Welcome to Denby

Denby is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles northeast of Derby and has a population of around 2,000 people. The village is known for its pottery industry, which has been a major part of its economy for over 200 years. Denby Pottery is one of the most famous brands in the UK and is known for its high-quality ceramics.

Apart from its pottery industry, Denby is also known for its beautiful countryside and scenic walks. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and green fields, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature lovers. The nearby Denby Dale is a popular spot for picnics and family outings, while the Derwent Valley Heritage Way offers stunning views of the River Derwent and the surrounding countryside.

Denby is also home to several historic landmarks, including the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and impressive architecture. The village also has a rich cultural heritage, with several festivals and events taking place throughout the year, including the Denby Pottery Festival and the Denby Dale Pie Festival. Overall, Denby is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community.

Local Schools

School	Details
John Flamsteed Community School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Frost-Briggs	Derby Road Denby Ripley Derbyshire DE5 8NP 1332880260 School Website
Kilburn Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Robert Hull	The Flat Kilburn Belper Derbyshire DE56 0LA 1332880540 School Website
Kilburn Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Joanne Baillie	The Flat Kilburn Belper Derbyshire DE56 0LA 01332880449 School Website
Denby Free C Of E Va Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jackie Bell	Church Street Denby Village Ripley Derbyshire DE5 8PH 01332880416 School Website
Street Lane Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Natasha Austin-Cooke	Street Lane Denby Ripley Derbyshire DE5 8NE 1773742717 School Website
Belper School And Sixth Form Centre Foundation School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Nick Goforth	John O'gaunts Way Off Kilburn Road Belper Derbyshire DE56 0DA 01773825281 School Website
Horsley Woodhouse Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Parmjit Atwal	Main Street Horsley Woodhouse Ilkeston Derbyshire DE7 6AT 1332880403 School Website
Horsley C Of E Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Richard Cripps	Church Street Horsley Derby Derbyshire DE21 5BR 01332880782
Holbrook Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ingrid Taylor	Moorside Lane Holbrook Belper Derbyshire DE56 0TW 1332880277 School Website
Pottery Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elizabeth Peach	Kilbourne Road Belper Derbyshire DE56 1HA 01773823383 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Belper Albert Street, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1DA 2.19 Miles

Duffield Station Approach, Duffield, Derbyshire, DE56 4EP 3.02 Miles

Ambergate Midland Terrace, Ambergate, Derbyshire, DE56 2EN 3.67 Miles

Langley Mill Station Road, Langley Mill, Derbyshire, NG16 4AT 4.20 Miles

Whatstandwell Cromford Road, Whatstandwell, Derbyshire, DE4 5HE 5.57 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Brookvale Cars 07790 248108 37 Brookvale Avenue, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 8NS 0.14 Miles
Borrowash Cars 01332 660000 4 Bottle Brook, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 0PD 0.54 Miles
Airport Transfers Derby 07976 810513 10 Bowler Drive, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 0JR 0.83 Miles
Ks Taxis 01773 823005 68A Over La, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 0HW 0.93 Miles
Derwent Cars 01773 824824 18 Yardley Way, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 0ES 1.11 Miles
Terrys Taxis 01773 742929 92 Street Lane, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 8NF 1.23 Miles
A And B Van And Minibus Hire 01773 742431 Whiteley Service Station, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 8JN 1.53 Miles
Brook Cabs 07976 071496 10 Mellor's Lane, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 0SY 1.78 Miles
Limos Derby 01773 711121 73 Chestnut Ave, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1LW 1.88 Miles
A And P Taxis 01773 570700 18 Holly Av, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3PP 2.10 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Danesby Rise D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ryknield Hill D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Toll Bar D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chapel Street D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Highfield Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Denby Pottery No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bowler Avenue D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hunter Drive D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Denby Village No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kilburn Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Horeston No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Killis Lane D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Horsley Lane D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Kilburn No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sandbed Lane (1) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Arthur Medical Centre 01332 880249	The Arthur Medical Centre Four Lane Ends Horsley Woodhouse Derbyshire DE7 6AX
Whitemoor Medical Centre 01773 880099	Whitemoor Medical Centre Whitemoor Lane Belper Derbyshire DE56 0JB
Ivy Grove Surgery 01773 514130	Ivy Grove Surgery Steeple Drive Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3TH
Church Farm Ripley - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Church Farm Medical Centre Steeple Drive Ripley DE5 3TH
Church Farm Primary Care Centre	Steeple Drive Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3TH

Local Stores

Horsley Main Street
131 Main Street
Horsley Woodhouse
Ilkeston
Derbyshire
DE7 6AX
01332 880844
Store Website
1.08 miles

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Riverside Veterinary Centre
Unit 3, Goods Wharf Goods Road Belper Derbyshire DE56 1UU 01773 829 544 contact@riversidevetsbelper.co.uk Website 2.23 miles
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Marshall &Amp; Till (Belper) Ltd
20/22 Campbell Street Belper Derbyshire DE56 1AP 01773 822 591 Website 2.24 miles
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Ambivet Veterinary Group
14A Derby Road Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3HQ 01773 747801 ripley@ambivet.com Website 2.40 miles
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When closed there is a vet team at our Heanor surgery 01773 717780
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When closed there is a vet team at our Heanor surgery 01773 717780
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Gem Equine Ltd
12 Coupe Street Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3QD 07791806970 equinevet@live.co.uk Website 2.49 miles
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Ambivet Veterinary Group
24 Mundy Street Heanor Derbyshire DE75 7EB 01773 717780 admin@ambivet.com Website 3.20 miles
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When closed a veterinary team is always available on site
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When closed a veterinary team is always available on site
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When closed a veterinary team is always available on site
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When closed a veterinary team is always available on site
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When closed a veterinary team is always available on site
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When closed a veterinary team is always available on site

Heanor Vets4pets Ltd
Unit 1 19A Church Street Heanor Derbyshire DE75 7AH Heanor@vets4pets.com Website 3.34 miles

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Local Dog Walks

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 3.05 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 4.23 miles

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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 4.76 miles Places To Park On Jackass Lane And Higg Lane

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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 5.73 miles Matlock

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Kedleston Hall And Estate
Unnamed Road Derby DE22 5JH 5.95 miles

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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 6.36 miles There Is A Large Lay-By On Potato Pit Lane Directly Opposite The T-Junction With Dale Road.

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