Description: This postcard is from the B.B. London Series, reference no. G32. The date of the postmark is 22 September 1908. The road from Grangemill to Cromford was constructed through the Griffe Grange Valley in the 1790's by Philip Gell of Hopton Hall and given the name Via Gellia, the purpose was to improve access between the family lead mines at Carsington and a smelter at Cromford. Now the valley, as well as the road, is more commonly known as Via Gellia. The trade name Vyella originated from the fabric that was once produced at one of the textile mills in the valley. (extracted from the very helpful Peak District Cottages website)