Country Images Magazine Derby Edition June 2017 | Page 14

Popular Villages North of the City Darley Abbey Stores Your one stop for newspapers, groceries, wines and spirits Look out for our Home-made Cakes and local speciality foods and savouries every weekend! Now incorporating Open All Day 7 days T: 01332 551247 Abbey Lane, Darley Abbey Nearest the City is Darley Abbey, a former historic mill village, approximately 1.4 miles north of the City centre on the west bank of the River Derwent, which is part of the Darley ward. The settlement dates back to the medieval era when it was the site of an Augustinian monastery. In the 18th century, the Evans family developed their planned industrial mill village in the area. Darley Abbey is now part of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. Flooring by Ian Wilson Carpets Free Estimates and Quotes Mob: 07971 437901 10 Openwoodgate, Belper DE56 0SD Tel: 01773 880398 www.ianwilsoncarpetsbelper.co.uk 14c Town Street, Duffi eld DE56 4EH Tel: 01332 843989 “We’re not satisfi ed until you are” Allestree Hall, a Grade II* listed building; is a 19th-century, former country house situated in Allestree Park, Derby. HOME INSURANCE THAT’S ON YOUR DOORSTEP Having a local office means we are accessible, whether you need to make changes or make a claim. You won’t find us on comparison sites. For a home insurance quote call us on 01332 342097 or pop in and speak to us at NFU Mutual, No 1 The Long Mill, Darley Abbey Mills, Darley Abbey, Derby, DE22 1DZ nfumutual.co.uk/derby Agent of The National Farmers Union Mutual Insurance Society Limited. 6 MOST TRUSTED HOME INSURANCE PROVIDER NFU MUTUAL 14 | CountryImagesMagazine.co.uk