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Alfreton

Alfreton is a town and civil parish in Amber Valley, Derbyshire, England, adjoining the Bolsover and North East Derbyshire districts. It was formerly a Norman Manor and later an Urban District. The population of the Alfreton Ward was 7,928 at the 2001 Census. The villages of Ironville, Riddings, Somercotes and Swanwick were historically part of the Manor and Urban District, and the population including these was 24,476 in 2001.

Located at 53.1, -1.38333 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Towns in Derbyshire, Geography of Amber Valley, Civil parishes in Derbyshire, Post towns in the DE postcode area

Ogston Reservoir

Ogston Reservoir is a reservoir operated by Severn Trent Water in Derbyshire. It is near the villages of Brackenfield, Ashover and Clay Cross. The reservoir takes its water from the River Amber and was originally created to supply the National Coal Board's Carbonisation Plant at Wingerworth; the reservoir now supplies water for the local area and is used as a holding ground for water for nearby Carsington Reservoir.

Located at 53.1378, -1.43833 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Reservoirs in Derbyshire, Drinking water reservoirs in England, Sites of Special Scientific Interest in Derbyshire

Stretton railway station

|} Stretton railway station was a railway station at Stretton, Derbyshire, England built by the North Midland Railway which no longer exists. Stretton station was first opened in 1841 as Smithy Moor, a year after the line opened, but renamed in 1843. It is also called "Shelton" in the Railway Guide. It was situated at the Derbyshire summit and the highest point of the line, after the stations at Ambergate and Wingfield, and just before the Clay Cross Tunnel.

Located at 53.148, -1.423 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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History of Derbyshire, Disused railway stations in Derbyshire, Former Midland Railway stations, Railway stations opened in 1841, Railway stations closed in 1961

Wingfield railway station

Wingfield railway station was a railway station built by the North Midland Railway on its line between Derby and Leeds which is now part of the Midland Main Line. From Ambergate the line passes Wingfield with a station which closed in 1967 although the buildings, by Francis Thompson, remain, although in a derelict condition. Nearby is the ruins Wingfield Manor, one of the places where Mary, Queen of Scots, was imprisoned.

Located at 53.0975, -1.4264 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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History of Derbyshire, Former Midland Railway stations, Railway stations opened in 1840, Railway stations closed in 1967, Disused railway stations in Derbyshire, Beeching closures in England

Alfreton Hall

Alfreton Hall is a country house in Alfreton, Derbyshire. It was at the heart of local social and industrial history in the county. The history of the estate goes back to Norman times, but by the 17th century it was owned by the Morewood family, who were linked to local industry, mainly in coal mining.

Located at 53.0978, -1.39194 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Buildings and structures demolished in 1968, Grade II listed buildings in Derbyshire, 1720s architecture, Country houses in Derbyshire

North Street (stadium)

North Street also known as the Impact Arena is a football stadium in Alfreton, Derbyshire. It is the home of Alfreton Town F.C. who currently play in the Conference National. Capacity is 3,600 with 1,500 seats. Between 1986 and 1988, it was home to a rugby league team called Mansfield Marksman. It has two seated stands and one standing stand. The fourth side contains a bar and the changing rooms.

Located at 53.0945, -1.3813 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Football venues in England, Football venues in Derbyshire, Defunct rugby league venues, Amber Valley

Ogston Hall

Ogston Hall is a privately owned 18th century country house situated at Brackenfield, near Alfreton, Derbyshire. It is a Grade II* listed building. The Revell family of South Normanton held Ogston in the 14th century by marriage to the Deincourt heiress. The house has its origins about 1500 but was much altered in the 17th century by the Revells. A two storey north west wing with attics and basement was added in 1659 and a connected stable block was added in 1695.

Located at 53.1335, -1.4364 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Grade II* listed buildings in Derbyshire, Country houses in Derbyshire, History of Derbyshire

Santo's Higham Farm

Santo's Higham Farm Hotel is a hotel based in the Derbyshire countryside, overlooking the Amber Valley. The hotel has 28 en-suite bedrooms and a restaurant with A La Carte and Table d'Hote cuisine. Santo's Higham Farm has been awarded an AA rosette, an EnjoyEngland silver award and a Visit Britain 3* award. Once a fully functioning farm, the building's origins date to circa 1490. Much of the original stonework and wooden beams can still be viewed today.

Located at 53.1268, -1.4179 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Hotels in Derbyshire