Welcome to Stretton

Stretton is a small village located in the Derbyshire Dales district of Derbyshire, England. The village is situated on the edge of the Peak District National Park and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Stretton is a popular destination for walkers and hikers who come to explore the nearby hills and valleys. The village has a rich history and is home to several historic buildings, including St. Michael's Church, which dates back to the 12th century.

Stretton is a peaceful and tranquil village that offers a relaxing escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The village has a strong sense of community, and residents take pride in their village and its surroundings. There are several local amenities in Stretton, including a village hall, a post office, and a pub. The village is also home to a primary school, which serves the local community.

Stretton is an ideal base for exploring the Peak District National Park, which is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the UK. The park offers a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and rock climbing. Visitors can also explore the park's many historic sites, including Chatsworth House, Haddon Hall, and the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. Stretton is a charming village that offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Peak District National Park.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 11.1°C

Feels Like: 8.3°C

Wind: 15.9 MPH

Wind Dir: WSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Mickley Infant School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Miss Sara Street	Milton Avenue Stretton Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6GG 01773832707 School Website
Sharley Park Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Nicola Stevenson	Pilsley Road Danesmoor Clay Cross Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 9BN 01246864833 School Website
Morton Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Lianne Jackson	Main Road Morton Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6HH 1773872360 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
Stonebroom Primary And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sara George	High Street Stonebroom Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6JY 01773872449 School Website
Holmgate Primary School And Nursery Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Tim Priestley	Holmgate Road Clay Cross Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 9QD 01246862270 School Website
Shirland Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Needham	Park Lane Shirland Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6BH 01773832426 School Website
Park House Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Stephanie Kavanagh	Rupert Street Lower Pilsley Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 8DB 01246851185 School Website
Pilsley Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Lynn Brook	Station Road Pilsley Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 8EU 01773872378 School Website
Tibshelf Community School Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Lucie Wainwright	Doe Hill Lane Tibshelf Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 5LZ 01773872391 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Alfreton Mansfield Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 7JQ 3.75 Miles

Whatstandwell Cromford Road, Whatstandwell, Derbyshire, DE4 5HE 5.65 Miles

Matlock Bath Dale Road, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, DE4 5JA 5.90 Miles

Matlock Station Yard, Matlock, Derbyshire, DE4 3NA 5.99 Miles

Cromford Lea Road, Cromford, Derbyshire, DE4 5JJ 6.06 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Pinnacle Chauffeur Transport Derby 0800 783 4107 Ainmoor Grange, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 6ES 0.66 Miles
Cross County Cars 01246 862800 20-22 Thanet Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9JR 1.16 Miles
Mick's Minibus Hire 01246 864873 20-22 Thanet Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9JR 1.16 Miles
Shaws Taxis Ltd 01246 863840 20-22 Thanet Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9JR 1.16 Miles
A2b Cars 01246 863800 Market Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9JE 1.35 Miles
Direct Travel 01773 832111 34 Strettea Lane, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 6EJ 1.51 Miles
Way 2 Travel 01246 864557 160 North Street, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S45 9PT 1.92 Miles
Prestige Cars 01246 864743 9 Ford St, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6YN 2.66 Miles
Bes Taxis 01773 650000 89B High Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire, DE55 5NU 2.96 Miles
Lincoln Chauffeur Executive Services 01522 723591 10 Birkin Avenue, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S42 6DT 2.97 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Old Stretton Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Highstair Lane D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sitwell Villas Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Priestley Avenue Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Springvale Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Evershill Lane D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Clay Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Handley Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thanet Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bestwood Park Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Penncroft Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Broadleys Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Higham Post Office Box D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Temperance Hill D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ogston New Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Royal Primary Care Clay Cross 01246 866771	Blue Dykes Surgery Eldon St, Clay Cross Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 9NR
Staffa Health	189 Birkinstyle Lane Stonebroom Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6LD
Clay Cross Medical Centre 01246 862237	Bridge Street Clay Cross Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 9NG
Staffa Health	Willow Close Pilsley Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 8JA
St Lawrence Court Surgery	St. Lawrence Road North Wingfield Chesterfield Derbyshire S42 5LH

Local Stores

North Wingfield
21 Williamthorpe Road
North Wingfield
Chesterfield
Derbyshire
S42 5PD
01246 853755
Store Website
2.79 miles

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SPAR - Harvest - Stretton
Main Road
Stretton
DE55 6EW
01246 866 708
Store Website
0.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Quietus Vet - Caring Pet Euthanasia
3 Ogston Higham Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 6EL 01773 404 063 help@quietusvet.co.uk Website 1.01 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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The Charlesworth Veterinary Surgery
57-59 Broadleys Clay Cross Chesterfield Derbyshire S45 9JN 01246 862266 reception@charlesworthvets.com Website 1.29 miles
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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 1.29 miles

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Matt Smith Vets
6 Florence Road Clay Cross Derbyshire S45 9ND 01246 587001 hello@mattsmithvets.com Website 1.64 miles
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Scarsdale Veterinary Group
Scarsdale Veterinary Group Unit 2 Nottingham Road Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 7GR 01773 304900 post@scarsdalevets.com 3.81 miles

Animals Treated
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The Charlesworth Veterinary Surgery
11 Market Place South Normanton Alfreton Derbyshire DE55 2BN reception@charlesworthvets.com Website 4.10 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Hardwick Hall
Hardwick Hall Is A National Trust Property So Parking And Is Free For Nt Members. There Are Various Walks Around The Hall. Some Link To The Teversal Trial Where Others Are A 45Min - 1 Hr Walk Around The Park Area. Small Wooden Area And Then Pathways Around The Hall And Parkland. We Go Most Weekends (As Its Local). Lovely Newly Renovated Cafe/Restaurant For Coffee, Breakfast Or Lunch. Great Play Area And Picnic Area For Kids. Woodland Trial With Climbing Log, Swings Etc. Hardwick Old Hall Doe Lea Chesterfield S44 5QJ 4.66 miles Hardwick Hall M1 Junction 29

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Hardwick Hall
With 2,500 Acres Of Parkland To Explore, This Walk Leads You On A Three-Mile Loop, With Views Of Hardwick Hall From The Far Side Of The Valley. S44 5RW 4.69 miles 8 Miles South-East Of Chesterfield, Via A6175. Leave M1 Exit 29, Follow Brown Signs.

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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 4.80 miles Matlock

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Shining Cliff Woods
A Nice Quiet Woods To Walk The Dog. I’Ve Never Met Them But There Are Bikes That Ride Past So Be Careful. It Is Hilly And Uneven So Unsuitable For Some. Multiple Places To Park For Free Off-Road But Sometimes Can Be Busy. More Walks In The Winter When The Ferns Haven’T Grown Up And Blocked The Paths Alderwasley Belper DE56 2RE 6.84 miles Places To Park On Jackass Lane And Higg Lane

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Portland Park Kirkby In Ashfield
Lovely Place, Walk Can Be As Long Or As Short As You Want To Make It. Large Free Car Park And Cafe To Enjoy Some Nice Tea And Cake, Lunch And You Can Even Enjoy A Beer Or Two. Walk Takes You Up Over A Working Train Track And Onto Some Large Open Fields, Plenty Of Room For The Furry Kids To Burn Off Some Energy, My Dog Enjoys Paddling In The Brook. 10 Keepers Ave Kirkby In Ashfield Nottingham NG17 8RT 7.65 miles

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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 7.82 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	5.2°C	4.2°C	4.7°C	4.9°C	5°C	5.6°C	7.1°C	9.5°C	11.2°C	9.2°C	8.4°C	8.3°C
Feels Like	1.4°C	0.5°C	2.8°C	3.3°C	3.7°C	4.1°C	5.2°C	7.6°C	9.8°C	7.2°C	5.6°C	5.2°C

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Temp	9.2°C	9.9°C	10.2°C	10.2°C	9.3°C	10°C	9.9°C	11°C	10.6°C	8.3°C	5.8°C	5°C
Feels Like	6.6°C	7.8°C	8.4°C	8.2°C	6.8°C	7.3°C	6.9°C	8.4°C	8.1°C	5.9°C	2.8°C	2°C

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