Welcome to Denby Common

Denby Common is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, England. The village is situated on the outskirts of the town of Ripley and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Denby Common is a popular destination for tourists who come to explore the stunning scenery and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the area.

One of the main attractions of Denby Common is the Denby Pottery Visitor Centre. The centre is home to the famous Denby Pottery, which has been producing high-quality ceramics for over 200 years. Visitors can take a tour of the factory and see how the pottery is made, as well as browse the extensive range of products in the on-site shop. The centre also has a restaurant and café, where visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink while taking in the beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.

Denby Common is also home to a number of walking and cycling routes, which take visitors through some of the most picturesque parts of the area. The village is located close to the Peak District National Park, which is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can explore the park's stunning landscapes, including rolling hills, rugged moorland, and picturesque villages. Whether you're looking for a gentle stroll or a challenging hike, Denby Common and the surrounding area has something to offer everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
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
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
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
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
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
Loscoe Cofe Primary School And Nursery Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Tew	Church View Loscoe Heanor Derbyshire DE75 7RT 1773713396 School Website
Ripley Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Paula Doleman	Kirk Close Off Highfield Way Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3RY 01773743354 School Website
Ripley Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Ms Jennifer Clarke	Poplar Avenue Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3PN 01773742281 School Website
Richardson Endowed Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Martyn Fearn	Main Road Smalley Ilkeston Derbyshire DE7 6EF 1332880317 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Belper Albert Street, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 1DA 2.92 Miles

Langley Mill Station Road, Langley Mill, Derbyshire, NG16 4AT 3.43 Miles

Duffield Station Approach, Duffield, Derbyshire, DE56 4EP 3.79 Miles

Ambergate Midland Terrace, Ambergate, Derbyshire, DE56 2EN 3.99 Miles

Ilkeston Station Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7 5TE 5.64 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Borrowash Cars 01332 660000 4 Bottle Brook, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 0PD 0.84 Miles
Brookvale Cars 07790 248108 37 Brookvale Avenue, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 8NS 0.88 Miles
A And B Van And Minibus Hire 01773 742431 Whiteley Service Station, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 8JN 0.95 Miles
Terrys Taxis 01773 742929 92 Street Lane, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 8NF 1.23 Miles
Airport Transfers Derby 07976 810513 10 Bowler Drive, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 0JR 1.40 Miles
Ks Taxis 01773 823005 68A Over La, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 0HW 1.61 Miles
A And P Taxis 01773 570700 18 Holly Av, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3PP 1.63 Miles
Derwent Cars 01773 824824 18 Yardley Way, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 0ES 1.72 Miles
L O Taxis 07794 786931 11 Cavendish Dr, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3GW 1.82 Miles
Deans Taxis 07974 476653 17 Hopton Close, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3TQ 2.17 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Denby Pottery Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Denby Village Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ryknield Hill D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Denby Common Collection Today available until:08:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Upper Marehay Road D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Royal Oak D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Danesby Rise D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chapel Street D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Street Lane Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Toll Bar D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grammer Street D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Derby Road D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bowler Avenue D Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Highfield Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Horeston Collection Today available until:07:00 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
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
Church Farm Ripley - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Church Farm Medical Centre Steeple Drive Ripley DE5 3TH

Local Stores

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

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Gem Equine Ltd
12 Coupe Street Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3QD 07791806970 equinevet@live.co.uk Website 1.85 miles
Amenities Out-of-hours service only
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Ambivet Veterinary Group
14A Derby Road Ripley Derbyshire DE5 3HQ 01773 747801 ripley@ambivet.com Website 1.97 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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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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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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When closed there is a vet team at our Heanor surgery 01773 717780

Ambivet Veterinary Group
24 Mundy Street Heanor Derbyshire DE75 7EB 01773 717780 admin@ambivet.com Website 2.46 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
Fri	08:30	20:00
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 2.59 miles

Animals Treated
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Marshall &Amp; Till (Belper) Ltd
20/22 Campbell Street Belper Derbyshire DE56 1AP 01773 822 591 Website 2.98 miles
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Riverside Veterinary Centre
Unit 3, Goods Wharf Goods Road Belper Derbyshire DE56 1UU 01773 829 544 contact@riversidevetsbelper.co.uk Website 3.02 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 2.38 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 4.85 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 5.18 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 5.89 miles Matlock

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

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Kedleston Hall And Estate
Unnamed Road Derby DE22 5JH 6.70 miles

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