A Glossary of terms used in this section

Scheduled Ancient Monument (SAM)

A statutory designation for an archaeological site, building, earthwork or other man-made structure which can date from pre-historic to modern times and which is scheduled for its national archaeological importance.

Site of Importance for Nature Conservation (SINC)

A non-statutory designation of a site of regional or county level importance encompassing geology and biodiversity.

Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI)

A statutory designation of a site of national or international geological or biodiversity importance identified by English Nature.

Sough

An underground channel used to drain water from lead mines.

Special Area of Conservation (SAC)

A statutory designation of a site of European geological or biodiversity importance which contributes to the Natura 2000 Network under Article 3(1) of the Habitats Directive.

Special Landscape Area

A non-statutory designation of the finest Derbyshire landscape, outside the Peak District National Park, to which are applied special planning policies designed to preserve and enhance its character.

Stockinger

A person, usually a man, who made stockings and other clothing using a knitting frame sometimes called a stocking frame.