Greenwich

Settlement in Derbyshire Amber Valley

England

Greenwich

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

Greenwich is a small village located in Derbyshire, England. Situated in the Amber Valley district, it lies approximately 12 miles north of Derby, the county town. The village is nestled in a picturesque area, surrounded by rolling hills and beautiful countryside, offering residents and visitors a tranquil and scenic environment.

Greenwich is known for its rich history, dating back to medieval times. It was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086 and has retained its traditional charm over the centuries. The village is home to several historic buildings, including St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. This beautiful church features stunning architecture and is a popular destination for history enthusiasts.

The village has a close-knit community and offers a range of amenities to its residents. There is a local primary school, Greenwich Primary School, providing education for young children. Additionally, the village has a few local shops, including a convenience store, providing essential goods and services.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Greenwich offers ample opportunities for exploring the surrounding countryside. There are several walking and cycling trails that allow visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. The nearby Peak District National Park is also within easy reach, offering further outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, and wildlife spotting.

In summary, Greenwich is a charming village in Derbyshire, England, boasting a rich history, beautiful countryside, and a close-knit community. It provides a peaceful retreat for residents and visitors alike, with its historic buildings, picturesque landscapes, and access to outdoor activities.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.051884/-1.3966013 or Grid Reference SK4050. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shafts of sunlight through railway arch by Swanwick Junction Station

Colin Park

Woodland path 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

Eastern portal of the Butterley Tunnel on the Cromford Canal

This photograph shows the eastern portal of the Butterley Tunnel on the Cromford Canal. Over time mine working caused the level of the land to drop and in July1900, a (second) roof collapse inside the Butterley Tunnel caused its closure. The Midland Railway (who owned the Cromford canal at this time) refused to repair the tunnel. A government sponsored report showed that the headroom inside the tunnel had become very low in parts and the brickwork lining was in a very dangerous state and so the closure became permanent.

Alan Walker

Footpath in Golden Valley

This photograph is looking in an easterly direction towards the Riddings to Codnor road. A number of woodland trails and other visitor amenities have been created to extend the appeal of visiting the Midland Railway Centre at Butterley.

Alan Walker

Footpath in Golden Valley

This photograph is looking in a south westerly direction towards woodland near Brittain Pit Farm. A number of woodland trails and other visitor amenities have been created to extend the appeal of visiting the Midland Railway Centre at Butterley.

Alan Walker

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Greenwich is located at Grid Ref: SK4050 (Lat: 53.051884, Lng: -1.3966013)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Amber Valley

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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Is In: Derbyshire, England, UK

Name Ru: Рипли

Place: town

Wikidata: Q936514

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Lat/Long: 53.0515177/-1.4026311

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