Welcome to Foston

Foston is a small village located in the South Derbyshire district of Derbyshire, England. The village is situated approximately 7 miles south-west of the city of Derby and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Foston has a population of around 300 people and is a peaceful and quiet place to live. The village has a primary school, a church, a village hall, and a pub.

Foston has a rich history dating back to the Roman times. The village was once an important stop on the Roman road that connected the cities of Derby and Leicester. The village also played a significant role in the English Civil War, with the Battle of Willington taking place just a few miles away. Today, Foston is a popular destination for tourists who come to explore the village's history and enjoy the beautiful countryside.

Foston is a great place to live for those who enjoy a peaceful and quiet lifestyle. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal location for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The village also has a strong sense of community, with many events and activities taking place throughout the year. Overall, Foston is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community.

Local Weather

Fog

Temp: 0.3°C

Feels Like: -1.9°C

Wind: 4 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Church Broughton C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Andrew Rudge	Main Street Church Broughton Derby Derbyshire DE65 5AS 01283585301 School Website
Sudbury Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Michelle Hannaford	School Lane Sudbury Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 5HZ 01283585251 School Website
Heath Fields Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Mark Whyman	Field Avenue Hatton Derby Derbyshire DE65 5EQ 01283813255 School Website
Richard Wakefield Cofe Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanne Lowe	Burton Street Tutbury Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE13 9NR 1283247535 School Website
St Augustine's Cofe Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Walker	Pipehay Lane Draycott-In-The-Clay Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 5BY 1283820365 School Website
St Peters C Of E Vc First School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Richard Kitching	The Square Marchington Uttoxeter Staffordshire ST14 8LH 01283820252 School Website
Hilton Spencer Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Gary Staddon	Peacroft Lane Hilton Derby Derbyshire DE65 5GH 1283732334 School Website
John Of Rolleston Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Mccaffrey	Chapel Lane Rolleston-On-Dove Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE13 9AG 1283247515 School Website
Longford Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elise Piper-Hadfield	Main Street Longford Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 3DR 1335330364 School Website
The Mease Spencer Academy Free Schools Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julia Hart	Carsington Road Hilton DE65 5LX School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Tutbury And Hatton Station Road, Hatton, Derbyshire, DE65 5DX 2.07 Miles

Uttoxeter Station Road, Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8XG 5.80 Miles

Burton-On-Trent Borough Road, Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 2DA 6.19 Miles

Willington The Green, Willington, Derbyshire, DE65 6BN 7.10 Miles

Peartree Osmaston Park Road, Peartree, Derbyshire, DE24 8DT 10.63 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Adr Carsltd 01283 814937 18 Heath Way, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5EN 1.97 Miles
Legacy Derby Chauffeur Services 07960 617912 34 Heath Way, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5EN 1.97 Miles
Eazy Travel Minibus Hire 07966 371984 34 Eaton Close, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5ED 1.99 Miles
Alfie's Private Hire 01283 814915 25 Wakefield Avenue, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9JU 2.28 Miles
Hilton Cars 01283 736888 Unit 19 Hilton Industrial Estate, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5FE 3.38 Miles
Hilton Private Hire 01283 736888 Unit 24/Hilton Ind Est/Sutton La, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5FE 3.38 Miles
Evets Classic Cars 01283 734538 Unit 20 Hilton Industrial Estate, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 5FE 3.38 Miles
Dovelin Cars 01889 567055 Victory Farm, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, DE6 5JS 4.56 Miles
Etwall Cars 01283 209878 6 Blakelow Drive, Derby, Derbyshire, DE65 6NN 4.80 Miles
Pauls Taxis And Minibuses 01283 500600 Hopley Road, Burton Upon Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 9PZ 4.85 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Coplow Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Foresters Arms Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Aston Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Church Broughton Po Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Foston Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sudbury Village Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Fauld Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sudbury Station Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Saltbox Cafe Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Scropton Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hatton Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Coton In The Clay Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tutbury Station Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sudbury Park Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Owens Bank Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dove River 01283 585215	Dove River Practice Gibb Lane Sudbury, Ashbourne Derbyshire DE6 5HY
Tutbury Health Centre 01283 812210	Tutbury Health Centre Monk Street, Tutbury Burton On Trent Staffordshire DE13 9NA
Tattersall & Partners (Branch) 01283 812455	Tutbury Health Centre Monk Street Tutbury Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE13 9NA
Wellbrook Medical Centre 01283 732406	Wellbrook Medical Centre Welland Road, Hilton Derby Derbyshire DE65 5GZ
Tansey Branch	Stretton Surgery Ladywell Close Stretton Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE13 0FS

Local Stores

Hatton
Station Road
Hatton
Derby
Derbyshire
DE65 5EL
01283 520097
Store Website
2.06 miles

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SPAR - Harvest - Brobot A38 Northbound
SPAR Store
Derby Road
Egginton
DE65 6GY
01283 703198
Store Website
5.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Peakfield Farm Vets
The Stable Sapperton Manor, Sapperton Lane Church Broughton Derby Derbyshire DE65 5AU 01283 243363 chris.butterworth@peakfieldsfarmvets.co.uk Website 1.48 miles

Animals Treated
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Glenthorne Veterinary Group
The White House 37 Monk Street Tutbury Burton-On-Trent Staffordshire DE13 9NA 01283 813343 enquiries@glenthornevets.co.uk 2.25 miles
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Scarsdale Veterinary Group
6 Witham Close Egginton Road Hilton Derby Derbyshire DE65 5JR 01283 732999 post@scarsdalevets.com Website 3.91 miles

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Llm Farm Vets Derbyshire (Needwood)
Unit 1 Upper Linbrook Farm Needwood Burton On Trent Staffordshire DE13 9PF Website 4.40 miles

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Etwall Vets
Eggington Road Etwall Derby Derbyshire DE65 6NB 01283 704768 reception@etwallvets.co.uk Website 4.95 miles
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Animals Treated
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Outside these hours please call the main practice number for instructions.
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Sarah Smith Cardiology
Ivy Court Willington Road Etwall Derby Derbyshire DE65 6JG 01283 733766 referrals@sarahsmithcardiology.co.uk Website 5.03 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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Local Dog Walks

Jacksonand#039;S Bank
Mixture Of Flat, Surfaced Pathways And Narrow, Hilly Paths Through Woodland In The National Forest. There Is A Free Carpark And Small Picnic Area With Benches At The Start Of The Walk. There Are A Variety Of Paths To Take Ranging From A Short Circuit Of About 20-30 Minutes To A Much Longer Circular Walk Of Over An Hour. Some Of The Smaller Paths Can Get Muddy In Winter, But The Main Path Remains Relatively Dry And Flat Year Round. Rd 6.20 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 6.85 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 7.32 miles

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Milton To Foremark Loop
A Hilly, Well-Marked 7 Mile Walk That Encompasses Open Fields, Woodland, And Beaches. Main Street Milton Derby DE65 6EF 8.98 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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Kedleston Hall And Estate
Unnamed Road Derby DE22 5JH 9.30 miles

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Dimmingsdale
Dimmingsdale. Located Between Oakamoor Village And Alton Village Staffordshire. Woodland Walks With Hills And Valleys To Roam. There Is A Cafe/Restaurant The Ramblers Retreat Where You Can Park For Free, At The Ramblers Retreat There Are Huts For You To Sit In With Your Dogs And Enjoy A Cup Of Tea Or A Meal Red Rd Alton Stoke-On-Trent ST10 4BU 10.58 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-13.2°C	-13.5°C	-13.7°C	-15.2°C	-15.3°C	-12.7°C	-8.9°C	-5.1°C	-3.9°C	-4.9°C	-7.5°C	-8.1°C

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