Welcome to Sheldon

Sheldon is a small village located in the Peak District National Park in Derbyshire, England. The village is situated on a hillside and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Sheldon is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the stunning scenery and the peaceful atmosphere. The village has a rich history and is home to several historic buildings, including the 17th-century Sheldon Hall and the 12th-century St. Michael's Church.

One of the main attractions of Sheldon is its location. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it the perfect place for hiking and cycling. There are several walking trails that lead from the village into the surrounding countryside, offering stunning views of the Peak District. The village is also home to several small streams and ponds, which are popular with anglers.

Sheldon is a small but vibrant community, with a strong sense of community spirit. The village has a number of local events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. The village also has a pub, The Cock and Pullet, which is a popular meeting place for locals and visitors alike. Overall, Sheldon is a charming and picturesque village that offers visitors a taste of rural England at its best.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Monyash C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Sharon Slack
Church Street
Monyash
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1JH
01629812413
School Website
Longstone C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Ms Simon Beahan
The Cross
Great Longstone
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1TZ
07720435539
School Website
St Anselms School
Other Independent School
Ages:2-13
Head Teacher
Mr Frank Thompson
Stanedge Road
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1DP
01629812734
School Website
Lady Manners School
Foundation School
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Gary Peat
Shutts Lane
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1JA
01629812671
School Website
Flagg Nursery School
La Nursery School
Ages:2-5
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Brown
Main Road
Flagg
Near Buxton
Derbyshire
SK17 9QT
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School Website
Bakewell Methodist Junior School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Elizabeth Owens
Stoney Close
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1FR
01629812389
School Website
Bakewell Cofe Infant School
Academy Converter
Ages:5-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Susan Davies-Beckett
Bath Street
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1BX
1629812322
School Website
Taddington And Priestcliffe School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs James Handley
Taddington
Buxton
Derbyshire
SK17 9TW
0 129885278
School Website
Youlgrave All Saints C Of E Voluntary Aided Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sophia Barker
Alport Lane
Youlgrave
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1WN
01629636289
School Website
Litton C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Caroline Hicks
Litton
Buxton
Derbyshire
SK17 8QU
01298871449
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Buxton
Station Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6AQ
7.71 Miles
Grindleford
Station Road, Grindleford, Derbyshire, S32 2HY
7.73 Miles
Hathersage
Back Lane, Hathersage, Derbyshire, S32 1DT
8.38 Miles
Dove Holes
Station Road, Dove Holes, Derbyshire, SK17 8DJ
8.39 Miles
Bamford
Station Approach, Off Saltergate Lane, Bamford, Derbyshire, S32 1EG
8.57 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Bakewell Business Travel
01629 813434
The Rock, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1DH
2.47 Miles
Al's Taxis
07866 661188
Woodside Drive, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1ER
2.69 Miles
Peak Premier Travel
01629 636877
Over Haddon View/Conksbury Av, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1WQ
3.42 Miles
Tideswell Hire
01298 872255
8 Chantry Lane, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 8NP
4.46 Miles
Paul's Private Hire
07972 583586
8 New Road, Hope, Derbyshire, S32 5QY
5.52 Miles
Jp Private Hire
01298 424002
1 Barleycrofts Cottages, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 8RG
5.57 Miles
Djg's Taxi
01629 650025
5 Annies Close, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2BE
5.81 Miles
Toad Cars
01629 732705
Sunnyside Cottage/Gill La, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 2HH
6.75 Miles
Grindleford Private Hire
01433 630360
10 Derwent Close, Hope, Derbyshire, S32 2HD
6.92 Miles
A2z Cars
01298 24455
176 Harpur Hill Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9LH
7.18 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Sheldon
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Ashford School
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Ashford In The Water Village
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Dukes Drive
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Monsal Head
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The Field
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Thornbridge Hall
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Little Longstone
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Monsal Dale
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Monyash Post Office Box
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Old Over Haddon Post Office Box
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Old Great Longstone Post Office Box
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Croft Road
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Flagg
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School House
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Peak & Dales Medical Partnership
01629 816636
The Medical Centre
Butts Road
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1ED
Newholme Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Baslow Road
Bakewell
DE45 1AD
Newholme Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3
Baslow Road
Bakewell
DE45 1AD
Newholme Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Baslow Road
Bakewell
DE45 1AD
Youlegrave Medical Centre
Alport Lane
Youlgrave
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1WN
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Local Stores

Petrol Haddon Road
Haddon Road
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1EP
01629 813768
Store Website
2.74 miles
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SPAR Bakewell
SPAR
Unit 1 Granby Road
Bakewell
DE45 1ES
01629 813373
Store Website
2.7 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Bakewell Equine Clinic
Unit 14
Ashford Road
Deepdale Business Park
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1GT
01629 810 351
equine@bakewellvets.co.uk
Website
2.10 miles
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Equines

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Bakewell Veterinary Clinic
Milford Farm
Mill Street
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1DX
01629 812035
2.60 miles
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Llm Farm Vets
Bakewell Show Office
Agricultural Way
Bakewell
Derby
Derbyshire
DE45 1AH
01629 691692
derbys@llmvets.co.uk
Website
2.90 miles
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Overdale Veterinary Centre
T/A The Overdale Veterinary Centre
New Market Street
Buxton
Derbyshire
SK17 6LP
01298 23499
enquiries@derbyshire-vets.co.uk
Website
7.60 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
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Vetcare @ Home
3 Scarsdale Place
Buxton
Derbyshire
SK17 6EE
01773 302220
info@vetcarehome.co.uk
Website
7.75 miles
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Medivet Buxton
8 Market Place
Buxton
Derbyshire
SK17 6EB
01298 74252
buxton@medivet.co.uk
Website
7.76 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

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Cats

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Local Dog Walks

Monsal Dale
The Route Follows The River Wye Passing Under The Headstone Viaduct And Giving Excellent Views Of The Weir.
DE45 1QS
0.08 miles

Take The A6 From Bakewell. After About 2.6 Miles, You Will See The Car Park On Your Right. It Is Well Sign-Posted.
Monsal Trail
The Monsal Trail Follows The Path Of The Former Midland Railway From Blackwell Mill Cottages To Coombs Viaduct, About 1Km Past The Former Bakewell Station - A Distance Of About 20Km. For The Most Part The Trail Follows The Path Of The River Wye, Which Means It Offers Some Spectacular Scenery. You Can Get Onto The Trail At Several Points. It Is A Tarmacked Wide Path And Goes Through Several Tunnels. The Route Is Shared By Walkers, Cyclists And Horse Riders So It Is Best To Keep Your Dogs On Lead.
Monsal Trail
Buxton
SK17 9UQ
1.98 miles

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Bakewell And The Monsal Trail
Bakewell Is A Well-Loved Market Town Offering A Mixture Of Fantastic Footpaths And Trails To Explore.
DE45 1GE
2.92 miles

Bakewell Is Located On The A6, Between Buxton To The North, And Matlock To The South.
Monks Dale
The Route Follows The Monk's Dale Dry Gorge Near Buxton. The Valley Is Dry Over The Summer But There Is A Winterbourne Stream Which Runs Into The River Wye. For Some Larger Dog Breeds This Can Be Linear Walk; The Wall Gaps Towards The Halfway Mark Get Quite Narrow. You Can Also Readily Join The Monsal Trail From The Carpark Of This Walk.
SK17 8SN
3.50 miles

From Buxton Follow The A6 Towards Bakewell. Turn Left Down The B6049 Following Signs For Tideswell And The Monsal Trail. As You Enter Millers Dale, Turn Left Toways Wormhill Still Following Signs For The Monsal Trail. The Road Assends And Passes Under Two Bridges, The Carpark Is Then On Your Left.
The Monsal Trail
The Route Follows The Monsal Trail, A Disused Railway Line That Has Been Converted Into A Cycling, Horse Riding And Walking Trail. The Route Veers Off The Monsal Trail To Meander Through The Wye Valley Next To The River. To Give Your Dog The Opportunity Of A Paddle. The Path Also Passes Along Some Limestone Stepping Stones.
SK17 8SN
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From Buxton Follow The A6 Towards Bakewell. Turn Left Down The B6049 Following Signs For Tideswell And The Monsal Trail. As You Enter Millers Dale, Turn Left Toways Wormhill Still Following Signs For The Monsal Trail. The Road Assends And Passes Under Two Bridges, The Car Park Is Then On Your Left.
Stanton Stroll
Reading Room Cottage
Park Ln
Stanton In Peak
Matlock
DE4 2LU
4.97 miles

Head Up The Hill From The Pub
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