Morley Smithy

Settlement in Derbyshire Erewash

England

Morley Smithy

Bus stop and road junction One of the bus stops at Brackley Gate. — Bus stop and road junction Credit: Jay Pea

Morley Smithy is a historic blacksmith shop located in Morley, Derbyshire, England. The smithy dates back to the 18th century and has been a focal point of the local community for generations. The building itself is a traditional stone structure with a thatched roof, giving it a quaint and charming appearance.

The smithy was once a bustling hub of activity, where the blacksmith would create and repair tools, horseshoes, and other metalwork for the local farmers and residents. Today, the smithy is no longer in operation but has been preserved as a heritage site, offering visitors a glimpse into the area's industrial past.

Visitors to Morley Smithy can explore the interior of the building, which still contains original tools and equipment used by the blacksmith. The surrounding area also features picturesque countryside views, making it a popular spot for leisurely walks and picnics.

Overall, Morley Smithy is a unique and historical landmark in Derbyshire, providing a glimpse into the region's rural and industrial heritage.

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Morley Smithy Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.970255/-1.406579 or Grid Reference SK3941. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bus stop and road junction One of the bus stops at Brackley Gate.

Bus stop and road junction

One of the bus stops at Brackley Gate.

Temporary Road Works Temporary traffic lights on the roadworks.

Temporary Road Works

Temporary traffic lights on the roadworks.

Brackley Gate Farmland A horse in the field adjacent to Brackley Gate farm.

Brackley Gate Farmland

A horse in the field adjacent to Brackley Gate farm.

Brackley Gate Farm The farm buildings, also a footpath crosses in front, just near the horse a stile is visible.

Brackley Gate Farm

The farm buildings, also a footpath crosses in front, just near the horse a stile is visible.

Minor road through Brackley Gate The road leading towards Coxbench.

Minor road through Brackley Gate

The road leading towards Coxbench.

Footpath through Gardens The footpath crosses through the back gardens of houses at Brackley Gate.

Footpath through Gardens

The footpath crosses through the back gardens of houses at Brackley Gate.

Field and gardens Large back gardens are visible beyond this paddock.

Field and gardens

Large back gardens are visible beyond this paddock.

Boggy Paddock A very waterlogged paddock next to the footpath.

Boggy Paddock

A very waterlogged paddock next to the footpath.

Path and pond A small pond or spring adjacent to the footpath.

Path and pond

A small pond or spring adjacent to the footpath.

Woodland and houses There are several dwellings situated in the woodland.

Woodland and houses

There are several dwellings situated in the woodland.

Field and Pylon Overgrown field with the over head electricity supply above.

Field and Pylon

Overgrown field with the over head electricity supply above.

Bus stop The bus stop adjacent to the road junction on Quarry Road.

Bus stop

The bus stop adjacent to the road junction on Quarry Road.

Tree stump The tree has been removed to improve visibility at the bus stop and road junction after a serious road traffic accident several months ago. The farm at Morley Moor is just visible.

Tree stump

The tree has been removed to improve visibility at the bus stop and road junction after a serious road traffic accident several months ago. The farm at Morley Moor is just visible.

Quarry Road Looking along Quarry Road towards Brackley Gate.

Quarry Road

Looking along Quarry Road towards Brackley Gate.

Footpath and Seat The start of the footpath along the backs of houses and gardens at Brackley Gate.

Footpath and Seat

The start of the footpath along the backs of houses and gardens at Brackley Gate.

Tree stumps Several trees have been felled recently due to storm damage, a large pile of shredded branches has been left.

Tree stumps

Several trees have been felled recently due to storm damage, a large pile of shredded branches has been left.

Count the rings Whilst trying to count the annual growth rings, the land owner’s dog approached barking so left along the footpath.!

Count the rings

Whilst trying to count the annual growth rings, the land owner’s dog approached barking so left along the footpath.!

Footpath and access track The footpath along side the track to houses further down into the woodlands.

Footpath and access track

The footpath along side the track to houses further down into the woodlands.

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Morley Smithy is located at Grid Ref: SK3941 (Lat: 52.970255, Lng: -1.406579)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Erewash

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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Located within 500m of 52.970255,-1.406579

Note: 50 mph speed limit sign northbound

Source: survey

Traffic Sign Forward: GB:670[50]

Lat/Long: 52.9711368/-1.4136081

Barrier: kissing_gate

Lat/Long: 52.9680251/-1.4026065

Barrier: stile

Steps: 2

Stile: stepover

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Power: pole

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Power: pole

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Power: pole

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Power: pole

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Power: pole

Source: survey; Bing

Lat/Long: 52.9715321/-1.4067556

Power: pole

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 52.9725052/-1.4071439

Power: pole

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Lat/Long: 52.968371/-1.4106609

Power: pole

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Lat/Long: 52.9689008/-1.4006254

Power: pole

Source: Bing

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Power: pole

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Power: pole

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Lat/Long: 52.9686892/-1.404292

Power: pole

Source: Bing

Lat/Long: 52.9686036/-1.4061937

Power: pole

Source: Bing

Lat/Long: 52.9685471/-1.4074194

Power: pole

Source: Bing;survey

Lat/Long: 52.9684598/-1.4090422

Barrier: kissing_gate

Lat/Long: 52.9721635/-1.4086506

Power: transformer

Lat/Long: 52.9685115/-1.4134303

Power: transformer

Lat/Long: 52.9686133/-1.4134571

Tower Course

Leisure: golf_course

Lat/Long: 52.9735365/-1.4084701

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