Welcome to Dale Abbey

Dale Abbey is a small village located in the south of Derbyshire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Erewash and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its historic abbey, which was founded in the 13th century by the Cistercian monks. The abbey was dissolved in the 16th century during the reign of Henry VIII, and today only ruins remain.

Despite its small size, Dale Abbey has a rich history. The village was once a thriving center of industry, with several mills and factories operating in the area. Today, the village is a peaceful and picturesque place, with many visitors coming to explore the ruins of the abbey and enjoy the beautiful countryside. The village is also home to several historic buildings, including the 17th-century Dale Abbey House and the 18th-century Dale Abbey Farm.

Dale Abbey is a popular destination for walkers and hikers, with many scenic trails and footpaths in the surrounding countryside. The village is also home to several local pubs and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink after a day of exploring. Overall, Dale Abbey is a charming and historic village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of Derbyshire.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
St Andrews C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Elizabeth Stanley-Wainwright
Station Road
Stanley
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 6FB
01159324252
School Website
Dallimore Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Rachel Crowther
Dallimore Road
Kirk Hallam
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 4GZ
01159320741
School Website
Saint John Houghton Catholic Voluntary Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mrs Steve Brogan
Abbot Road
Kirk Hallam
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 4HX
01159322896
School Website
Ladywood Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Melanie Lawson
Oliver Road
Kirk Hallam
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 4NH
1159320585
School Website
Scargill Cofe Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Hallsworth
Beech Lane
West Hallam
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 6GU
1159320005
School Website
Redhill Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Miss Nicola Millar
The Ridings
Ockbrook
Derby
Derbyshire
DE72 3SF
01332673537
School Website
Kirk Hallam Community Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Chris Turner
Godfrey Drive
Kirk Hallam
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 4HH
1159301522
School Website
Hallam Fields Junior School
Community School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mr David Brown
Longfield Lane
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 4DB
01159322568
School Website
St Thomas Catholic Voluntary Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Michael Sellors
Church View
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 4LF
1159320550
School Website
Field House Infant School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-7
Head Teacher
Miss Karen Scrivens
Lower Whitworth Road
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 4LT
1159324526
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Spondon
Station Road, Spondon, Derbyshire, DE21 7RX
3.26 Miles
Ilkeston
Station Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 5TE
3.29 Miles
Long Eaton
Tamworth Road, Long Eaton, Derbyshire, NG10 3GS
4.96 Miles
Derby
Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
5.05 Miles
Langley Mill
Station Road, Langley Mill, Derbyshire, NG16 4AT
5.06 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Ilkeston Taxis
07789 696211
96 Godfrey Drive, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 4HN
1.81 Miles
Double Four Taxis
0115 944 0000
146 Bath Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 8FF
2.79 Miles
P-B Travel Derby
07708 525805
37 Moult Avenue, Derby, Derbyshire, DE21 7FW
2.91 Miles
A 2 B Cars Sandiacre
0115 939 4000
13 Derby Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG10 5HW
2.97 Miles
Premier Private Hire
0115 949 9499
The Pencil Works/Lenton St, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG10 5DX
3.00 Miles
Oakwood Private Hire
01332 679888
1 Dukeries Lane, Derby, Derbyshire, DE21 2HA
3.01 Miles
Direct Cabs Uk Ltd
0115 949 7914
30 Station Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG10 5BG
3.11 Miles
To-N-Fro Minibus Services
0115 930 4030
Unit 4, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 8JF
3.20 Miles
Toeenfro Mini Buses
0115 930 4030
Unit 4 Canalside Works, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 8JF
3.20 Miles
Near 'N' Far Taxis
0115 930 0300
Unit 4, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 8JF
3.20 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dale Abbey
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Avondale Road
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Nutbrook Crescent
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Derby Road
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Stanley Post Office
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Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Godfrey Drive
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Kirk Hallam Post Office Box
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Special Mailbox:
West Hallam Post Office
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Special Mailbox:
Green Lane
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Oliver Road
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Ladywood Road
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Old Stanton By Dale Post Office Box
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The Settlement
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Peveril Crescent
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Kniveton Park
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
The Dales Medical Centre
0115 9440320
West Hallam Village
West Hallam
Derby
Derbyshire
DE7 6GR
West Hallam Medical Ctr
0115 9440088
The Dales
West Hallam Village
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 6GR
The Surgery ( Kirk Hallam)
0115 9325931
Queen Elizabeth Way
Kirk Hallam
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 4NU
Eden Surgery
0115 9444081
Eden Surgery
Cavendish Road
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 5AN
Dr Webb And Partners
0115 9322933
Ilkeston Health Centre
South Street
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 5PZ
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Local Stores

Petrol Kirk Hallam
Ladywood Road
Kirk Hallam
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 4NF
01159 444041
Store Website
1.48 miles
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SPAR - Harvest - Breaston
Wisthorpe Road
Breaston
DE72 3AF
01334 874422
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Morley Veterinary Practice Ltd
261 High Lane East
West Hallam
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 6HZ
01159 326056
jamieson_vets@fastmail.fm
Website
1.94 miles
Amenities
Client car park

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Ambivet Veterinary Group
Little Hallam Hill
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 4LY
01159 309 729
ilkeston@ambivet.com
Website
2.12 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Priory Veterinary Group - Ilkeston
160-162 Nottingham Road
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 5NW
0115 930 0310
admin.priory@cvsvets.com
Website
2.53 miles
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Ashfield House Spondon Surgery
43 Moor Street
Spondon
Derby
Derbyshire
DE21 7EA
01332 666086
spondon@ashvet.co.uk
Website
2.65 miles
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Ilkeston Vets4pets Ltd
Unit 3 Rutland Street
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 8DG
ilkeston@vets4pets.com
2.99 miles
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Medivet Stapleford
141 Derby Road
Stapleford
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG9 7AS
0115 939 9010
stapleford@medivet.co.uk
Website
3.29 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Local Dog Walks

Dale Abbey Loop
A 4-Mile Hike Through Woodlands And Across Fields, Passing Several Historic Places Of Interest (Hermit's Wood, All Saints Church, And The Ruins Of Dale Abbey).
Potato Pit Ln
Lancashire
0.48 miles

There Is A Large Lay-By On Potato Pit Lane Directly Opposite The T-Junction With Dale Road.
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Bramcote Park
Huge Park With Adjoining Woods Plenty Of Space To Walk And Let Your Dog Run Around
51 Ilkeston Rd
Bramcote
Nottingham
NG9 3JP
4.12 miles

Ilkeston Road , Nottingham
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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
4.26 miles

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Allestree Park
Allestree Park Is A Large Park With Woodland Paths, Paved Paths And A Lake To Walk Round. You Could Avoid The Hills By Walking Along The Top Of The Golf Course But Is Set On A Big Hill. Toilets Available At One End Of The Park. Several Different Entrances And At Least 2 Car Parks.
Allestree Park
Duffield Road
5.48 miles

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Wollaton Hall
This Is A Beautiful Stately Home In The City Of Nottingham. There Is A Large Park, Some Areas Wooded And Large Open Grass Lawns. You Can Let Your Dogs Off The Lead Except In The Fenced Areas Where The Park's Deer Herd Is Grazed - This Will Be Clearly Marked. There Is A Lake To Walk Around And The Dogs Can Swim, Just Avoid Areas With Water Fowl. A Kids Play Area, Cafe And Shop Top This Off. With No Entrance Fee And Cheap Parking, It's Great For A Day Out With A Picnic Or An Hour Or Too.
2 Wollaton Hall
Nottingham
Lancashire
NG8 2AE
5.92 miles

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

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