Woodhead, Glossop is situated in a market town within Derbyshire’s High Peak borough, about 15 miles east of Manchester and 24 miles northwest of Sheffield. The area offers a rural setting with historic railway heritage and proximity to both urban centres.
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Woodhead, Glossop lies within the market town of Glossop, which is part of the borough of High Peak in Derbyshire, England. The town is situated 15 miles (24 km) east of Manchester and 24 miles (39 km) north‑west of Sheffield. The area is historically linked to the Woodhead line, a railway that connected Sheffield, Penistone and Manchester. The line is notable for passing under the high moorlands of the northern Peak District via the Woodhead Tunnels. It was electrified in 1953 and the section between Hadfield and Penistone was closed in 1981. This heritage gives the locality a distinct character rooted in industrial history and scenic moorland surroundings. Residents benefit from the town’s market amenities and its connection to nearby larger cities.