Welcome to Willington

Willington is a small village located in the South Derbyshire district of Derbyshire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Trent and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Willington has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historical landmarks and buildings in the village that reflect this. One of the most notable landmarks in Willington is the St. Michael and All Angels Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is a popular tourist attraction in the village.

Willington is a thriving community with a range of amenities and facilities for residents and visitors alike. The village has a number of shops, pubs, and restaurants, as well as a post office, library, and community centre. There are also several parks and green spaces in the village, including the Willington Meadows Nature Reserve, which is a popular spot for walking and wildlife watching. The village is well-connected to the surrounding areas, with good transport links to Derby, Burton-on-Trent, and Nottingham.

Overall, Willington is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community. The village offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, while still providing all the amenities and facilities needed for modern living. Whether you're a history buff, nature lover, or simply looking for a quiet place to call home, Willington is definitely worth a visit.

Local Schools

School	Details
Willington Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kate Spencer Lovesley	Trent Avenue Willington Derby Derbyshire DE65 6DN 01283702156 School Website
Repton School Other Independent School Ages:12-18 Head Teacher Mr Mark Semmence	Repton Derby Derbyshire DE65 6FH 01283559200 School Website
St Wystans School Other Independent School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Kara Lebihan	High Street Repton Derby Derbyshire DE65 6GE 01283703258 School Website
Findern Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Paula Fox	Buckford Lane Findern Derby Derbyshire DE65 6AR 01283702150 School Website
Repton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Steve Tague	Springfield Road Repton Derby Derbyshire DE65 6GN 01283703732 School Website
Egginton Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Jason Cunningham	Church Road Egginton Derby Derbyshire DE65 6HP 01283732748 School Website
Newton Solney C Of E Aided Infant School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Heidi Elks	Trent Lane Newton Solney Burton On Trent Derbyshire DE15 0SF 01283703461 School Website
Longdon Park School Other Independent Special School Ages:7-18 Head Teacher Headteacher Richard George	Park Hill Hilton Road Egginton Derbyshire DE65 6GU 1283733195 School Website
Etwall Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Sarah Bentley	Egginton Road Etwall Derby Derbyshire DE65 6NB 01283732301 School Website
William Shrewsbury Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elaine Curtis	Church Road Stretton Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE13 0HE 1283247490 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Willington The Green, Willington, Derbyshire, DE65 6BN 0.26 Miles

Burton-On-Trent Borough Road, Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2DA 4.61 Miles

Tutbury And Hatton Station Road, Hatton, Derbyshire, DE65 5DX 5.02 Miles

Peartree Osmaston Park Road, Peartree, Derbyshire, DE24 8DT 5.04 Miles

Derby Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU 6.10 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Etwall Cars 01283 209878 6 Blakelow Drive, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 6NN 2.53 Miles
Airport Transfers 07983 085132 Pilgrims Way, Derby, Derbyshire, DE24 3JG 2.92 Miles
Superbus Executive Minibus Service 070 9284 2357 29 Micklecroft Gardens, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 4QX 3.01 Miles
Safeline Travel Ltd 01332 601148 21 Haven Baulk Av, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 4BL 3.15 Miles
Executive Minibus 07811 362315 21 Havenbaulk Avenue, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 4BL 3.15 Miles
Comfort Cars 07870 856749 15 Faraday Avenue, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0FX 3.35 Miles
Watkins Travel 01332 540700 34 Tawny Way, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 3XG 3.38 Miles
Fressingfield Chauffeuring 07802 442434 116 Blagreaves Lane, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 1FP 3.55 Miles
Midland Van Hire And Minibus Hire 01332 768888 Sunnyhill Service Station, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 1PT 3.59 Miles
Evets Classic Cars 01283 734538 Unit 20 Hilton Industrial Estate, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5FE 3.61 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Willington Post Office Box Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Oaks Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Twyford Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Castleway Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Repton Post Office Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Burton Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Heath Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Springfield Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Lawn No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Findern Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Mount Pleasant (Repton) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Duck Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eggington Primary School No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Doles Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Willington Surgery 01283 703318	Kingfisher Lane Willington Derbyshire DE65 6QT
Wellbrook Medical Centre 01283 732406	Wellbrook Medical Centre Welland Road, Hilton Derby Derbyshire DE65 5GZ
Hollybrook Medical Centre 01332 523300	Hollybrook Medical Centre Hollybrook Way Heatherton Village Littleover,Derby DE23 3TX
Derby City South Healthcare Ltd 01332 523300	Hollybrook Medical Centre Hollybrook Way Hetherton Village Derby DE23 3TX
Tansey Branch	Stretton Surgery Ladywell Close Stretton Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE13 0FS

Local Stores

Repton Road
Repton Road
Willington
Derbyshire
DE65 6BX
01283 702614
Store Website
0.07 miles

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SPAR - Repton
High Street
Repton
DE65 6GD
01283 703183
Store Website
1.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Beech Vets
41 Beech Avenue Willington Derbyshire DE65 6DB 01283 704768 beechvets@icloud.com Website 0.17 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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After 5.30pm phone Etwall Vets on 01283 899898
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Etwall Vets
Eggington Road Etwall Derby Derbyshire DE65 6NB 01283 704768 reception@etwallvets.co.uk Website 2.49 miles
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Outside these hours please call the main practice number for instructions.

Sarah Smith Cardiology
Ivy Court Willington Road Etwall Derby Derbyshire DE65 6JG 01283 733766 referrals@sarahsmithcardiology.co.uk Website 2.58 miles
Amenities Referrals only
Animals Treated
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Closed Bank Holidays OOH Emergencies dial the practice number 01283 733766
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Out of Hours Emergencies dial the practice number 01283 733766
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Out of Hours Emergencies dial the practice number 01283 733766
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Out of Hours Emergencies dial the practice number 01283 733766
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Out of Hours Emergencies dial the practice number 01283 733766
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Out of Hours Emergencies dial the practice number 01283 733766
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Highfields Vets
Tutbury Avenue Highfields Littleover Derby Derbyshire DE23 3AT 01332 327287 hello@highfieldvets.com Website 2.79 miles
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Scarsdale Veterinary Group
6 Witham Close Egginton Road Hilton Derby Derbyshire DE65 5JR 01283 732999 post@scarsdalevets.com Website 2.98 miles

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Medivet Littleover (Blagreaves Veterinary Centre)
268 Blagreaves Lane Littleover Derby Derbyshire DE23 1PS 01332 776 681 Littleover@medivet.co.uk Website 3.60 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Milton To Foremark Loop
A Hilly, Well-Marked 7 Mile Walk That Encompasses Open Fields, Woodland, And Beaches. Main Street Milton Derby DE65 6EF 2.30 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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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 4.75 miles

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Trent And Mersey Canal Path (Burton)
The Trent And Mersey Canal Path From Branston To Barton Marina Is A Relatively Long But Even Route With Several Bridges, Locks, And The Opportunity To View Wildlife Along The Way. Tatenhill Lane Branston Burton-On-Trent DE14 3EZ 6.57 miles The Bridge Inn Has A Small, Free Car Park For Customers, But There Is Also Free Parking At Branston Water Park (De14 3Hd).

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Brantson Water Park
Branston Water Park Is A Premier Wildlife Site In East Staffordshire. Located Just Outside Burton Off The A38. The Site Is A Local Natural Reserve And Has Also Received The Prestigious Green Flag Award Again This Year And Has Successfully Held The Award Since 2005 In Recognition Of The Quality, Cleanliness, Safety And Wildlife Value Of The Site.In Recent Years The Site Has Been Improved With Better Signage, A Small Visitors Centre And Ample Parking. There Is A Level Path Running Around The Entire Site Giving Excellent Disabled Access, A Children’S Play Area, Toilets And Information On The Types Of Birds And Habitats That Are Found At Branston Water Park. 76 Lichfield Rd Branston Burton-On-Trent DE14 3HD 6.99 miles

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Kedleston Hall And Estate
Unnamed Road Derby DE22 5JH 7.41 miles

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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 8.34 miles Furnace Lane, Moria (Nr Ashby-De-La-Zouch)

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