Hammersmith

Settlement in Derbyshire Amber Va

England

Hammersmith

Shafts of sunlight through railway arch by Swanwick Junction Station Credit: Colin Park

Hammersmith is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, England. Situated in the East Midlands region, it lies approximately 10 miles southwest of the city of Derby. The village is nestled within the picturesque Derwent Valley, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green countryside.

Hammersmith is known for its charming and tranquil atmosphere, offering residents and visitors an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is characterized by its traditional stone cottages, many of which date back centuries, giving it a timeless charm. The local community takes great pride in preserving the village's historical architecture and maintaining its rural character.

Despite its small size, Hammersmith offers a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a village shop, a primary school, and a cozy pub where locals gather to socialize. The village is also well-connected, with regular bus services providing easy access to nearby towns and cities.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Hammersmith is a paradise. The surrounding countryside offers numerous walking trails, providing stunning views of the Derwent Valley and the nearby Peak District National Park. The village is also close to several reservoirs, making it a popular spot for fishing and boating enthusiasts.

In conclusion, Hammersmith is a charming rural village in Derbyshire, offering a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle. With its rich history, beautiful landscapes, and friendly community, it is a place that captures the essence of traditional English countryside living.

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Hammersmith Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.060287/-1.4104802 or Grid Reference SK3951. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shafts of sunlight through railway arch by Swanwick Junction Station

Colin Park

Tin Tabernacle at Swanwick Junction Station

Colin Park

Remains of Western Pit by Swanwick Junction Station

Colin Park

Flooded path at Butterley

Simply no way through on this occasion.

Colin Park

Butterley Reservoir

Butterley Reservoir, seen here from Derby Road, was built in the 1790s to provide a water supply for the now disused Cromford Canal. It covers 12.1 hectares and contains about 283 million litres of water; it was created by damming the Hartshay Brook and is bisected by a causeway that carries the former Midland Railway's Ambergate to Pye Hill line (now a heritage railway). The reservoir is managed by the Canal & River Trust.

Stephen McKay

Midland Railway Butterley

The Midland Railway Butterley is one of the smaller heritage railway operations in Great Britain. This view looking east from the B6179 bridge shows the ends of the platforms at Butterley station and the former Midland Railway signalbox which was brought here from Ais Gill in Cumbria. Between the two is a British Rail 'heritage' diesel multiple unit (DMU). The DMU, with its large windows and forward views through the driver's cab, is ideal for giving visitors trips on the line but is hardly an authentic experience - passenger services were withdrawn at Butterley in 1947, the year before railway nationalisation. The line itself was opened in 1875 and continued in use for freight until 1968; heritage services started running in 1981.

Stephen McKay

Butterley Station

Although passenger trains ceased to serve Butterley in 1947, the station has since been revived as home to the Midland Railway Butterley heritage railway. The original buildings were demolished but this fine example of a Midland Railway small station building came here from Whitworth near Worksop. On this September weekday all was firmly shut up - the site is only open to the public at weekends.

Stephen McKay

Butterley Works

The 'All drivers must report to goods inwards' sign is a poignant reminder that not so long ago this was an important industrial site, home to the famous Butterley Company that supplied ironwork for many of the UK's iconic buildings including St Pancras station. As the Butterley Engineering Co among its last prestige projects were the Falkirk Wheel in Scotland and the Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth. In the 1950s the company had employed about 10,000 people but by 2009 it could no longer withstand the economic headwinds and was placed into administration. Most of the buildings here were demolished later the same year and the site still awaits a viable use.

Stephen McKay

Lakeside Garage, Butterley

This ramshackle building on Butterley Lane, just off Butterley Hill in the outskirts of Ripley, houses Lakeside Garage: 'Body repair and resprays. Accident damage'. The lake in question is actually Butterley Reservoir.

Stephen McKay

Greaves Street, Ripley

A Ripley back street, close to the town centre.

Stephen McKay

Former Co-operative Hall, Ripley

It would be hard to over-state the importance of the Co-operative movement in the industrial areas of Britain in the century between about 1870 and 1970. Today the name is mainly associated with a chain of convenience stores and funeral parlours but at one time the Co-op provided a vast range of services to working people. The Ripley Co-operative Society was one of many such organisations around the country; it started as the Butterley Co-operative Society in 1860, changing its name in 1864 as it began to expand. By 1879 it was able to have this hall built with shops below; it reportedly opened on 1st January 1880 with 800 people attending to take tea. The modern Co-op does not run halls and is no longer involved here but the name survives proudly displayed on the front of the building.

Stephen McKay

Bargain World, Ripley

'Toiletries, stationery, DIY, toys, household, tools' - there's something for everyone at this Oxford Street shop. The premises were previously occupied by Bon Marche - a fashion chain.

Stephen McKay

Ripley - Former Glories

This fine red brick building with a clock tower is on Nottingham Road in Ripley town centre. It was built in 1902 to house the Ripley Co-operative Society but today accommodates Boyes department store. Link

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Colin Smith

Coach Road, Ripley

This road is private but a public footpath. The photograph is looking in an easterly direction.

Alan Walker

Brittain Pit, Butterley

Some of the surviving buildings from Brittain Pit, Butterley.

Alan Walker

Swanwick Signal Box at Midland railway, Butterley

The Midland Railway Signal Box which was rescued from Kettering on the former Midland Railway main line to London. It has been completely restored to control the large number of tracks in and out of this complicated junction

Nigel Williams