Welcome to Farhill

Farhill is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, England. It is situated in the Peak District National Park, which is known for its stunning natural beauty and picturesque landscapes. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green forests, and crystal-clear streams, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The village of Farhill has a rich history that dates back to the medieval period. It was once a thriving market town, and evidence of its past can still be seen in the form of historic buildings and landmarks. One of the most notable landmarks in the village is the Farhill Castle, which was built in the 12th century and served as a stronghold during the Norman Conquest. Today, the castle is a popular tourist attraction and a testament to the village's rich cultural heritage.

Despite its small size, Farhill is a vibrant and welcoming community that offers a range of amenities and services to its residents and visitors. The village has a number of shops, restaurants, and pubs, as well as a primary school and a community center. It also hosts a variety of events and festivals throughout the year, including a summer fair and a Christmas market, which attract visitors from all over the region. Overall, Farhill is a charming and picturesque village that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

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Local Schools

School Details
Ashover Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Sue Myhill
Narrowleys Lane
Ashover
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S45 0AU
01246590207
School Website
Eastwood Grange School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:9-18
Head Teacher
Mr Stuart Lees
Eastwood Grange
Milken Lane
Ashover
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S45 0BA
01246590255
School Website
Highfields School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Andrew Marsh
Upper Lumsdale
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 5NA
1629581888
School Website
St Joseph's Catholic Voluntary Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Stacey Carr
Chesterfield Road
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 3FT
1629583616
School Website
Tansley Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Sophia Barker
Gold Hill
Tansley
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 5FG
01629582448
School Website
Castle View Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Gill Cormack
School Road
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 3DS
1629582699
School Website
All Saints Cofe Infant School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-7
Head Teacher
Mr Ben O'connell
Dimple Road
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 3HX
1629582913
School Website
All Saints Cofe Junior School
Academy Converter
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mr Ben O'connell
Hurds Hollow
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 3LA
1629582913
School Website
Stretton Handley Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Louise Nicholson
Beresford Lane
Woolley Moor
Alfreton
Derbyshire
DE55 6FH
01246590418
School Website
Darley Dale Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Sarah Hudson
Greenaway Lane
Hackney
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 2QB
01629732226
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Matlock
Station Yard, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3NA
2.79 Miles
Matlock Bath
Dale Road, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, DE4 5JA
3.33 Miles
Cromford
Lea Road, Cromford, Derbyshire, DE4 5JJ
4.03 Miles
Whatstandwell
Cromford Road, Whatstandwell, Derbyshire, DE4 5HE
5.69 Miles
Chesterfield
Corporation Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S41 7UB
6.22 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Matlock Cab
01629 583539
Bank Road, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3NF
2.61 Miles
Fox Cars
01629 583333
20 Matlock Green, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3BT
2.77 Miles
M Js Wirksworth Taxis
01629 826060
1 Dimple Crescent, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3PJ
2.79 Miles
J B Taxis
01246 280909
John Hadfield House/Dale Rd, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3RD
2.96 Miles
Way 2 Travel
01246 864557
160 North Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9PT
3.48 Miles
Toad Cars
01629 732705
Sunnyside Cottage/Gill La, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2HH
3.59 Miles
Lakeside Chauffeurs
01246 271978
79 New Road, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6UJ
3.64 Miles
Matlock Taxis
01629 584195
Brunswood Mount/Brunswood Rd, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3PA
3.68 Miles
Marks Taxis
01246 239106
16 Lydgate Drive, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6TF
3.77 Miles
A2b Cars
01246 863800
Market Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9JE
3.94 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Kelstedge Lane
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Marsh Green Lane
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Uppertown
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Church Street
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Ashover Post Office
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Priority Mailbox:
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Matlock Moor
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Far Hill
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Hockley Lane
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Asker Lane
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Duke Of Wellington
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Milltown
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Quarry Lane Farm
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The Knoll
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Littlemoor
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Mettesford
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Ashover Medical Centre
01246 590711
Ashover Medical Centre
Milken Lane
Ashover
Chesterfield
S45 0BA
County Hall Matlock - Covid Local Vaccination Service
County Offices
Matlock
DE4 3AG
Lime Grove Medical Centre
01629 581586
Lime Grove Medical Centre
Lime Grove Walk
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 3FD
Imperial Road Surgery
01629 583465
The Group Surgery
8 Imperial Road
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 3NL
Credas Medical
01629 733205
Dale Road South
Darley Dale
Derbyshire
DE4 2EU
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Local Stores

Matlock
3 Firs Parade
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 3AS
01629 580224
Store Website
2.66 miles
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SPAR Two Dales
SPAR PFS
Warney Road
Darley Dale
Matlock
DE4 2EW
01629 733746
Store Website
3.2 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Matlock / Peak Veterinary Ltd
113 Church Street
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 3BZ
01629 582844
matlock@medivet.co.uk
2.94 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Derwent Valley Vets Ltd
The Boat House
110 Dale Road
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 3PP
01629 55666
derwentvalleyvets.co.uk
Website
3.05 miles
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Quietus Vet - Caring Pet Euthanasia
3 Ogston
Higham
Alfreton
Derbyshire
DE55 6EL
01773 404 063
help@quietusvet.co.uk
Website
3.85 miles
Amenities
Mobile services only

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The Charlesworth Veterinary Surgery
57-59 Broadleys
Clay Cross
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S45 9JN
01246 862266
reception@charlesworthvets.com
Website
4.03 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

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Vets Now Chesterfield
C/O The Charlesworth Veterinary Centre
55 - 59 Broadleys
Clay Cross
Derbyshire
S45 9JN
01246 930560
chesterfieldclinic@vets-now.com
Website
4.03 miles
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Matt Smith Vets
6 Florence Road
Clay Cross
Derbyshire
S45 9ND
01246 587001
hello@mattsmithvets.com
Website
4.45 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Birds

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Dogs

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Local Dog Walks

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
5.23 miles

Matlock
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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
5.40 miles

From The M6: Take J29 Chesterfield And Follow The Brown Signs. From Matlock: Take The A6, Then The B6012.
Stanton Stroll
Reading Room Cottage
Park Ln
Stanton In Peak
Matlock
DE4 2LU
5.49 miles

Head Up The Hill From The Pub
Location
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Nine Ladies Stanton Moor
Lovely Walk, Sandy Paths- Can Be A Little Uneven But Mainly Flat. The Trail Isn’T Marked So Just Research The Route First But Most Paths Lead Back In A Circle.
Richmond Hill
Main St
Birchover
Matlock
DE4 2BN
5.59 miles

There Is A Carpark Near The Campsite But You Can Also Park Near The Druids Inn
Location
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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
5.78 miles

Location
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Middleton Top
Walk The Derbyshire Dales Along The High Peak Trail. We Chose To Start At Middleton Top But There's Many Other Points To Jump On. The Former Railway Line Runs For 17.5Miles. There Are Toilets And Oaid Parking, Plus Cafe At Middleton Top. We Walked Towards Black Rocks. Its About 1-2 Miles, Downhill. Be Aware, It'll Make You Puff On The Way Back Up! The Track Is Stoney, Wide And Goes From Flat To Hilly, Open Views Across The Valley To Tree Lined. The Lune Has Signposts Charting The History Along The Way. Dogs Don't Have To Be On Leads But There Are Bikes! Our Dog Loved It. We Enjoyed The Spectacular Views.
Middleton Top Incline And Engine House
Middleton
6.05 miles

Signed Posted. Head To Middleton Near Wirksworth.
Location
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