Welcome to Shelton Lock

Shelton Lock is a small village located in the southern part of Derbyshire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Derwent and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history, dating back to the 12th century when it was first mentioned in historical records. Today, Shelton Lock is a peaceful and quiet village, with a close-knit community that is proud of its heritage.

One of the most notable features of Shelton Lock is its proximity to the River Derwent. The river is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities. The village also has several parks and green spaces, including the Shelton Lock Recreation Ground, which is a popular spot for picnics and outdoor activities. The village is also home to several historic buildings, including the Grade II listed St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 13th century.

Despite its small size, Shelton Lock has a strong sense of community. The village has several local businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and a pub. The village also has a primary school, which serves the local community. The village hosts several community events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. Overall, Shelton Lock is a charming and welcoming village that is proud of its heritage and community spirit.

Local Weather

Sunny

Temp: 16°C

Feels Like: 16°C

Wind: 7.8 MPH

Wind Dir: ESE

Local Schools

School	Details
Shelton Infant School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mr Anthony Leigh	Carlton Avenue Shelton Lock Derby Derbyshire DE24 9EJ 01332700353 School Website
Shelton Junior School Foundation School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jon Bacon	Carlton Avenue Shelton Lock Derby Derbyshire DE24 9EJ 01332701212 School Website
Noel-Baker Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Ann Donaghy	Bracknell Drive Alvaston Derby Derbyshire DE24 0BR 1332572026 School Website
Allenton Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Jacqui Trowsdale	Brookhouse Street Allenton Derby Derbyshire DE24 9BB 01332701144 School Website
St Martins School Academy Special Converter Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mrs Sabrina Hobbs	The Derwent Campus Bracknell Drive Alvaston Derby Derbyshire DE24 0BT 1332571151 School Website
Alvaston Moor Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mrs Michelle Strong	Brackens Lane Derby Derbyshire DE24 0AN 1332576777 School Website
Landau Forte Academy Moorhead Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ruth Mcneil	Brackens Lane Alvaston Derby Derbyshire DE24 0AN 01332571162 School Website
Lord Street Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:3-5 Head Teacher Mrs Deirdre Malley	Lord Street Allenton Derby Derbyshire DE24 9AX 01332349363
Homefields Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Deborah Rollerson	Parkway Chellaston Derby Derbyshire DE73 5NY 1332691351 School Website
Chellaston Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lisa Turner-Rowe	Maple Drive Chellaston Maple Drive, Chellaston Derby Derbyshire DE73 6PZ 1332701460 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Peartree Osmaston Park Road, Peartree, Derbyshire, DE24 8DT 1.37 Miles

Derby Railway Terrace, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 2RU 2.62 Miles

Spondon Station Road, Spondon, Derbyshire, DE21 7RX 2.72 Miles

Willington The Green, Willington, Derbyshire, DE65 6BN 5.02 Miles

Long Eaton Tamworth Road, Long Eaton, Derbyshire, NG10 3GS 6.68 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Derby Chauffeurs 01332 706135 78 Chestnut Avenue, Derby, Derbyshire, DE73 6RW 0.28 Miles
Cars On Demand 01332 988278 555 Osmaston Rd, Derby, Derbyshire, DE24 8NE 1.18 Miles
Connection Cabs Derby 01332 758954 2 Star Cottages, Derby, Derbyshire, DE24 0JH 1.29 Miles
Lamdun Cars 07930 277901 Business Park, Derby, Derbyshire, DE24 8EG 1.48 Miles
Anyday Car And Van Hire 01332 363071 27 Shaftesbury Street South, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 8YH 1.74 Miles
A1 Taxis 01332 366266 Unit 6B, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 8XA 1.84 Miles
A1 Taxis 01332 363333 Unit 6/Litchurch Mews/Sir Francis Ley Ind Pk, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 8XA 1.84 Miles
Swift Cabs 01332 363333 Unit 6, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 8XA 1.84 Miles
Derby Minibus 01332 291663 Colombo St, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 8LW 1.93 Miles
Sinfin Cars 01332 600500 Service Station/Dairyhouse Rd, Derby, Derbyshire, DE23 8HQ 2.00 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Carlton Gardens No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodthorne Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sinfin Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Boulton Lane/Whinbush Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Heigham Close No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bracknell Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chellaston Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Allenton Post Office Collection Today available until:11:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Sunday Last Collection:16:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Derby Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Maple Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brackens Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Parkway No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Harvey Road Post Office Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Chellaston Post Office Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Sunday Last Collection:16:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Field Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Lister House Chellaston	Coleman Street Derby Derbyshire DE24 8NH
Lister House Chellaston 01332 700455	Fellow Lands Way Chellaston Derby Derbyshire DE73 6SW
Alvaston Medical Centre 01332 755990	Alvaston Medical Centre 14 Boulton Lane, Alvaston Derby Derbyshire DE24 0GE
Parkfields Surgery 01332 784684	1217 London Road Alvaston Derby Derbyshire DE24 8QJ
Haven Medical Centre 01332 571677	Haven Medical Centre Keldholme Lane Alvaston, Derby DE24 0RY

Local Stores

Shelton Lock
242 Chellaston Road
Shelton Lock
Derby
Derbyshire
DE24 9EF
01332 691878
Store Website
0.14 miles

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SPAR - Harvest Energy Littleover
475 BURTON ROAD
LITTLEOVER
DE23 6FQ
01162 489 600
Store Website
3.0 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Scarsdale Veterinary Group
247 Chellaston Road Shelton Lock Derby Derbyshire DE24 9EG 0.23 miles


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Abbeyserve Limited
248 Derby Road Chellaston Derbyshire DE73 6RU 01332 700256 admin@abbeyderby.co.uk Website 0.29 miles

Animals Treated
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White Cross Vets Alvaston
1238 London Road Alvaston Derby Derbyshire DE24 8QP 01332 756060 alv@whitecrossvets.co.uk 1.35 miles
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Derby Pdsa Pet Hospital
200 City Gate London Road Derby Derbyshire DE24 8WY 01332 345771 Website 1.85 miles

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Vets Now (Derby)
200 City Gate London Road Derby Derbyshire DE24 8WY 01332 362400 derbyclinic@vets-now.com Website 1.85 miles
Amenities Out-of-hours service only
Animals Treated
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Easipetcare Ltd
Dovedale House R T C Business Park London Road Derby Derbyshire DE24 8UP 01332 611896 derby@easipetcare.com Website 2.00 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Milton To Foremark Loop
A Hilly, Well-Marked 7 Mile Walk That Encompasses Open Fields, Woodland, And Beaches. Main Street Milton Derby DE65 6EF 4.72 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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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 4.84 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 5.84 miles

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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 6.12 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 6.60 miles

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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 9.07 miles Ilkeston Road , Nottingham

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Weather Forecast

Saturday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear
Temp	13.2°C	11.2°C	10.6°C	9.3°C	14.1°C	19.2°C	22.7°C	24.4°C	24.5°C	24.3°C	21°C	18.6°C
Feels Like	13°C	10.9°C	9.4°C	8.7°C	14°C	19.2°C	23.7°C	24.9°C	25°C	25.2°C	21°C	18.6°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Cloudy	Overcast	Cloudy	Cloudy	Overcast	Mist
Temp	16.8°C	15°C	13.3°C	11.6°C	14.1°C	17.7°C	21.2°C	22.9°C	22.6°C	20.9°C	17.5°C	15.2°C
Feels Like	16.8°C	14.4°C	12°C	10°C	13.3°C	17.5°C	21.1°C	24.4°C	23.7°C	20.9°C	17.5°C	14.9°C

Monday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Mist	Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Mist	Overcast	Moderate or heavy rain shower	Light rain shower	Light rain shower	Light rain shower	Moderate rain at times	Patchy rain nearby
Temp	15.1°C	15.8°C	16.3°C	16.5°C	17.8°C	19.2°C	20.2°C	21.6°C	22.3°C	22.1°C	21°C	17.7°C
Feels Like	15°C	15.8°C	16.3°C	16.5°C	17.8°C	19.2°C	20.2°C	21.6°C	24.2°C	24.5°C	21°C	17.7°C

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