Welcome to Clay Cross

Clay Cross is a small town located in the North East of Derbyshire, England. The town has a rich history, with its name derived from the clay pits that were once used to produce pottery. The town was also a hub for coal mining during the 19th and 20th centuries, with many of the local residents working in the mines. Today, the town has a population of around 10,000 people and is known for its friendly community and beautiful countryside.

One of the most notable landmarks in Clay Cross is the Clay Cross Tower, which stands at 200 feet tall and was built in 1953 to commemorate the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. The tower is a popular spot for visitors, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Another popular attraction in the town is the Clay Cross Heritage Centre, which showcases the town's rich history and offers a range of exhibitions and events throughout the year.

Despite its small size, Clay Cross has a thriving local economy, with a range of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants. The town is also home to a number of schools and community facilities, including a leisure centre and library. With its rich history, stunning countryside, and friendly community, Clay Cross is a hidden gem in the heart of Derbyshire.

Local Schools

School	Details
Sharley Park Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Nicola Stevenson	Pilsley Road Danesmoor Clay Cross Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 9BN 01246864833 School Website
Holmgate Primary School And Nursery Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Tim Priestley	Holmgate Road Clay Cross Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 9QD 01246862270 School Website
Tupton Hall School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Knowles	Station New Road Old Tupton Chesterfield S42 6LG 1246863127 School Website
Tupton Primary And Nursery Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Katherine Richards	Queen Victoria Road New Tupton Chesterfield Derbyshire S42 6DY 1246862191 School Website
Park House Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Stephanie Kavanagh	Rupert Street Lower Pilsley Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 8DB 01246851185 School Website
North Wingfield Primary And Nursery Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachael Peacock	80 Chesterfield Road North Wingfield Derbyshire S42 5LE 1246851176 School Website
Stretton Handley Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Nicholson	Beresford Lane Woolley Moor Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6FH 01246590418 School Website
Pilsley Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Lynn Brook	Station Road Pilsley Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 8EU 01773872378 School Website
Grassmoor Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Sharon James	North Wingfield Road Grassmoor Chesterfield Derbyshire S42 5EP 01246850349 School Website
Mickley Infant School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Miss Sara Street	Milton Avenue Stretton Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6GG 01773832707 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chesterfield Corporation Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 7UB 4.95 Miles

Alfreton Mansfield Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7JQ 5.01 Miles

Matlock Station Yard, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3NA 6.27 Miles

Matlock Bath Dale Road, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, DE4 5JA 6.38 Miles

Cromford Lea Road, Cromford, Derbyshire, DE4 5JJ 6.70 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
A2b Cars 01246 863800 Market Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9JE 0.04 Miles
Shaws Taxis Ltd 01246 863840 20-22 Thanet Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9JR 0.22 Miles
Mick's Minibus Hire 01246 864873 20-22 Thanet Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9JR 0.22 Miles
Cross County Cars 01246 862800 20-22 Thanet Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9JR 0.22 Miles
Way 2 Travel 01246 864557 160 North Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9PT 0.69 Miles
Prestige Cars 01246 864743 9 Ford St, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6YN 1.28 Miles
Lincoln Chauffeur Executive Services 01522 723591 10 Birkin Avenue, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6DT 1.59 Miles
Bob Parry Airport Transfers And Taxi Services 01246 850272 Carendon, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 5LD 1.79 Miles
Pinnacle Chauffeur Transport Derby 0800 783 4107 Ainmoor Grange, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 6ES 2.03 Miles
Lakeside Chauffeurs 01246 271978 79 New Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6UJ 2.31 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Clay Cross Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Market Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Broadleys Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thanet Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tesco Stores Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bestwood Park Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Holmgate Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Derby Road - Clay Cross Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Clay Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Penncroft Lane Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rock Crescent Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Coney Green Business Centre Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Coney Green Business Centre Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Danesmoor Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Springvale Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Royal Primary Care Clay Cross 01246 866771	Blue Dykes Surgery Eldon St, Clay Cross Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 9NR
Clay Cross Medical Centre 01246 862237	Bridge Street Clay Cross Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 9NG
St Lawrence Court Surgery	St. Lawrence Road North Wingfield Chesterfield Derbyshire S42 5LH
St Lawrence Road Surgery 01246 851029	17-19 St Lawrence Road North Wingfield Chesterfield Derbyshire S42 5LH
North Wingfield Medical Centre 01246 851035	Med.Ctr,Chesterfield Road North Wingfield Chesterfield Derbyshire S42 5ND

Local Stores

North Wingfield
21 Williamthorpe Road
North Wingfield
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S42 5PD
01246 853755
Store Website
1.68 miles

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SPAR - Harvest - Stretton
Main Road
Stretton
DE55 6EW
01246 866 708
Store Website
1.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

The Charlesworth Veterinary Surgery
57-59 Broadleys Clay Cross Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 9JN 01246 862266 reception@charlesworthvets.com Website 0.13 miles
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Vets Now Chesterfield
C/O The Charlesworth Veterinary Centre 55 - 59 Broadleys Clay Cross Derbyshire S45 9JN 01246 930560 chesterfieldclinic@vets-now.com Website 0.13 miles

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Matt Smith Vets
6 Florence Road Clay Cross Derbyshire S45 9ND 01246 587001 hello@mattsmithvets.com Website 0.53 miles
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Quietus Vet - Caring Pet Euthanasia
3 Ogston Higham Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6EL 01773 404 063 help@quietusvet.co.uk Website 2.21 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Chapel House Veterinary Practice Ltd
Hady Hill Chesterfield Derbyshire S41 0DZ 01246 222 232 Website 4.64 miles
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Vets4pets Chesterfield Ravenside
Inside Pets At Home Ravenside Retail Park Markham Road Chesterfield Derbyshire S40 1TA 01246 557 555 chesterfield@companioncare.co.uk Website 4.67 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Hardwick Hall
With 2,500 Acres Of Parkland To Explore, This Walk Leads You On A Three-Mile Loop, With Views Of Hardwick Hall From The Far Side Of The Valley. S44 5RW 4.12 miles 8 Miles South-East Of Chesterfield, Via A6175. Leave M1 Exit 29, Follow Brown Signs.

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Hardwick Hall
Hardwick Hall Is A National Trust Property So Parking And Is Free For Nt Members. There Are Various Walks Around The Hall. Some Link To The Teversal Trial Where Others Are A 45Min - 1 Hr Walk Around The Park Area. Small Wooden Area And Then Pathways Around The Hall And Parkland. We Go Most Weekends (As Its Local). Lovely Newly Renovated Cafe/Restaurant For Coffee, Breakfast Or Lunch. Great Play Area And Picnic Area For Kids. Woodland Trial With Climbing Log, Swings Etc. Hardwick Old Hall Doe Lea Chesterfield S44 5QJ 4.41 miles Hardwick Hall M1 Junction 29

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Crich Tramway Village
Tramway Museum Which Is Fascinating In Itself. Dogs Are Made Most Welcome Even For Rides In The Trams, But There Is Also Walks Along The Tramway. A Kids Play Area As Well As Picnic Areas. Plaistow Green Rd Lancashire 5.94 miles Matlock

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Linacre Reservoirs
Severn Trent Managed Site (Old Fresh Water Reserve For Chesterfield). Parking Is Pay And Display Or There Is An Annual Permit You Can Get From Severn Trent. You Can Walk Your Dog Off Lead Around Two Of The Three Reservoirs. The Top Reservoir Is A Nature Reserve And Dogs Must Be On Lead. Linacre Reservoirs Woodnook Lane Cutthorpe 6.59 miles

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Shining Cliff Woods
A Nice Quiet Woods To Walk The Dog. I’Ve Never Met Them But There Are Bikes That Ride Past So Be Careful. It Is Hilly And Uneven So Unsuitable For Some. Multiple Places To Park For Free Off-Road But Sometimes Can Be Busy. More Walks In The Winter When The Ferns Haven’T Grown Up And Blocked The Paths Alderwasley Belper DE56 2RE 8.00 miles Places To Park On Jackass Lane And Higg Lane

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Portland Park Kirkby In Ashfield
Lovely Place, Walk Can Be As Long Or As Short As You Want To Make It. Large Free Car Park And Cafe To Enjoy Some Nice Tea And Cake, Lunch And You Can Even Enjoy A Beer Or Two. Walk Takes You Up Over A Working Train Track And Onto Some Large Open Fields, Plenty Of Room For The Furry Kids To Burn Off Some Energy, My Dog Enjoys Paddling In The Brook. 10 Keepers Ave Kirkby In Ashfield Nottingham NG17 8RT 8.44 miles

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