Fall Hill Quarry

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Fall Hill Quarry is a Site of Special Scientific Interest in Derbyshire, covering 0.04 km². It is one of 95 SSSIs in the county. The nearest railway station is Matlock, about 6.2 km to the west. Eastern Peak District Moors and Masson Hill are among the SSSIs within 6.5 km.

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