Welcome to Park Head

Park Head Derbyshire is a small village located in the Peak District National Park. The village is surrounded by beautiful landscapes and is a popular destination for tourists who want to explore the natural beauty of the area. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the 17th-century Park Head Farm, which is now a popular bed and breakfast.

One of the main attractions of Park Head Derbyshire is the nearby Monsal Trail. This former railway line has been converted into a walking and cycling trail that offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The trail passes through several tunnels and over viaducts, making it a unique and exciting experience for visitors. The trail is also home to a number of wildlife species, including otters, kingfishers, and bats.

Park Head Derbyshire is also home to a number of traditional pubs and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink after a day of exploring the area. The village is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, and visitors are always made to feel at home. Whether you are looking for a relaxing break in the countryside or an action-packed adventure, Park Head Derbyshire has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

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Temp: 8.3°C

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Wind: 17.2 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Crich Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Christian Orridge	School Lane Crich Matlock Derbyshire DE4 5DF 01773852384 School Website
Crich C Of E Infant School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Miss Julie Kirk	Bowns Hill Crich Matlock Derbyshire DE4 5DG 01773852165 School Website
Fritchley C Of E Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Rosie Turner	Church Street Fritchley Belper Derbyshire DE56 2FQ 01773852216 School Website
South Wingfield Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Neil Hunt	Church Lane South Wingfield Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7NJ 01773832890 School Website
Crich Carr C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ian Robson	Main Road Whatstandwell Matlock Derbyshire DE4 5EF 01773852070 School Website
Wessington Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Maycock	The Green Wessington Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6DQ 01773832748 School Website
Alderwasley Hall School Other Independent Special School Ages:5-19 Head Teacher Ms Sara Forsyth	Alderwasley Belper Derbyshire DE56 2SR 01629822586 School Website
Ambergate Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Carly Howell	Toadmoor Lane Ambergate Belper Derbyshire DE56 2GN 01773852204 School Website
Heage Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Karen O'connor	School Lane Heage Belper Derbyshire DE56 2AL 01773852188 School Website
Swanwick Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Joanne Jilavu	South Street Swanwick Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 1BZ 01773602268 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Whatstandwell Cromford Road, Whatstandwell, Derbyshire, DE4 5HE 1.60 Miles

Ambergate Midland Terrace, Ambergate, Derbyshire, DE56 2EN 1.97 Miles

Alfreton Mansfield Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7JQ 3.92 Miles

Cromford Lea Road, Cromford, Derbyshire, DE4 5JJ 3.95 Miles

Belper Albert Street, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1DA 4.42 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Bax Car 01773 852911 14 Hammersmith, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3RA 2.91 Miles
Watchorn Taxis 01773 830888 6 Watchorn Cottages, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7AX 2.95 Miles
Michelles Taxis 01773 570000 3 Peacock Way, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 1EQ 2.96 Miles
Andys Taxis 01773 570000 36 Ferrers Way, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3GZ 3.04 Miles
Aristocrat Chauffeured Cars 01773 603187 79 Hickton Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 1AG 3.19 Miles
Direct Travel 01773 832111 34 Strettea Lane, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 6EJ 3.26 Miles
Dons Taxis 01773 833665 27 Bishop St, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7EF 3.34 Miles
L O Taxis 07794 786931 11 Cavendish Dr, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3GW 3.48 Miles
Aj's Private Hire 07813 785909 47 Abbott Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7HD 3.70 Miles
L And B Cars 01773 832591 28 Birchwood Rd, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7QB 3.82 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Parkhead No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crich So Market Place No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Church Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Common No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wingfield Park No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tramway Museum No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moorwood Moor No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Briars No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Manor Road D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fritchley Green No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Inns Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shaw Wood Close D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodland View No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crich Carr No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Crich Medical Practice 01773 852966	Crich Medical Centre Oakwell Drive, Matlock Derbyshire DE4 5PB
The Surgery ( South Wingfield) 01773 833086	Inns Lane South Wingield Derbyshire DE55 7LW
The Holloway Surgery 01629 534763	Mill Lane Holloway Matlock Derbyshire DE4 5AQ
Parkside Surgery 01773 546900	Parkside Surgery Alfreton Primary Care Ctr Church Street, Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7AH
Limes Medical Centre 01773 833133	Limes Medical Centre Limes Avenue Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7DW

Local Stores

Petrol Hartshay Hil
Hartshay Hill
Ripley
Derbyshire
DE5 3GU
01773 742307
Store Website
3.22 miles

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SPAR - Euro Garages - Adastra
Euro Garages
Chesterfield Road
Shirland
Alfreton
DE55 6AW
01773 689481
Store Website
3.4 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 3.60 miles

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Ambivet Veterinary Group
14A Derby Road Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3HQ 01773 747801 ripley@ambivet.com Website 3.62 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 3.66 miles
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Somercotes Vets4pets Ltd
159 Nottingham Road Somercotes Derby Derbyshire DE55 4JH 01773 529280 somercotes@vets4pets.com Website 3.87 miles
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Gem Equine Ltd
12 Coupe Street Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3QD 07791806970 equinevet@live.co.uk Website 4.31 miles
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Marshall &Amp; Till (Belper) Ltd
20/22 Campbell Street Belper Derbyshire DE56 1AP 01773 822 591 Website 4.55 miles
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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 0.96 miles Matlock

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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 2.39 miles Places To Park On Jackass Lane And Higg Lane

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Stoney Wood
We Visited Stoney Wood Whilst Staying In Wirksworth. Walkable From The Village Or Park Close By. This Place Is Part Of A Millennium Wood Planted In An Old Quarry. Great For A Short Walk To Stretch The Legs. Go Up The Steep Hill To Find The Star Disc At The Top. Dogs Can Run Free, Lots Of Space, Grass, Winding Tracks And Trees For Exploring And Sniffing. Seems Like A Local Dog Walking Spot. Lovely Views Over The Dale From The Top. Walk Into The Village Whilst You Are There And Walk Up To The Puzzle Gardens Area For Cute Lanes And Cottages. Your Dog Will Get Lots Of Exercise From The Hills! Stoney Wood Wirksworth Greenhill Wirksworth 4.65 miles Take The Road Up Towards Middleton. Past The Pub. Just On The Outskirts Of The Town.

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Middleton Top
Walk The Derbyshire Dales Along The High Peak Trail. We Chose To Start At Middleton Top But There's Many Other Points To Jump On. The Former Railway Line Runs For 17.5Miles. There Are Toilets And Oaid Parking, Plus Cafe At Middleton Top. We Walked Towards Black Rocks. Its About 1-2 Miles, Downhill. Be Aware, It'll Make You Puff On The Way Back Up! The Track Is Stoney, Wide And Goes From Flat To Hilly, Open Views Across The Valley To Tree Lined. The Lune Has Signposts Charting The History Along The Way. Dogs Don't Have To Be On Leads But There Are Bikes! Our Dog Loved It. We Enjoyed The Spectacular Views. Middleton Top Incline And Engine House Middleton 5.23 miles Signed Posted. Head To Middleton Near Wirksworth.

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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 7.13 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 7.60 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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