Harpur Hill, Buxton, SK17 9PU

Harpur Hill is a small village on the outskirts of Buxton, Derbyshire, England. It is in the Cote Heath ward of the High Peak Borough Council. The locality is noted for the former RAF Harpur Hill, a Royal Air Force station that operated from 1938 to 1960 and served primarily as an underground munitions storage facility. The site covered 500 acres (200 ha) and was the largest ammunitions dump in the country during its operational period. Today, the village retains a rural character, with its proximity to Buxton providing access to the town’s amenities while maintaining a quieter, more secluded atmosphere. The historical significance of the RAF site adds a unique heritage element to the area, offering a glimpse into the region’s wartime history. The postal district SK 17 places Harpur Hill within the broader Derbyshire postal region, indicating its location in the north‑west of England.