Swadlincote Map
Swadlincote map, view the Derbyshire town of Swadlincote, located in the county of Derbyshire, England.
Detailed Street Map of Swadlincote Derbyshire & Guide to the Area
Swadlincote Map Derbyshire: Interactive map of Swadlincote, displaying the town situated in the county of Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom.
Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Swadlincote area and a Swadlincote town centre map, showing Eureka Park.
Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Swadlincote map are: Sharpe's Pottery Museum, Swadlincote Library, Swadlincote Snowsports Centre, The Foresters Bar, Maurice Lea Memorial Park, Sainsbury's Swadlincote, The White Swan, The Railway Inn, The Tollgate Brewery, The Sir Nigel Gresley, Greggs, Iceland Foods, Poundland, Boots, Clarks Shoes, HSBC, Domino's Pizza, The Magic Attic Archive, The Market Hall, Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre, The Delph Centre, The Balti Tower, The Tall Chimney, B&M Bargains, Odeon Cinema, Sweet Caroline's Café, Birds Bakery, Morrisons Daily, The Salvation Army, Green Bank Leisure Centre, Derbyshire Police Safer Neighbourhood Office, Vision Express, Specsavers, The Navigation Inn, Swadlincote Health Centre, Swadlincote Surgery, Cadley Hill Industrial Estate, Pingle Academy, St George and St Mary's Church, Bluebell Tearooms, The Acorn Inn, Costa Coffee, Swadlincote Spiritualist Church, The Range, Co-operative Food, Newhall Pharmacy, Swadlincote Community Hospital, The Oven Door Café, Annie's Vegan Treats, The Railway Tea Room.
By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Midway, Church Gresley, Castle Gresley, Newhall, Woodville, Stanton, Overseal, Blackfordby, Albert Village, Donisthorpe, Hartshorne, Linton, Smisby, Netherseal, Coton in the Elms, Caldwell, Rosliston, Drakelow, Walton-on-Trent, Bretby, Repton, Ticknall, Melbourne, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Moira, Oakthorpe, Measham, Boundary, Sealwood, Packington, Acresford, Edingale, Newton Solney, Egginton, Findern, Willington, Etwall, Hilton, Hatton, Barton-under-Needwood, Branston, Stapenhill, Winshill, Tatenhill, Anslow, Yoxall, Overseal Woodlands, Twycross.
Swadlincote is a friendly, down-to-earth town in the South Derbyshire district, close to the borders of Staffordshire and Leicestershire. It's the sort of place that's proud of its roots, with a mix of old industry and new development. You've got plenty of green space nearby, a bustling high street, and a good blend of modern convenience and old-school charm. It's not flashy, but it's full of character, and it's ideal if you like your towns with a bit of personality and a strong sense of community.
Historically, Swadlincote grew out of several small villages, eventually merging into one settlement that thrived on coal mining and pottery production. The area became especially well known for its clay works and pipe-making during the 19th and 20th centuries, and traces of that heritage still remain in some of the old buildings and local museums. At its peak, it was a thriving industrial hub, and while much of the heavy industry has faded, the town has adapted well. These days, the population sits at just over 36,000, and it continues to grow as new housing and businesses move in.
In terms of things to do, Swadlincote punches above its weight. The town centre has a mix of shops, cafés and restaurants, plus a lively market. There's the excellent Sharpe's Pottery Museum, which tells the story of the local clay industry and has a real hands-on feel. If you're after outdoor space, there's Maurice Lea Memorial Park, or head to the Swadlincote Snowsports Centre for a go on the ski slope or toboggan run. A short drive away you'll find Calke Abbey, a National Trust treasure that's more about faded glory than polished grandeur—it's packed with atmosphere. Nearby Rosliston Forestry Centre and Conkers, in the heart of The National Forest, offer great options for walking, cycling and family days out.
Further afield, Derbyshire has plenty more on offer. Chatsworth House is a proper crowd-pleaser—beautiful grounds, fancy interiors and enough art to fill a gallery. You've got the Peak District for walking, climbing and taking in the views, with Bakewell, Castleton and Matlock all easy to reach. Haddon Hall is a romantic riverside pile that's often used in period dramas, and Crich Tramway Village makes a cracking day out if you fancy stepping back in time. Whether you want hills, heritage or hearty food, the wider area's full of good choices.
Swadlincote isn't on the main train lines, but it's not cut off by any means. The A38, A444 and A511 give decent road access to Burton, Derby and beyond. Burton-on-Trent is the nearest railway station, just a short drive or bus ride away, and has regular trains to Birmingham, Nottingham and the rest of the Midlands. If you're flying, East Midlands Airport is under half an hour away by car, making it easy to nip off abroad or pick up visitors. Buses cover the town and surrounding villages well, and driving around is generally straightforward.
Derbyshire as a county is a mix of industrial history, rural beauty and solid towns with a sense of purpose. It stretches from market towns and farmland in the south up to the peaks and valleys in the north, and it's got just the right balance of work, life and green space. Whether you're into country walks, old buildings, or just want a place with proper character and friendly faces, Derbyshire's one of those counties that just works. It's not showy, but it's reliable—and full of little surprises if you know where to look.
Some More Nearby Places: Midway, Church Gresley, Castle Gresley, Newhall, Woodville, Stanton, Overseal, Blackfordby, Albert Village, Donisthorpe, Hartshorne, Linton, Smisby, Netherseal, Coton in the Elms, Caldwell, Rosliston, Drakelow, Walton-on-Trent, Bretby, Repton, Ticknall, Melbourne, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Moira, Oakthorpe, Measham, Boundary, Sealwood, Packington, Acresford, Edingale, Newton Solney, Egginton, Findern, Willington, Etwall, Hilton, Hatton, Barton-under-Needwood, Branston, Stapenhill, Winshill, Tatenhill, Anslow, Yoxall, Overseal Woodlands, Twycross.
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