South Derbyshire
§ This page provides an overview of a UK's local authority district, bringing together various information to help you better understand this district.
South Derbyshire is a district of rivers, woodlands, and market towns stretching between Derby and the Leicestershire border. Swadlincote is its largest town, historically linked to mining and pottery, while villages such as Melbourne and Repton provide charm and historical depth, with Repton renowned as the cradle of Christianity in the Midlands. The River Trent flows through the district, supporting nature reserves and recreational areas, while the National Forest brings extensive woodland and walking trails. Stately homes, reservoirs, and traditional English villages complement the varied landscapes of this southern part of Derbyshire.
The local authority for this district is: South Derbyshire District Council - responsible for district-level services. Since Derbyshire is a two-tier area, county-level services are handled by: Derbyshire County Council.
Constituencies in South Derbyshire
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Wards in South Derbyshire
South Derbyshire is divided into 15 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Aston
- Church Gresley
- Etwall
- Hatton
- Hilton
- Linton
- Melbourne
- Midway
- Newhall and Stanton
- Repton
- Seales
- Stenson
- Swadlincote
- Willington and Findern
- Woodville