Lane, is reported to draw from the same underground source but emerges at a different exit point. ## What to Expect The spring flows steadily from a stone spout into a stone trough set at the roadside — a pleasant and picturesque setup typical of Derbyshire's historic public springs. The water is generally clear and has been used by visitors as a drinking water source, though it has not been independently tested or certified. One important thing to be aware of: after periods of heavy rainfall, surface groundwater can mix into the spring's flow. You can check for this by inspecting the area directly behind the spring. If you notice standing groundwater pooling on top of or around the spring outlet, and the flow rate is unusually fast, it is likely that rainwater runoff has mixed with the spring water. In these conditions, the water quality may be compromised. If you arrive after heavy rain and suspect mixing, the nearby Lymeview Spring off Mudhurst Lane is a good alternative — it is believed to tap the same underground source but exits at a different point, potentially offering a cleaner flow during wet weather. The surrounding area is excellent for walking, with Lyme Park and the Peak District National Park both within easy reach. The spring makes a convenient stop for hikers filling up bottles before or after a walk through the estate or along the Gritstone Trail.