Wessington

Settlement in Derbyshire North East Derbyshire

England

Wessington

Time capsule in Wessington Situated on the village green with the Horse &amp; Jockey behind. The capsule was placed in 1977 and will be opened in 2027. — Time capsule in Wessington Credit: Bill Boaden

Wessington is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, England. Situated in the Amber Valley district, it lies approximately 4 miles southwest of the town of Alfreton and 15 miles north of Derby. Wessington is surrounded by rolling countryside and offers picturesque views of the Amber Valley.

The village has a population of around 1,000 residents and has a long history dating back to the Domesday Book of 1086. It was primarily an agricultural community, but the decline of farming in the 20th century led to a shift towards a more residential area. Today, Wessington retains its rural charm with a mix of old stone cottages and modern houses.

There are a few amenities available within the village, including a primary school, a village hall, and a post office. For further services, residents can access nearby towns such as Alfreton or Ripley. Wessington is also conveniently located near major transport links, with the A38 road passing close by, providing easy access to the M1 motorway.

The area surrounding Wessington offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. The nearby Amber Valley countryside is ideal for walking, hiking, and cycling, with several footpaths and trails available. The village is also within close proximity to the Peak District National Park, renowned for its stunning landscapes and outdoor pursuits.

Overall, Wessington is a peaceful and scenic village in Derbyshire, providing residents with a tranquil rural lifestyle while remaining accessible to larger towns and outdoor recreational opportunities.

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Wessington Images

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Time capsule in Wessington Situated on the village green with the Horse &amp; Jockey behind. The capsule was placed in 1977 and will be opened in 2027.

Time capsule in Wessington

Situated on the village green with the Horse & Jockey behind. The capsule was placed in 1977 and will be opened in 2027.

Village green at Wessington A small part of what is a very large green.

Village green at Wessington

A small part of what is a very large green.

Footpath to Brackenfield The path crosses fields to the north of Wessington.

Footpath to Brackenfield

The path crosses fields to the north of Wessington.

Footpath to Brackenfield There is a gentle descent along the field edge down to Winny Brook.

Footpath to Brackenfield

There is a gentle descent along the field edge down to Winny Brook.

Footpath over Winny Brook The path links Wessington and Brackenfield.

Footpath over Winny Brook

The path links Wessington and Brackenfield.

Cattle near Brackenfield The footpath in the foreground links Brackenfield with Wessington.

Cattle near Brackenfield

The footpath in the foreground links Brackenfield with Wessington.

Farmland near Brackenfield Fallow grassland opposite Church Farm.

Farmland near Brackenfield

Fallow grassland opposite Church Farm.

Sheep near Church Farm The bottom of a long slope above Ogston Reservoir which eventually gets up to Highoredish.

Sheep near Church Farm

The bottom of a long slope above Ogston Reservoir which eventually gets up to Highoredish.

Ogston Reservoir The southern end of the reservoir. The dam can be seen towards the left. Ogston Hall is somewhere behind the trees opposite.

Ogston Reservoir

The southern end of the reservoir. The dam can be seen towards the left. Ogston Hall is somewhere behind the trees opposite.

The Church Hall, Brackenfield Facing the village green and available for hire.

The Church Hall, Brackenfield

Facing the village green and available for hire.

Village green at Brackenfield The large well-maintained green viewed from the top end.

Village green at Brackenfield

The large well-maintained green viewed from the top end.

Carr Lane A private farm track but in good condition at this end. It is also a public footpath.

Carr Lane

A private farm track but in good condition at this end. It is also a public footpath.

Carr Lane A farm track which incorporates a public footpath. The land slopes down to the right towards Ogston Reservoir but you cannot see it.

Carr Lane

A farm track which incorporates a public footpath. The land slopes down to the right towards Ogston Reservoir but you cannot see it.

Cattle by Carr Lane On the gentle slopes leading up to Highoredish.

Cattle by Carr Lane

On the gentle slopes leading up to Highoredish.

Wheat field above Carr Farm A footpath follows the left side of this field, but it is not well used.

Wheat field above Carr Farm

A footpath follows the left side of this field, but it is not well used.

Path up to Whitecarr Lane It was hard work wading through this overgrown path.

Path up to Whitecarr Lane

It was hard work wading through this overgrown path.

Mathersgrave Lane The western end where it meets the A615.

Mathersgrave Lane

The western end where it meets the A615.

Small barley field by Mathersgrave Lane Viewed from Matlock Road.

Small barley field by Mathersgrave Lane

Viewed from Matlock Road.

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Wessington is located at Grid Ref: SK3757 (Lat: 53.116873, Lng: -1.4441158)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: North East Derbyshire

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.116873,-1.4441158

Wessington

Is In: Derbyshire, England, UK

Place: village

Wikidata: Q658183

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Telephone

Defibrillator

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Horse And Jockey

Addr City: Alfreton

Addr Postcode: DE55 6DW

Addr Street: Brackenfield Lane

Addr Village: Wessington

Beer Garden: yes

Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/horseandjockeywessington

Fhrs Id: 933637

Food: yes

Outdoor Seating: yes

Parking: yes

Real Ale: Sharps Doom Bar, Castle Rock Kiss Me Kate

Website: https://www.horseandjockeywessington.co.uk/

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Post Box

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Footway

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