Milltown Lane

Milltown Lane is described, along with Harcombe Lane, as a 'lane' lined with trees. It is explicitly stated that Milltown Lane is not woodland in the strict sense of the Phase 1 analysis system used in the woodland research. The presence of Dog's mercury (Mercurialis perennis) is considered to be an indicator of where woodland once stood, rather than an indicator of the nature of the tree-lined lane seen today. Lanes like Milltown Lane, lined with trees, indicate that many years ago they were possibly footpaths though woodland that has since been cleared.

Milltown Lane runs steeply uphill from the Sid Road at Sidcliffe. Initially tarmac but soon deteriorating into a rough stoney terrain and then eventually entering the upper woodland where a steep flight of steps lead to the Lockyer Observatory. The difficulties of navigating this path for anyone with mobility issues cannot be overemphasized!