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Dronfield

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Dronfield

Dronfield works well as a base: 10 minutes from Nether Edge, 12km from Stanage Edge.

Dronfield is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 21,124, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Dronfield sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Dronfield to your route.

About Dronfield

Dronfield is a town in North East Derbyshire, England, which includes Dronfield Woodhouse and Coal Aston. It lies in the valley of the River Drone between Chesterfield and Sheffield. The Peak District National Park is three miles (4.8 km) to the west. The name comes from the Old English Dranfleld, probably meaning an

Read more open land infested with drone bees. The town existed before the 1086 Domesday Book, and has a 13th-century parish church. In 1662, Charles II granted the town a market, although this later ceased. The industrial history of the town includes coal mining, the wool trade, the production of soap and steel, and engineering. Today a range of manufacturing firms still operate in the town. The stadium to the north of the town is officially "The Home of Football", providing the playing surface for Sheffield F.C., the world's oldest football club. The stadium to the east of the town is the Stonelow Stadium, home of Dronfield Town FC, who play in the United Counties Football League. Dronfield's population increased in the post-war years from 6,500 in 1945 to 21,261 in the 2011 Census.

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Where is Dronfield located?

Dronfield is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.3022 latitude, -1.4751 longitude.

What is the population of Dronfield?

Dronfield has a population of approximately 21,124 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
21,124
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
53.3022, -1.4751

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Dronfield

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Chatsworth House

Magnificent stately home of the Duke of Devonshire set in expansive parkland, housing one of Europe's most significant art collections.

12 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Stanage Edge

Dramatic gritstone escarpment stretching for nearly 4 miles across the Peak District, beloved by rock climbers and walkers alike.

12 km · about 20 min drive

landmark

Bakewell

A handsome stone market town on the River Wye, home of the original Bakewell pudding and a graceful medieval bridge.

16 km · about 20 min drive

cafe

Ladybower Inn

A traditional inn at the junction of Snake Pass and the A57 in the Peak District, a beloved meeting point for bikers and drivers tackling England's famous Snake Pass.

18 km · about 20 min drive

castle

Peveril Castle

A Norman keep perched high above Castleton, guarding the Hope Valley with commanding views over the Peak.

20 km · about 25 min drive

landmark

Matlock Bath Motorcycle Strip

The entire riverside parade at Matlock Bath transforms into the UK's most famous bike meet every sunny weekend.

21 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Winnats Pass

A steep, narrow limestone gorge with towering pinnacles on either side, creating one of the Peak District's most dramatic drives.

22 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Mam Tor

Known as the 'Shivering Mountain' for its unstable layers, this Peak District summit offers spectacular views along the Great Ridge to Lose Hill.

23 km · about 25 min drive

Driving roads near Dronfield

  • 22 kmWinnats PassA steep, narrow limestone gorge with towering pinnacles on either side, creating one of the Peak District's most dramatic drives.
  • 23 kmMam TorKnown as the 'Shivering Mountain' for its unstable layers, this Peak District summit offers spectacular views along the Great Ridge to Lose Hill.
  • 29 kmSnake Pass SummitThe highest point on the A57 crossing the Pennines, with moorland views stretching across the Dark Peak landscape.
  • 31 kmSnake PassA twisting road through the Peak District connecting Sheffield and Manchester, beloved by motorcyclists and driving enthusiasts.
  • 34 kmCat and Fiddle RoadA thrilling moorland road between Macclesfield and Buxton in the Peak District, one of the UK's most famous driving roads.
  • 34 kmCat and Fiddle ViewpointA high-altitude viewpoint on the A537 between Macclesfield and Buxton, one of England's highest roads with expansive moorland vistas.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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