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Derbyshire is internationally famous for its provincial charm which harkens back for generations, if not centuries. And the small former coal miner's town of Alfreton in the Amber Valley embodies this quality as much as other more often travelled Derbyshire hamlets like Buxton or Derby.
The town proper is located at the A38-A61 junction if you are travelling by highway. To reach Alfreton by rail, the Alfreton Railway operates hourly as other East Midlands passenger trains run. You can reach Sheffield via the north rail and Nottingham to the south.
Make the trip to Alfreton and partake of some of the local customs in this rather sleepy Derbyshire town. For sure, Alfreton has plenty to offer those on a quick holiday from the bustling cities of Manchester and greater London.
Goings-On in Alfreton
Alfreton town centre contains a number of locally owned and operated artisan shops peddling jewellery, clothing, and a variety of other products. Small town charm and warm hospitality is king in Alfreton. And this is most prevalent in the town's comfortable, yet affordable accommodations.
It is true that Alfreton provides adventure seekers a refuge at the edge of Derbyshire's most prized attraction the Peak District National Park. Indeed, the majority of Alfreton's visitors come through town centre on their way to the Peak District.
If you have the time to stop, you would do well to tour Alfreton's old George Hotel and Alfreton Hall. Both structures were erected in the 18th century and bare some impressive architectural details.
Alfreton Hall was once the home of local hero George Morewood who was responsible for developing Alfreton's coal mining industry as early as 1725. Today, the grounds of Alfreton Hall are used as a public park, which is worth a visit if you want to take in some of the local culture of the community.
One of Alfreton's most infamous landmarks is the "old lock up", an old prison that dates as far back as 1820. But the town offers less "restrictive" accommodations as well.
Places to Stay
Located a reasonable distance from Alfreton town centre, you can find caravanning parks that offer hot showers and laundry facilities too. Derbyshire is well-renowned for their bed and breakfasts too. And Alfreton is no different.
Several quality bed and breakfast hotels lay to the west and north of Alfreton town centre. These hotels provide their guests with ground floor bedrooms with central heating among other amenities suited for weary travellers.
Evening entertainment in Alfreton includes some well-patronised local pubs and restaurants. Similar to the local bed and breakfasts, you can locate some of the favourite local pubs along Matlock Road to the west of Alfreton.
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