Welcome to Robin Hood

Robin Hood is a legendary figure who is known for his heroic deeds and his fight against injustice. He is believed to have lived in the 12th century and is said to have been born in Loxley, a small village in Derbyshire. Robin Hood is known for his archery skills and his ability to outsmart his enemies. He is also known for his generosity towards the poor and his willingness to help those in need.

Derbyshire is a county in the East Midlands region of England. It is known for its beautiful countryside, historic buildings, and rich cultural heritage. The county is home to many famous landmarks, including Chatsworth House, the Peak District National Park, and the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. Derbyshire is also known for its connection to Robin Hood, who is said to have roamed the forests and hills of the county.

Robin Hood Derbyshire is a popular tourist attraction that draws visitors from all over the world. The legend of Robin Hood is kept alive in the county through various events and activities, such as the Robin Hood Festival, which takes place every year in Sherwood Forest. Visitors can also explore the many historic sites associated with Robin Hood, such as the Robin Hood's Stride, a natural rock formation in the Peak District, and the Robin Hood's Bay, a picturesque fishing village on the coast of North Yorkshire.

Local Schools

School	Details
St Annes C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Marie Clark	School Lane Baslow Bakewell Derbyshire DE45 1RZ 01246583298 School Website
Wigley Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs David Ratcliffe (Executive)	Wigley Chesterfield Derbyshire S42 7JJ 01246566432 School Website
Pilsley C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Emma Bond	Pilsley Village Bakewell Derbyshire DE45 1UF 01246583203 School Website
Curbar Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Simon Beahan	Calver Bridge Hope Valley Calver Derbyshire S32 3XA 01433630266 School Website
Cutthorpe Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms James Dowse	School Hill Cutthorpe Chesterfield Derbyshire S42 7AS 01246234585 School Website
Stoney Middleton C Of E C Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Andrea Tomlinson	High Street Hope Valley Stoney Middleton Derbyshire S32 4TL 01433630520 School Website
Walton Holymoorside Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Ian Holmes	Holymoor Road Holymoorside Chesterfield Derbyshire S42 7DU 1246566502 School Website
Rowsley C Of E Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Alexia Wyer	Woodhouse Road Rowsley Matlock Derbyshire DE4 2ED 01629733727 School Website
Penny Acres Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms David Ratcliffe(Executive)	The Common Holmesfield Dronfield Derbyshire S18 7WP 01142890330 School Website
Grindleford Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kate Gemmell	Sir William Hill Hope Valley Grindleford Derbyshire S32 2HS 01433630528 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Grindleford Station Road, Grindleford, Derbyshire, S32 2HY 4.61 Miles

Hathersage Back Lane, Hathersage, Derbyshire, S32 1DT 6.10 Miles

Dronfield Dronfield, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 2WZ 6.12 Miles

Dore & Totley Abbeydale Road South, Dore, South Yorkshire, S17 3LB 6.49 Miles

Chesterfield Corporation Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 7UB 6.79 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Mark Duesbury Cars 01246 566860 Bagthorpe Farm, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 7JH 2.68 Miles
Grindleford Private Hire 01433 630360 10 Derwent Close, Hope, Derbyshire, S32 2HD 4.05 Miles
Paul's Private Hire 07972 583586 8 New Road, Hope, Derbyshire, S32 5QY 4.44 Miles
Bakewell Business Travel 01629 813434 The Rock, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1DH 4.49 Miles
Al's Taxis 07866 661188 Woodside Drive, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1ER 4.55 Miles
G Cars Executive Travel 07766 020336 8 Birley Croft, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 8XJ 4.93 Miles
Quest Motorhome Hire 07932 011220 19 Bowland Drive, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 7LZ 5.18 Miles
Toad Cars 01629 732705 Sunnyside Cottage/Gill La, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2HH 5.25 Miles
Abacus Cars 0114 289 1189 55 Longcroft Road, Dronfield, Derbyshire, S18 8XU 5.50 Miles
Carvers Of Chesterfield Specialised Transport 01246 231476 89 Brockwell La, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 4EG 5.65 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Baslow Nether End No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Green Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:09:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Baslow Post Office Box No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gorse Ridge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Calver Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Jap Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
School Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Hillock No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wadshelf No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Pilsey Post Office Box Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Outside Craft Centre No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Calton Lees No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Calver Post Office Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Letterbox Cottage No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beeley Village No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Baslow Health Centre 01246 582216	Baslow Health Centre Church Lane, Baslow Bakewell Derbyshire DE45 1SP
Dr Goodwin & Partners	Main Road Grindleford Hope Valley Derbyshire S32 2HG
Newholme Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Baslow Road Bakewell DE45 1AD
Newholme Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Baslow Road Bakewell DE45 1AD
Newholme Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Baslow Road Bakewell DE45 1AD

Local Stores

Baslow - Calver Road
Calver Road
Baslow
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1RP
01246 583489
shop.5012@coop.co.uk
Store Website
1.74 miles

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SPAR - Baslow
School Lane
Overend
Baslow
DE45 1RZ
01246 582108
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Llm Farm Vets
Bakewell Show Office Agricultural Way Bakewell Derby Derbyshire DE45 1AH 01629 691692 derbys@llmvets.co.uk Website 4.22 miles

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Bakewell Veterinary Clinic
Milford Farm Mill Street Bakewell Derbyshire DE45 1DX 01629 812035 4.36 miles

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Bakewell Equine Clinic
Unit 14 Ashford Road Deepdale Business Park Bakewell Derbyshire DE45 1GT 01629 810 351 equine@bakewellvets.co.uk Website 4.77 miles

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Hunters Bar Veterinary Group - Dronfield
Unit Five 39 Pentland Road Dronfield Woodhouse Dronfield Derbyshire S18 8ZQ 01246 410 810 huntersbar@cvsvets.co.uk Website 5.35 miles
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Croft Veterinary Centre, Totley
77 Baslow Road Totley Sheffield Yorkshire S17 4DP 01142 621 444 info@croftveterinary.com Website 5.46 miles
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Chesterfield Vets4pets Ltd
Chesterfield Vets4pets Limited St Johns Road Littlemoor Chesterfield Derbyshire S41 8QN 01246 269666 chesterfield@vets4pets.com Website 5.74 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Curbar
This Is A Fantastic Moderate Walk Offering Some Good Views And Interesting Scenery. Care Should Be Taken Especially When Descending From Curbar Edge Itself. S32 3YX 2.29 miles Take The A619 From Bakewell, Heading Towards Chesterfield. Upon Reaching A Roundabout, Follow Signs For Manchester And Stockport On The A623. Turn Left At The Mini Roundabout Through The Village. Stay On This Road Until You See Signs For Froggatt And Curbar. Turn Right, And Continue Until You Come To A Church. Turn Right Onto Curbar Hill. The Car Park Is On The Left When You Get Out Of The Village.

Chatsworth Park
A Circular Walk Through Chatsworth Park, Passing By Chatsworth House And Through The Village Of Edensor, Then Along The Bank Of The River Derwent. DE4 2NX 2.70 miles From The M6: Take J29 Chesterfield And Follow The Brown Signs. From Matlock: Take The A6, Then The B6012.

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 3.72 miles

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Bakewell And The Monsal Trail
Bakewell Is A Well-Loved Market Town Offering A Mixture Of Fantastic Footpaths And Trails To Explore. DE45 1GE 4.02 miles Bakewell Is Located On The A6, Between Buxton To The North, And Matlock To The South.

Froggatt
This Is A Fantastic Albeit Challenging Walk Through Woodland And Narrow English Lanes, The Steep Ascent To Froggatt Edge Is Rewarded By Breath-Taking Views At The Top. S11 7TZ 4.93 miles Take The A6187 From Sheffield, Heading Towards Hathersage. Turn Left Onto The A625 Following Signs For Froggatt. Shortly After Passing The Grouse Inn On Your Right Hand Side, Turn Right And Follow The Brown National Trust Signs For Parking.

Padley Gorge
This Is An Excellent Circular Walk Through The Ancient Woodland Of Padley Gorge Starting In The Longshaw Estate Before Crossing The B6521 To Follow Beside The Burbage Brook. The Walk Travels South On The Western Bank Of The River Before Crossing And Returning Along The Eastern Bank. The Thick Tree Canopy And Running Water Ensures That This Walk Remains Cool Throughout The Summer. Whilst The Moss Covered Boulders And Many Ferns Help To Make This Feel Like A Truely Magical Place. Dogs Must Be Kept On Their Lead Whilst Passing Through The Longshaw Estate. S11 7TY 5.13 miles From Hathersage Continue Towards Sheffield On The A6187. Turn Right Following Signs Of The National Trust Longshaw Estate, The Turn Right Following The Signs For The Car Park And Estate Visitor Centre.

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