Welcome to Shardlow

Shardlow is a small village located in the south of Derbyshire, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Trent and is known for its historic canal system. The village has a rich history dating back to the 18th century when it was a thriving inland port. Today, Shardlow is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors from all over the world who come to explore its picturesque streets and learn about its fascinating past.

One of the most notable features of Shardlow is its canal system. The village is home to the Shardlow Heritage Centre, which houses a collection of artifacts and exhibits that tell the story of the canal system and its importance to the village. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the canal towpath, taking in the stunning views of the surrounding countryside and watching the boats as they pass by. The canal system is also home to a variety of wildlife, including ducks, swans, and herons, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.

In addition to its canal system, Shardlow is also home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks. The village has a number of listed buildings, including the Old Grammar School, which dates back to the 17th century, and the Old Crown Inn, which was once a popular stop for travelers on the canal. Other notable landmarks include the village church, which dates back to the 13th century, and the village green, which is a popular spot for picnics and outdoor activities. Overall, Shardlow is a charming village with a rich history and plenty to see and do for visitors of all ages.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Shardlow Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Ms Kylie Magner
London Road
Shardlow
Derby
Derbyshire
DE72 2GR
01332792215
School Website
Aston On Trent Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sam Moore
Long Croft
Aston-On-Trent
Derby
Derbyshire
DE72 2UH
01332799478
School Website
Draycott Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Claire Evans
Hopwell Road
Draycott
Derby
Derbyshire
DE72 3NH
01332872261
School Website
Orchard Community Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Fiona Shields
Grange Drive
Castle Donington
Derby
Derbyshire
DE74 2QU
1332810078
School Website
Hemington Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-10
Head Teacher
Mrs Eimear Davis
Main Street
Hemington
Derby
Leicestershire
DE74 2RB
01332810447
School Website
St Edwards Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-10
Head Teacher
Mrs Rachel Lacey
Dovecote
Castle Donington
Derby
Leicestershire
DE74 2LH
01332810231
School Website
Castle Donington College
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Julie Sheppard
Mount Pleasant
Castle Donington
Derby
Leicestershire
DE74 2LN
01332810528
School Website
Ellern Mede Derby School
Other Independent Special School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Adel Shirbini
96 Draycott Road
Breaston
Derby
DE72 3DB
2089597774
Foxbridge Primary School
Free Schools
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Pamela Bridgwood
Welsted Road
Castle Donington
DE74 2SN
1332415978
School Website
Weston On Trent C Of E Va Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Sarah Burns
Forrester Avenue
Weston-On-Trent
Derby
Derbyshire
DE72 2HX
01332700488
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Long Eaton
Tamworth Road, Long Eaton, Derbyshire, NG10 3GS
3.00 Miles
Spondon
Station Road, Spondon, Derbyshire, DE21 7RX
3.75 Miles
East Midlands Parkway
Station Approach Road, Off A453, Remembrance Way, Near Ratcliffe-On-Soar, Nottinghamshire, NG11 0EE
4.06 Miles
Peartree
Osmaston Park Road, Peartree, Derbyshire, DE24 8DT
5.05 Miles
Derby
Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU
5.63 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Shardlow Cars
01332 793173
6 London Road, Derby, Derbyshire, DE72 2GR
0.27 Miles
Limos For You
0800 005 1200
11 Old Cavindish Bridge, Derby, Derbyshire, DE72 2HL
0.78 Miles
Short Term Contract Hire
01332 290173
12 Bramley Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG10 3SX
3.02 Miles
Connection Cabs Derby
01332 758954
2 Star Cottages, Derby, Derbyshire, DE24 0JH
3.59 Miles
Double Seven Taxis
0115 946 4677
12 Cornwallis Close, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG10 1DW
3.61 Miles
Derby Chauffeurs
01332 706135
78 Chestnut Avenue, Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 6RW
3.70 Miles
Posh Car Ltd
07930 340857
23 Queen Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG10 1BJ
3.84 Miles
L.E. Taxi's
0115 916 4444
43 Tamworth Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG10 1AX
3.87 Miles
P-B Travel Derby
07708 525805
37 Moult Avenue, Derby, Derbyshire, DE21 7FW
3.91 Miles
Market Taxis
0115 972 7700
28A Tamworth Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG10 1JJ
3.93 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Cowlinshaw Close
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Shardlow Village
Collection Today available until:16:30
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Special Mailbox:
The Warf
Collection Today available until:16:00
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Cavendish Close
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Cavendish Bridge
Collection Today available until:09:00
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Aston On Trent
Collection Today available until:17:00
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Ambaston
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Trent Lane
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Special Mailbox:
Trent Lane
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Weston Road Aston
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Darsway
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Draycott Post Office
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Special Mailbox:
Bondgate
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Thulston
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Derby Road
Collection Today available until:09:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
The Surgery ( Aston On Trent)
1332792888
8 Bell Avenue
Aston On Trent
Derby
Derbyshire
DE72 2BE
Castle Donington Surgery
01332 856050
Castle Donington Surgery
53 Borough Street
Castle Donington
Derbyshire
DE74 2LB
The Surgery ( Breaston)
01332 872271
1 Bridgefield
Draycott Road
Breaston
Derby
Derbyshire
DE72 3DS
Wilmot Street Surgery
0115 9733429
165 Wilmot Street
Sawley
Long Eaton
Nottinghamshire
NG10 3EL
The Park Medical Practice ( B'wash)
01332 665511
46 Derby Road
Borrowash
Derby
Derbyshire
DE72 3HA
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Local Stores

Castle Donington
Station Road
Castle Donington
Derby
Leicestershire
DE74 2NJ
01332 853951
Store Website
1.64 miles
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SPAR - Castle Donnignton
Former Community Library
Delven Lane
Castle Donnington
DE74 2LJ
Store Website
1.9 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Dovecote Veterinary Hospital
5 Delven Lane
Castle Donington
Derby
Derbyshire
DE74 2LJ
01332 812500
info@dovecoteveterinaryhospital.co.uk
Website
2.12 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Dogs

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White Cross Vets Alvaston
1238 London Road
Alvaston
Derby
Derbyshire
DE24 8QP
01332 756060
alv@whitecrossvets.co.uk
3.67 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

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Small Mammals

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Abbeyserve Limited
248 Derby Road
Chellaston
Derbyshire
DE73 6RU
01332 700256
admin@abbeyderby.co.uk
Website
3.70 miles
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Cats

Dogs

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Ashfield House Veterinary Hospital Limited
142 Derby Road
Long Eaton
Nottingham
Nottinghamshire
NG10 4ER
0115 972 7050
info@ashvet.co.uk
Website
3.75 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

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Ark Veterinary Clinics
13 St. Johns Street
Long Eaton
Nottingham
Derbyshire
NG10 1BW
01159 723650
enquiries@arkvetclinics.co.uk
Website
3.76 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Scarsdale Veterinary Group
247 Chellaston Road
Shelton Lock
Derby
Derbyshire
DE24 9EG
3.78 miles
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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
5.04 miles

There Is A Large Lay-By On Potato Pit Lane Directly Opposite The T-Junction With Dale Road.
Location
what3words
airliners.polo.kitchens
Ticknall Limeyards And Calke Abbey Loop
A Five Mile Loop From Ticknall Through The Grounds Of Calke Abbey And Out Via The Ticknall Lime Quarry, Limeyards, And Lime Kilns.
Main Street
Ticknall
6.33 miles

Location
what3words
tree.puddings.sorry
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
6.45 miles

Ilkeston Road , Nottingham
Location
what3words
pens.deeper.luxury
Milton To Foremark Loop
A Hilly, Well-Marked 7 Mile Walk That Encompasses Open Fields, Woodland, And Beaches.
Main Street
Milton
Derby
DE65 6EF
7.57 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).
Location
what3words
examine.voices.astounded
Grace Dieu Woods
A Sustrans Track Runs Through This Woodland, But Away From That There Are Walks Within The Woodland.
27 Springfield
Thringstone
Coalville
Lancashire
LE67 8LT
7.84 miles

Grace Dieu Woods Can Be Approached From Turlough Road, Whitwick Or Springfield, Thringstone, Leicestershire
Location
what3words
punctured.promotes.about
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
8.07 miles

Location
what3words
owls.seats.manliness
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