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Brailsford Green

Downs, Moorland in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

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Brailsford Green

Brailsford Methodist Church, Derbyshire
Brailsford Methodist Church, Derbyshire Credit: Alf Beard

Brailsford Green is a picturesque village located in the county of Derbyshire, England. Situated amidst the rolling hills and lush countryside, it offers a serene and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike. The village is part of the wider Brailsford parish, which also includes the nearby hamlets of Ednaston and Shirley.

With a population of around 400, Brailsford Green is a close-knit community that prides itself on its strong sense of community spirit. The village is home to a range of amenities, including a village hall, a primary school, a post office, and a traditional village pub. These facilities help foster a vibrant social scene, with regular events and activities organized throughout the year.

Surrounded by stunning natural beauty, Brailsford Green is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The village is bordered by expansive moorland, offering ample opportunities for walking, hiking, and birdwatching. The nearby Brailsford Golf Course also attracts golf enthusiasts from far and wide.

In addition to its natural wonders, Brailsford Green boasts a rich history. The village is home to several historic buildings, including a 12th-century church and a number of traditional stone cottages. The annual Brailsford and Ednaston Country Show, held in the summer, celebrates the area's agricultural heritage and is a highlight of the local calendar.

Overall, Brailsford Green is a charming and welcoming village that combines natural beauty with a strong sense of community. Whether enjoying the peaceful countryside or engaging in local events, visitors to Brailsford Green are sure to be captivated by its timeless appeal.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.970581/-1.6279544 or Grid Reference SK2541. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Brailsford Methodist Church, Derbyshire
Brailsford Methodist Church, Derbyshire
Brailsford Ploughing Match This ploughing match and country fair has been going for many years. though called the Brailsford match it actually takes place at different farms around the area and is often a long way from the village of Brailsford. This year however it was very close to Brailsford.
Brailsford Ploughing Match
This ploughing match and country fair has been going for many years. though called the Brailsford match it actually takes place at different farms around the area and is often a long way from the village of Brailsford. This year however it was very close to Brailsford.
Looking along the edge of a copse The long and narrow copse runs along the edge of this field.
Looking along the edge of a copse
The long and narrow copse runs along the edge of this field.
A storm is threatened The morning about an hour before was bright and sunny but very windy. The wind brought in these very dark and threatening clouds over the fields at Pools Head.
A storm is threatened
The morning about an hour before was bright and sunny but very windy. The wind brought in these very dark and threatening clouds over the fields at Pools Head.
Farm track The farm track leads to Churchfields Farm near Brailsford.
Farm track
The farm track leads to Churchfields Farm near Brailsford.
Near Brailsford Green Brailsford Green just outside the small village of Brailsford.
Near Brailsford Green
Brailsford Green just outside the small village of Brailsford.
The Plain Brailsford A small group of houses on a road simply called the Plain. It is in Brailsford and will soon be in the village even more as there is a proposal to build a lot more houses.
The Plain Brailsford
A small group of houses on a road simply called the Plain. It is in Brailsford and will soon be in the village even more as there is a proposal to build a lot more houses.
Grazing sheep A truly rural scene with sheep grazing on what I think, for them, is rather long and lush grass.
Grazing sheep
A truly rural scene with sheep grazing on what I think, for them, is rather long and lush grass.
The edge of Ednaston Fairly modern detached houses on the edge of Ednaston. The entrance to Ednaston Hall is behind and to the right of the camera position.
The edge of Ednaston
Fairly modern detached houses on the edge of Ednaston. The entrance to Ednaston Hall is behind and to the right of the camera position.
Ednaston Hall drive Quite a lot of work has been carried out to the trees lining the drive as many large branches had been cut off.
Ednaston Hall drive
Quite a lot of work has been carried out to the trees lining the drive as many large branches had been cut off.
Looking towards St. Mary's Nursing home This is the tree lined drive to St. Mary's Nursing Home. It is a quiet and peaceful place.
Looking towards St. Mary's Nursing home
This is the tree lined drive to St. Mary's Nursing Home. It is a quiet and peaceful place.
Brailsford Mill Converted water mill at Brailsford, viewed across the mill pond.
Brailsford Mill
Converted water mill at Brailsford, viewed across the mill pond.
A lane by Fiddlers Folly Just outside the village of Brailsford is this minor road through the countryside which goes to nowhere inparticular.
A lane by Fiddlers Folly
Just outside the village of Brailsford is this minor road through the countryside which goes to nowhere inparticular.
An interesting wall The brick wall in the middle distance is not straight but has two distinct curves. Whether this to act as a sun trap I do not know but it does face roughly SE.
An interesting wall
The brick wall in the middle distance is not straight but has two distinct curves. Whether this to act as a sun trap I do not know but it does face roughly SE.
A public footpath Not a much used footpath judging from the lack of an obvious route under the low voltage electricity cables.
A public footpath
Not a much used footpath judging from the lack of an obvious route under the low voltage electricity cables.
Trig pillar, Brailsford. Just outside the village under an ash tree. The hedges around here are home to quite a few ashes.
Trig pillar, Brailsford.
Just outside the village under an ash tree. The hedges around here are home to quite a few ashes.
Footpath through early rape crop The footpath from Brailsford Church to the village continues over the horizon. Part of the Centenary Way which runs from Long Eaton to Ashbourne.
Footpath through early rape crop
The footpath from Brailsford Church to the village continues over the horizon. Part of the Centenary Way which runs from Long Eaton to Ashbourne.
Footpath to the church This footpath forming part of the Centenary Way runs from Brailsford to the isolated All Saints Church in the same parish.
Footpath to the church
This footpath forming part of the Centenary Way runs from Brailsford to the isolated All Saints Church in the same parish.
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Brailsford Green is located at Grid Ref: SK2541 (Lat: 52.970581, Lng: -1.6279544)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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