Hayfield branch

The branch opened, in 1868, to serve the villages along the valley of the River Sett and the local mills.

[1] Passenger numbers were high especially in the summer months, as the line provided easy access to the countryside.

Unlike some neighbouring lines, the station also enjoyed an hourly Sunday service which was popular with walkers.

A short-lived continuation of the line was built in the early 20th century to convey materials and workmen during the construction of Kinder Reservoir.

[3] The line was purchased from British Rail by Derbyshire County Council in 1973 and now forms the Sett Valley Trail.