Commonside

Settlement in Derbyshire Derbyshire Dales

England

Commonside

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

Commonside is a small village located in the county of Derbyshire, in the East Midlands region of England. Situated in the Amber Valley district, it lies approximately 10 miles north of Derby city center and is surrounded by picturesque countryside.

The village is known for its rural charm, with a population of around 300 residents. It is characterized by a mix of traditional stone cottages and more modern housing, creating a harmonious blend of old and new. The village is set amidst rolling hills, providing stunning views of the surrounding landscape and creating a tranquil atmosphere.

Commonside is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good road links to Derby and the wider region. This makes it an attractive location for those seeking a quieter lifestyle, while still being within easy reach of urban amenities.

Despite its small size, the village boasts a strong sense of community. There is a village hall that serves as a hub for social events and gatherings, bringing residents together. Additionally, there are several local clubs and societies that cater to a range of interests, including sports, arts, and gardening.

The village is also home to a primary school, providing education for children in the local area. For more extensive amenities, residents can access nearby towns, such as Belper or Ripley, which offer a wider range of shops, restaurants, and services.

Overall, Commonside offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, making it an appealing place to live for those seeking a close-knit community and a rural lifestyle.

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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.

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&#039;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.

Distant farm buildings The farm buildings are being extended at the right hand end of the low building in the middle right of the image.

Distant farm buildings

The farm buildings are being extended at the right hand end of the low building in the middle right of the image.

The track to Bradley Oldpark South The good surface seen here soon deteriorates as it goes towards Bradley Oldpark South.

The track to Bradley Oldpark South

The good surface seen here soon deteriorates as it goes towards Bradley Oldpark South.

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.

Looking across the fields The fields are probably Cave Farm and the crop that is growing looks extremely healthy.

Looking across the fields

The fields are probably Cave Farm and the crop that is growing looks extremely healthy.

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.

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Commonside is located at Grid Ref: SK2441 (Lat: 52.973873, Lng: -1.63512)

Administrative County: Derbyshire

District: Derbyshire Dales

Police Authority: Derbyshire

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