Welcome to Alkmonton

Alkmonton is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Dove and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 11th century when it was mentioned in the Domesday Book. The village has a population of around 200 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere.

One of the main attractions of Alkmonton is the St. John the Baptist Church. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a Grade II listed building. The church has a beautiful Norman doorway and a 14th-century tower. The church is open to visitors and is a popular destination for tourists who want to explore the history of the village.

Alkmonton is also known for its beautiful countryside and scenic walks. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and fields, making it the perfect destination for hikers and nature lovers. The River Dove runs through the village and is a popular spot for fishing and canoeing. The village also has a number of footpaths and bridleways that offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Overall, Alkmonton is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the history and natural beauty of Derbyshire.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 7.3°C

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Wind: 14.5 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Longford Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elise Piper-Hadfield	Main Street Longford Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 3DR 1335330364 School Website
Church Broughton C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Andrew Rudge	Main Street Church Broughton Derby Derbyshire DE65 5AS 01283585301 School Website
Long Lane Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Teresa Bosley	Long Lane Dalbury Lees Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 5BJ 01332824339 School Website
Sudbury Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michelle Hannaford	School Lane Sudbury Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 5HZ 01283585251 School Website
Heath Fields Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Mark Whyman	Field Avenue Hatton Derby Derbyshire DE65 5EQ 01283813255 School Website
Marston Montgomery Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Teresa Bosley	Thurvaston Road Marston Montgomery Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 2FF 01889590373 School Website
Hilton Spencer Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Gary Staddon	Peacroft Lane Hilton Derby Derbyshire DE65 5GH 1283732334 School Website
Osmaston C Of E Vc Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jcs Hart	Osmaston Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 1LW 01335343140 School Website
Richard Wakefield Cofe Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanne Lowe	Burton Street Tutbury Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE13 9NR 1283247535 School Website
Brailsford C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Nicola Foulds	Luke Lane Brailsford Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 3BY 01335360393 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Tutbury And Hatton Station Road, Hatton, Derbyshire, DE65 5DX 4.24 Miles

Uttoxeter Station Road, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8XG 6.66 Miles

Willington The Green, Willington, Derbyshire, DE65 6BN 7.83 Miles

Burton-On-Trent Borough Road, Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2DA 8.46 Miles

Derby Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU 10.08 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Eazy Travel Minibus Hire 07966 371984 34 Eaton Close, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5ED 3.89 Miles
Adr Carsltd 01283 814937 18 Heath Way, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5EN 4.08 Miles
Legacy Derby Chauffeur Services 07960 617912 34 Heath Way, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5EN 4.08 Miles
Evets Classic Cars 01283 734538 Unit 20 Hilton Industrial Estate, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5FE 4.13 Miles
Hilton Private Hire 01283 736888 Unit 24/Hilton Ind Est/Sutton La, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5FE 4.13 Miles
Hilton Cars 01283 736888 Unit 19 Hilton Industrial Estate, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5FE 4.13 Miles
Alfie's Private Hire 01283 814915 25 Wakefield Avenue, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9JU 4.76 Miles
Dovelin Cars 01889 567055 Victory Farm, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 5JS 4.99 Miles
Etwall Cars 01283 209878 6 Blakelow Drive, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 6NN 5.11 Miles
Ashbourne Taxis 01335 345198 Blenheim Road, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 1HA 5.67 Miles

Local Post Boxes

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Hoargate Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Rodsley No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Cropper Top No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Yeavley No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:08:30

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dove River 01283 585215	Dove River Practice Gibb Lane Sudbury, Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 5HY
Tutbury Health Centre 01283 812210	Tutbury Health Centre Monk Street, Tutbury Burton On Trent Staffordshire DE13 9NA
Tattersall & Partners (Branch) 01283 812455	Tutbury Health Centre Monk Street Tutbury Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE13 9NA
Brailsford & Hulland Medical Practice 01335 360328	Brailsford Medical Centre The Green, Brailsford Derby Derbyshire DE6 3BX
Wellbrook Medical Centre 01283 732406	Wellbrook Medical Centre Welland Road, Hilton Derby Derbyshire DE65 5GZ

Local Stores

Hatton
Station Road
Hatton
Derby
Derbyshire
DE65 5EL
01283 520097
Store Website
4.20 miles

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SPAR - Rocester
60 High Street
Rocester
ST14 5JU
01889 590 255
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Peakfield Farm Vets
The Stable Sapperton Manor, Sapperton Lane Church Broughton Derby Derbyshire DE65 5AU 01283 243363 chris.butterworth@peakfieldsfarmvets.co.uk Website 1.42 miles

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Llm Farm Vets Derbyshire (Ashbourne)
Units D And E Ednaston Business Centre Hollington Road, Ednaston Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 3AE 01335 361 420 Ashbourne@llmvets.co.uk Website 3.89 miles

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Glenthorne Veterinary Group
The White House 37 Monk Street Tutbury Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE13 9NA 01283 813343 enquiries@glenthornevets.co.uk 4.58 miles
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Scarsdale Veterinary Group
6 Witham Close Egginton Road Hilton Derby Derbyshire DE65 5JR 01283 732999 post@scarsdalevets.com Website 4.80 miles

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Sarah Smith Cardiology
Ivy Court Willington Road Etwall Derby Derbyshire DE65 6JG 01283 733766 referrals@sarahsmithcardiology.co.uk Website 5.16 miles
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Etwall Vets
Eggington Road Etwall Derby Derbyshire DE65 6NB 01283 704768 reception@etwallvets.co.uk Website 5.19 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Kedleston Hall And Estate
Unnamed Road Derby DE22 5JH 7.44 miles

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Jacksonand#039;S Bank
Mixture Of Flat, Surfaced Pathways And Narrow, Hilly Paths Through Woodland In The National Forest. There Is A Free Carpark And Small Picnic Area With Benches At The Start Of The Walk. There Are A Variety Of Paths To Take Ranging From A Short Circuit Of About 20-30 Minutes To A Much Longer Circular Walk Of Over An Hour. Some Of The Smaller Paths Can Get Muddy In Winter, But The Main Path Remains Relatively Dry And Flat Year Round. Rd 8.97 miles

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Trent And Mersey Canal Path (Burton)
The Trent And Mersey Canal Path From Branston To Barton Marina Is A Relatively Long But Even Route With Several Bridges, Locks, And The Opportunity To View Wildlife Along The Way. Tatenhill Lane Branston Burton-On-Trent DE14 3EZ 9.46 miles The Bridge Inn Has A Small, Free Car Park For Customers, But There Is Also Free Parking At Branston Water Park (De14 3Hd).

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Dimmingsdale
Dimmingsdale. Located Between Oakamoor Village And Alton Village Staffordshire. Woodland Walks With Hills And Valleys To Roam. There Is A Cafe/Restaurant The Ramblers Retreat Where You Can Park For Free, At The Ramblers Retreat There Are Huts For You To Sit In With Your Dogs And Enjoy A Cup Of Tea Or A Meal Red Rd Alton Stoke-On-Trent ST10 4BU 9.54 miles

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Allestree Park
Allestree Park Is A Large Park With Woodland Paths, Paved Paths And A Lake To Walk Round. You Could Avoid The Hills By Walking Along The Top Of The Golf Course But Is Set On A Big Hill. Toilets Available At One End Of The Park. Several Different Entrances And At Least 2 Car Parks. Allestree Park Duffield Road 9.80 miles

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Carsington Water
Carsington Water Is A Reservoir Operated By Severn Trent Water, Located In Derbyshire, On The Doorstep Of The Peak District National Park. It Is An Area With A Good Amount Of Wildlife, With A Wildlife Centre And Bird Hides Along The Route. The Walk Itself Is Relatively Easy, In Terms Of Level Walking Through Fields And Woodland. DE6 1ST 9.86 miles Leave M1 At Junction 28, Signposted Derby. Leave A38 For The A610 Towards Ambergate. At A6, Turn Right To Matlock, Then Left Onto B5035 To Wirksworth. At T-Junction With B5023, Turn Right & Then Left To Re-Join The B5035, And Continue For 4-Miles.

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Weather Forecast

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