Welcome to Ironville

Ironville is a small village located in the Amber Valley district of Derbyshire, England. The village is situated on the eastern bank of the River Erewash and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Ironville was once a thriving industrial town, with coal mining and ironworks being the main industries. The village was named after the ironworks that were established in the area in the early 19th century. Today, the village is a quiet residential area with a population of around 2,500 people.

Ironville has a rich history, and there are many interesting places to visit in the village. One of the most popular attractions is the Ironville and Codnor Park Heritage Centre, which is located in the former ironworks. The centre tells the story of the village's industrial past and has a collection of artefacts and photographs from the era. Another popular attraction is the Ironville War Memorial, which was erected in memory of the local men who lost their lives in the First and Second World Wars.

Ironville is also home to a number of local amenities, including a primary school, a post office, and a village hall. The village has a strong sense of community, and there are many local events and activities throughout the year. These include the Ironville Carnival, which takes place in July and features a parade, live music, and a funfair. Ironville is also home to a number of sports clubs, including a football team, a cricket team, and a bowls club. Overall, Ironville is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 9.1°C

Feels Like: 5.5°C

Wind: 17.7 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Christ The King Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Headteacher Megan Watts	Firs Avenue Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7EN 1773832919 School Website
Leys Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nichola Way	Flowery Leys Lane Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7HA 01773832895 School Website
Copthorne Community Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Liane Allen	Rodgers Lane Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7FF 01773832362 School Website
Alfreton Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:3-5 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Haywood	Grange Street Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7JA 01773520031 School Website
Woodbridge Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Hanson	Grange Street Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7JA 01773833138 School Website
David Nieper Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Dr Kathryn Hobbs	Grange Street Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7JA 1773832331 School Website
Croft Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Ms Sally Swain	Marshall Street Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7BW 01773832307 School Website
Watchorn Christian School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Shani Mark Ozenbrook	2,Derby Road Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7AQ 1773831352 School Website
Alfreton Park Community Special School Community Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mrs Josie O' Donnell	Alfreton Park Wingfield Road Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7AL 01773483330
South Normanton Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:3-5 Head Teacher Mrs Peter Hallsworth	Hamlet Lane South Normanton Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 2JB 01773810876 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Alfreton Mansfield Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7JQ 0.18 Miles

Kirkby-In-Ashfield Victoria Road, Kirkby-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 8EJ 4.90 Miles

Sutton Parkway Low Moor Road, Sutton-In-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, NG17 5LG 5.26 Miles

Ambergate Midland Terrace, Ambergate, Derbyshire, DE56 2EN 5.30 Miles

Whatstandwell Cromford Road, Whatstandwell, Derbyshire, DE4 5HE 5.54 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Amber Taxis 01773 836100 Unit 7/8 Salcombe Rd, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7RG 0.03 Miles
Celebration Limos 07739 630637 Wood Street North, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7JR 0.08 Miles
Dons Taxis 01773 833665 27 Bishop St, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7EF 0.64 Miles
Aj's Private Hire 07813 785909 47 Abbott Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7HD 0.66 Miles
L And B Cars 01773 832591 28 Birchwood Rd, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7QB 0.70 Miles
Watchorn Taxis 01773 830888 6 Watchorn Cottages, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7AX 1.13 Miles
Yorky's Private Hire 01773 608623 2 Wheatley Avenue, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4LU 1.40 Miles
High Street Taxis 01773 603600 169-171 Nottingham Rd, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 4JG 1.45 Miles
Midland Cars 01773 819999 66 Lansbury Drive, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 2BZ 1.48 Miles
Aaa Taxis 01773 810810 12 Corn Close, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 2JD 1.68 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Meadow Lane Industrial Estate Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mansfield Road/Prospect Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ellesmere Avenue D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Flowery Lees Lane (B) D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Flowery Lees Lane (A) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Alfreton Po Indoor Box Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Arthur Street D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brook Avenue D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Alfreton Main Post Office Collection Today available until:15:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Alfreton Po 2 Collection Today available until:15:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Carnfield Hill D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tesco's Store Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cotes Park Business Box Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Old Westhouses Po Box Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
King Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Limes Medical Centre 01773 833133	Limes Medical Centre Limes Avenue Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7DW
Parkside Surgery 01773 546900	Parkside Surgery Alfreton Primary Care Ctr Church Street, Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7AH
The Village Surgery 01773 811469	The Hub, Shiners Way Off Lees Lane South Normanton Derbyshire DE55 2AA
Somercotes Medical Centre 01773 602141	Somercotes Medical Centre 22 Nottingham Road Somercotes Derbyshire DE55 4JJ
Amber Valley Health 07769 921270	Somercotes Medical Centre 22 Nottingham Road Alfreton DE55 4JJ

Local Stores

Petrol Alfreton
Nottingham Road
Alfreton
Derbyshire
DE55 7GR
01773 521723
Store Website
0.48 miles

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SPAR - Euro Garages - Adastra
Euro Garages
Chesterfield Road
Shirland
Alfreton
DE55 6AW
01773 689481
Store Website
1.0 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Scarsdale Veterinary Group
Scarsdale Veterinary Group Unit 2 Nottingham Road Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7GR 01773 304900 post@scarsdalevets.com 0.48 miles

Animals Treated
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The Charlesworth Veterinary Surgery
11 Market Place South Normanton Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 2BN reception@charlesworthvets.com Website 1.28 miles
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Somercotes Vets4pets Ltd
159 Nottingham Road Somercotes Derby Derbyshire DE55 4JH 01773 529280 somercotes@vets4pets.com Website 1.34 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 3.46 miles
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Appointments and Visits can be outside these times
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Appointments and Visits can be outside these times

Ambivet Veterinary Group
14A Derby Road Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3HQ 01773 747801 ripley@ambivet.com Website 3.97 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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When closed there is a vet team at our Heanor surgery 01773 717780
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When closed there is a vet team at our Heanor surgery 01773 717780
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When closed there is a vet team at our Heanor surgery 01773 717780
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When closed there is a vet team at our Heanor surgery 01773 717780
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When closed there is a vet team at our Heanor surgery 01773 717780
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When closed there is a vet team at our Heanor surgery 01773 717780

Gem Equine Ltd
12 Coupe Street Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3QD 07791806970 equinevet@live.co.uk Website 4.10 miles
Amenities Out-of-hours service only
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Local Dog Walks

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 4.77 miles Matlock

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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 4.89 miles

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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 5.35 miles Hardwick Hall M1 Junction 29

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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 6.06 miles 8 Miles South-East Of Chesterfield, Via A6175. Leave M1 Exit 29, Follow Brown Signs.

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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 6.22 miles Places To Park On Jackass Lane And Higg Lane

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Shipley Country Park
This Is One Of Our Favourite Walks. There Are Several Miles Of Relatively Flat Paths Where Your Dog Can Be Off Lead And A Lake If Your Furry Friend Wants A Dip. Be Careful Though As People Do Fish Here. There Is An All Terrain Wheelchair For Hire And A Fab Coffee Shop (Outside Seating Too If You Want To Take The Dog). 8 Slack Ln Heanor Lancashire DE75 7GX 6.64 miles

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Weather Forecast

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