Clay Cross

Settlement in Derbyshire North East Derbyshire

England

Clay Cross

Clay Cross is a small town located in the county of Derbyshire, England. Situated in the East Midlands region, it lies approximately five miles south of Chesterfield and twelve miles north of Derby. The town has a population of around 10,000 residents.

Historically, Clay Cross was known for its coal mining industry. The local mines played a significant role in the town's economic development during the 19th and 20th centuries. However, the decline of the mining industry in the 1980s had a profound impact on Clay Cross, leading to a period of economic hardship.

Today, Clay Cross has transitioned into a primarily residential area with a diverse range of housing options, including council houses, private estates, and apartment complexes. The town center features a variety of shops, supermarkets, and local amenities, serving the needs of its residents.

Transportation in Clay Cross is well-connected. The town is situated near the M1 motorway, providing easy access to nearby cities and towns. Additionally, there are regular bus services that connect Clay Cross to Chesterfield, Derby, and other surrounding areas.

Clay Cross is also blessed with beautiful countryside scenery, with the Peak District National Park located just a short distance away. This offers residents and visitors opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and exploring nature.

In summary, Clay Cross is a small town in Derbyshire with a rich history in coal mining. While it has faced economic challenges, it has adapted and transformed into a residential area with good transport links and access to stunning natural landscapes nearby.

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Clay Cross Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.166359/-1.415845 or Grid Reference SK3963. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Kenning Park

David Lally

Library near Kenning Park

David Lally

South Western Portal of Clay Cross tunnel

Unlike the Northern portal of this tunnel, that in the south west is a plain affair. The pin prick of light of the northern poral can just be made out.

Richard Bird

The Tupton Tap

Public House in Old Tupton.

Wayland Smith

Egstow Park

New housing on the edge of Clay Cross.

Bill Boaden

The Six Halts

A new pub built in 2016 to go alongside other new development on the edge of Clay Cross.

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New retail development on the edge of Clay Cross

A small development on the corner of the new road Farnsworth Drive.

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Farnsworth Drive

A new road built to assist new development, mainly the new Egstow Park housing estate on the left.

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Memorial garden in Clay Cross

The inscription reads: "In memory of all North East Derbyshire miners who lost their lives working to keep the home fires burning and the wheels of industry turning"

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The Constabulary

The building is owned by Derbyshire County Council and occupied by their Countryside Service.

Bill Boaden

Tesco Extra in Clay Cross

A large store for the town but it has a catchment area of everything between Chesterfield and Alfreton.

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High Street, Clay Cross

This is the A61 shortly about to leave Clay Cross. The road misses most of the town which is off on the eastern side.

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Nethermoor Road approaching the Royal Oak roundabout

The roundabout is still referred to as the Royal Oak, though the pub of that name has changed it to the Tupton Tap. New housing has sprung up on the other side of the roundabout.

Bill Boaden