Welcome to Melbourne

Melbourne is a small town located in Derbyshire, England. It is situated on the River Trent and is known for its historic buildings, beautiful gardens, and charming streets. The town has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many landmarks and attractions that reflect this heritage. One of the most popular attractions in Melbourne is the Melbourne Hall, a beautiful 18th-century mansion that is surrounded by stunning gardens and parkland.

Melbourne is also known for its vibrant community and lively events. The town hosts a number of festivals and events throughout the year, including the Melbourne Festival, which celebrates the town's history and culture. There are also many local pubs, restaurants, and shops that offer a taste of traditional English life. Visitors can enjoy a pint of ale at one of the town's many pubs, or sample some of the local cuisine at one of the restaurants.

Overall, Melbourne is a charming and picturesque town that offers visitors a glimpse into traditional English life. With its historic buildings, beautiful gardens, and lively community, it is a great place to visit for anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday. Whether you are interested in history, culture, or simply want to experience the beauty of the English countryside, Melbourne is a town that is well worth a visit.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 10.3°C

Feels Like: 6.9°C

Wind: 19.5 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Melbourne Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Ms Charlotte Gibbs	Packhorse Road Melbourne Derby Derbyshire DE73 8JE 01332862325 School Website
Melbourne Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jane Whirledge	Packhorse Road Melbourne Derby Derbyshire DE73 8JE 01332862344 School Website
Breedon On The Hill St Hardulphs Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-10 Head Teacher Mrs Kelly Ellis	Main Street Breedon-On-The-Hill Derby Leicestershire DE73 8AN 01332862572 School Website
Weston On Trent C Of E Va Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sarah Burns	Forrester Avenue Weston-On-Trent Derby Derbyshire DE72 2HX 01332700488 School Website
Dame Catherine Harpurs School Other Independent School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Lorna Harvey	Rose Lane Ticknall Derby Derbyshire DE73 7JW 01332862792 School Website
Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy Free Schools Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lindsay Trail	Riber Drive Chellaston DE73 6WS 1332981239 School Website
Clover Leys Spencer Academy Free Schools Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Chapman	C/O Chellaston Fields Spencer Academy Riber Drive Chellaston Derby DE73 6WS 1332949472 School Website
Chellaston Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Phil Smith	Swarkestone Road Derby DE73 5UB 1332702502 School Website
Sale And Davys Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Briggs	Twyford Road Barrow-On-Trent Derby Derbyshire DE73 7HA 1332702072 School Website
Foxbridge Primary School Free Schools Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Pamela Bridgwood	Welsted Road Castle Donington DE74 2SN 1332415978 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Peartree Osmaston Park Road, Peartree, Derbyshire, DE24 8DT 5.34 Miles

Willington The Green, Willington, Derbyshire, DE65 6BN 5.84 Miles

Spondon Station Road, Spondon, Derbyshire, DE21 7RX 6.25 Miles

Derby Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU 6.69 Miles

Long Eaton Tamworth Road, Long Eaton, Derbyshire, NG10 3GS 7.24 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Chauffeurline 01332 862234 Castle Lane, Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 8JB 0.19 Miles
Malcars 01332 865865 2 Castle Mews, Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 8JB 0.19 Miles
Ace Cars 01283 739029 Unit 5 /Bridge Farm/Sinfin La, Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 7HH 3.00 Miles
Swad Cars 01283 739029 Bridge Farm, Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 7HH 3.00 Miles
Chellaston Cars Uk Ltd 01332 691111 Bridgefarm Office / Sinfin Lane, Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 7HH 3.00 Miles
Eastmidlands Airportcars 01332 691122 Sinfinlane, Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 7HH 3.00 Miles
County Cars 01332 704070 Sinfin La, Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 7HH 3.00 Miles
Derby Chauffeurs 01332 706135 78 Chestnut Avenue, Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 6RW 3.84 Miles
Shardlow Cars 01332 793173 6 London Road, Derby, Derbyshire, DE72 2GR 4.36 Miles
Limos For You 0800 005 1200 11 Old Cavindish Bridge, Derby, Derbyshire, DE72 2HL 4.69 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Melbourne Post Office Collection Today available until:15:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Castle Square Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ashby Road (Melbourne) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Church Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Derby Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Packhorse Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Hardinge Arms Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sir Francis Burdett Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Melbourne Common Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wilson Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stanton By Bridge Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Main Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Breedon On The Hill P O Collection Today available until:15:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Melbourne Medical Centre	Penn Lane Melbourne Derby Derbyshire DE73 8EF
Melbourne & Chellaston Medical Practice 01332 862124	Melbourne & Chellaston Mp Penn Lane, Melbourne Derby Derbyshire DE73 8EF
The Surgery ( Aston On Trent) 1332792888	8 Bell Avenue Aston On Trent Derby Derbyshire DE72 2BE
Lister House Chellaston 01332 700455	Fellow Lands Way Chellaston Derby Derbyshire DE73 6SW
Castle Donington Surgery 01332 856050	Castle Donington Surgery 53 Borough Street Castle Donington Derbyshire DE74 2LB

Local Stores

Chellaston
3 Swarkestone Road
Chellaston
Derby
Derbyshire
DE73 6UD
01332 690620
Store Website
3.16 miles

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SPAR - Castle Donnignton
Former Community Library
Delven Lane
Castle Donnington
DE74 2LJ
Store Website
4.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Waterloo House Veterinary Services
Castle Farm Castle Street Melbourne Derbyshire DE73 8DY 01332 863732 Website 0.15 miles

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Abbeyserve Limited
248 Derby Road Chellaston Derbyshire DE73 6RU 01332 700256 admin@abbeyderby.co.uk Website 3.83 miles

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Scarsdale Veterinary Group
247 Chellaston Road Shelton Lock Derby Derbyshire DE24 9EG 3.87 miles


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Dovecote Veterinary Hospital
5 Delven Lane Castle Donington Derby Derbyshire DE74 2LJ 01332 812500 info@dovecoteveterinaryhospital.co.uk Website 3.92 miles
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Hartshorne Veterinary Surgery
62 Repton Road Hartshorne Swadlincote Derbyshire DE11 7AF 01283 480910 hartshornevets@hotmail.com 4.65 miles


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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Woodward Veterinary Practice Ltd
The Veterinary Surgery Ivanhoe Business Park Smisby Road Ashby De La Zouch Leicestershire LE65 2UZ 01530 412035 enquiries@woodward-vets.co.uk Website 4.80 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Ticknall Limeyards And Calke Abbey Loop
A Five Mile Loop From Ticknall Through The Grounds Of Calke Abbey And Out Via The Ticknall Lime Quarry, Limeyards, And Lime Kilns. Main Street Ticknall 2.03 miles

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Milton To Foremark Loop
A Hilly, Well-Marked 7 Mile Walk That Encompasses Open Fields, Woodland, And Beaches. Main Street Milton Derby DE65 6EF 4.07 miles There Is Free Parking At The Swan And Along Milton Main Street - This Is Where The Loop Is Marked As Starting On The All Trails Map. Alternatively, You Can Start The Loop At Foremark Reservoir (£3 All Day Parking) Or In The Layby At Robin'S Cross (Free, Postcode De65 6Fb - At The Junction Between Robin'S Cross Lane And Red Lane).

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Grace Dieu Woods
A Sustrans Track Runs Through This Woodland, But Away From That There Are Walks Within The Woodland. 27 Springfield Thringstone Coalville Lancashire LE67 8LT 5.52 miles Grace Dieu Woods Can Be Approached From Turlough Road, Whitwick Or Springfield, Thringstone, Leicestershire

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Hicks Lodge
This Park Is Really Designed For Cyclists So Care Is Needed If Your Walking Your Dog. The Park Is Split Into 2. One Being A Gentler Walk Around A Lake With A Nice Lakeside Cafe The Other Area Is Across A Road And Into The Woodland, This Is Aimed At The More Advanced Cyclist. Although Dogs Walkers Are Welcome No Facilities Are Provided For Them. Water Bowls Are Left Outside The Cafe But When My Dog Drank From One He Was Later Sick. Located: Willesley Woodside Willesley Ln Ashby-De-La-Zouch Lancashire LE65 2TL 7.27 miles Willesley Woodside, Ashby-De-La-Zouch

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Moria Furnace
Moria Furnace Was A Brick Building Kiln. Now It's A Craft Centre, Museum, Cafe And Childrens Play Area. A Nice Walk Along The Canal Tow Path Takes You To Into The Neighbouring National Forest. Located: Furnace Lane, Moria (Nr Ashby-De-La-Zouch) Furnace Ln Moira 7.67 miles Furnace Lane, Moria (Nr Ashby-De-La-Zouch)

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Sence Valley Park
Ex Quarry, Turned Into A Water Park. With Several Lakes Of Various Sizes. Paved Path Runs Around Most Of Them. 2 Car Parks 1 By Gate &Amp; Toilets Is At The Top Of The Hill Giving Some Lovely Views Over The Park. Lower Car Park Is A Water Level And Paths Are Flat So Very Suitable For Wheelchair Access. There Are Many Benches If You Need A Rest. Dog Poo Bags &Amp; Bins Are Also Provided At Many Points Around The Park. Located: Ravenstone Road, North Ibstock Ravenstone Rd Ibstock Lancashire LE67 6NW 8.70 miles Ravenstone Road, North Ibstock

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Weather Forecast

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