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Plymouth Welcome to Amber Valley The Heart of Derbyshire If you enjoy shopping, then you probably love a bargain. Here in Amber Valley we are fortunate to have one of the widest ranges of individual factory shop outlets anywhere in the country. This trail leaflet is designed to help you find the venues and gives details of the products sold.

For those in the know, factory shop outlets offer excellent value for money. Often you are able to purchase items that are not available elsewhere; such as samples of new products and ranges, end of lines and seconds. Our leading manufacturers include household names; Denby, David Nieper and John Smedley and the product range is diverse.

Several companies offer the chance to see the production processes involved which gives yet another reason to visit. Some of the shops are located in historic buildings and the De Bradelei complex at and John Smedley at Lea Bridge are both within the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site.

There are numerous talented artists and craftspeople based in Amber Valley. Some of those who have shops and studios are listed within the leaflet, while the Tourist Information Centre hosts a regular programme of exhibitions throughout the year.

Whilst in the area, why not call into one of the local market towns - , Belper, and Ripley. These all have a range of individual businesses and High Street names. There are a growing number of antique shops where you may find unusual and specialist goods.

You will find plenty of places to eat, from cafes and restaurants to specialist outlets. Look out for menus which showcase recipes with locally-produced food.

The staff at the Tourist Information Centre in Ripley will always be pleased to help with your queries. They can also give details on events and accommodation. Enjoy your visit. Map Reference Directions to locations are included in the individual entries. Additional numbered locations for trail references are on the map. Antique Shops Alfreton Antiques Centre, 11 King Street, Alfreton Tel: 01773 520781 Ambergate Antiques, c/o Upstairs Downstairs, 8 Derby Road, Ripley Tel: 01773 745201 Bridge Street Furniture. 118 Bridge Street, Belper Tel: 01773 828388 Curiosity Interiors, 37 King Street, Alfreton Tel: 01773 834999 Derwentside Antiques, Unity Mill, Derwent Street, Belper Tel: 01773 828008 Heanor Antiques Centre, 1-3 Ilkeston Road, Heanor Tel: 01773 531181 Sweetings Antiques, 1/1a The Butts, Belper Tel: 01773 825930 Wayside Antiques, 62 Town Street, Duffield Tel: 01773 840346 Wheathills, Wheathills Farm, Brun Lane, Mackworth Tel: 01332 824819 www.wheathills.com Market Days Alfreton Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday (indoor). Belper Farmers Market 2nd Saturday of each month. Heanor Friday and Saturday (outdoor). Ripley Friday and Saturday (outdoor). Tourist Information Centre Town Hall, Market Place, Ripley, Derbyshire DE5 3BT Tel: 01773 841488 Fax: 01773 841487 www.visitambervalley.com Email: [email protected] Group Information For help with arranging your factory shop itineraries and tours, please contact Sally Bruckshaw, Principal Tourism Officer. Tel: 01773 841482 Fax: 01773 841487 Email: [email protected] Key:

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1 Acanthus Stoneware Ltd - Alfreton

Wimsey Way, Alfreton Trading Estate, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 4LS Tel: 01773 540704 www.acanthus-stoneware.co.uk

Opening hours and days: Monday to Friday 8.00 am - 4.30 pm. Saturday morning by appointment.

Factory shop offering massive discounts on exclusive cast stoneware for the home and garden. Urns, benches, fountains, temples, sundials, planters and much more. All items handmade by Derbyshire craftsmen and will weather and age beautifully, improving with time. The ideal gift.

Directions to shop: Leave the A38 on the B600 (towards ). Pass B&Q and Aldi on the right, then turn right at the second roundabout into Wimsey Way.

Public Transport: Alfreton to Somercotes buses stop near top of Wimsey Way.

Facilities: WC T 2 Morrison McConnell Factory Shop - Alfreton

Keys Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 7FQ Tel: 01773 727590

Opening hours and days: Open every day from 9.00 am - 5.00 pm

Morrison McConnell branded menswear formal clothing range from last season at reduced prices. Shirts, ties, cufflinks, jackets, trousers, socks and knitwear to complete a menswear wardrobe.

Directions to shop: Leave A38 at Alfreton (Somercotes) exit. Just off Nottingham Road on Nix's Hill Industrial Estate.

Public transport: Bus routes 91, 92, R1 and H1.

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3 David Nieper - Alfreton

Nottingham Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 7LE Tel: 01773 522678

Opening hours and days: Monday to Saturday 9.00 am - 5.00 pm

Luxury fashion boutique and company shop specialising in top quality ladies nightwear, lingerie and daywear. Designed and manufactured in our own workshops on site.

Directions to shop: A third of a mile from Alfreton town centre, off Nottingham Road, a few minutes from junction 28 of the M1.

Public transport: Buses stop close to factory shop entrance.

Facilities: WC £

4 Rockfall UK Ltd - Alfreton

Major House, Wimsey Way, Alfreton Trading Estate, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 4LS Tel: 01773 608616 Website: www.rockfall.co.uk

Opening hours and days: Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 5.30 pm, Saturday 9.30 am - 5.00 pm

Rockfall UK design and manufacture high quality safety footwear and clothing including hiking boots, workwear, safety shoes and a wide range of leisure clothing. We also stock a range of large size footwear from sizes 12 - 16 and a selection of childrens footwear. Visit our factory shop for the latest special offers or view the full range online.

Directions to shop: From the B600 (main Alfreton to Somercotes road), turn into Hockley Way (McDonalds on the corner), go 300 yards then turn left onto Wimsey Way. Rockfall is located 50 yards on the left hand side.

Public transport: Alfreton to Somercotes buses stop near top of Wimsey Way.

Facilities: £ 5 End of the Line Furniture - Ambergate

32 Derby Road, Ambergate, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 2GE Tel: 01773 856082

Opening hours and days: Wednesday - Saturday 10.00 am - 5.00 pm, Sunday 1.00 pm - 5.00 pm

Range of sofas, chairs and stools hand-made to a very high quality using beech hardwood frames, sprung units and quality materials. Available in a large collection of fine fabrics by Monkwell, Blendworth, Warwick, Swaffer and many more.

Directions to shop: From Belper follow the A6 towards Matlock. The shop is on the left hand side just before the crossing in Ambergate.

Public transport: Facilities Local bus service Disabled Access - 3 steps towards a wide door. All furniture on one level. 6 Oakham Clothing Factory Outlet - Ambergate

Drovers Way, Bullbridge, Ambergate, Derbyshire DE5 2EX Tel: 01773 853473

Opening hours and days: Monday - Saturday 10.00 am - 5.00 pm, Sunday 10.00 am - 4.00 pm

This spacious store retails ladies and mens clothing, footwear, handbags and accessories. You will recognise leading High Street brands but enjoy paying Factory Shop prices. Browse around in comfort on one floor. We have our own large free car park and wheelchair access (dedicated parking spaces directly outside the entrance).

Directions to shop: Ripley/Ambergate exit from A38. Follow signs for Ambergate. After one mile, turn right under railway bridge (Bullbridge/Crich/Fritchley). First right to factory shop and car park.

Public transport: Facilities: Local bus service £

7 Brettles Factory Outlet - Belper

Slenderella House, Days Lane (off Queen Street), Belper, Derbyshire DE56 1NR Tel: 01773 829871

Opening hours and days: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 10.00 am - 4.00 pm

Outlet offering the largest selection of lingerie in the area. Top quality and top names including Brettles, Slenderella, Gaspé, Vedonis, Triumph, Sloggi, Gossard and Berlei. Excellent quality at fantastic prices.

Directions to shop: A6 into Belper, turn left at island (Morrisons on right), into New Road, through traffic lights, next turn right into Queen Street, turn left into Days Lane.

Public transport: Easy access via nearby bus and train stations.

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£ 8 De Bradelei Stores - Belper

De Bradelei House, Chapel Street, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 1AR Tel: 01773 825830 www.debradelei.co.uk

Opening hours and days: Monday - Friday 9.30 am - 5.30 pm, Saturday 9.30 am - 6.00 pm, Sunday 10.30 am - 4.30 pm

De Bradelei sells leading High Street and Designer labels with up to 70% discount. Womenswear, menswear, shoes, soft furnishings, gifts, cushions and garden accessories. Brands include Alex & Co, Kaliko, Eastex, Mandolin, Ann Harvey, Windsmoor, Planet, Precis Petite, Jacques Vert, Paul Costello, Wolsey, Gabicci, Pierre Cardin, Timberland, Ecco and Gabor.

Directions to shop: Just off the A6 in Belper turn off roundabout towards Morrisons and follow service road round past petrol station. Car park on right.

Public transport: Easy access via nearby bus and train stations.

Facilities: prior notice required for WC £ coffee shop group bookings 9 Anitawear - Codnor

8 Heanor Road, Codnor, Derbyshire DE5 9SH Tel: 01773 745725 www.anitawear.co.uk

Opening hours and days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9.00 am - 4.00 pm

A family-run business for around 35 years making fabric and craft items and sublimation printing (photographs on many items). All made or printed on site. Cushions, peg bags, tea cosies, carrier bag holders, hand towels, flannels, tea towels, cutting boards, coasters and place mats.

Directions to shop: Travelling from Codnor Market Place down the hill on the A6007 towards Loscoe, look for the Anitawear factory sign on the left at the bottom of the hill. Turn left down the drive and the shop is right at the bottom.

Public transport: Local bus service 100 yards from shop.

Facilities: £ 10 Dartington Crystal - Denby

Denby Pottery Co Ltd, Denby, Derbyshire DE5 8NX Tel: 01773 513116 www.dartington.co.uk

Opening hours and days: Monday - Saturday 9.00 am - 5.00 pm, Sunday 10.00 am - 5.00 pm

Crystal glassware, barware, vases, bowls. Silk flowers.

Directions to shop: B6179 two miles south of Ripley, within the Denby Visitor Centre.

Public transport: 9.1, 9.2, 147 and Red Arrow buses from stop close by.

Facilities: WC Groups contact Denby Pottery Visitor Centre 11 Denby Pottery - Denby

Denby Visitor Centre and Shops, Denby, Derbyshire DE5 8NX Tel: 01773 740799 Email: [email protected] Web: www.denbyvisitorcentre.co.uk

Centre opening hours: Monday Saturday 9.30 am - 5.00 pm. Sunday 10.00 am - 5.00 pm. (Factory Shop and Home Store 11.00 am - 5.00 pm on Sundays.)

Extensive Factory Shop with a huge selection of new, current and discontinued Denby seconds. Contemporary showcase Denby Home Store selling best quality Denby and seasonal home accessories and other products. Quality products and gift ideas in the Dartington Factory Shop, Cookery, Garden and Gift Emporia shops. Bourne's Restaurant serves delicious home made food. Free cookery demonstrations in kitchen theatre 12.30 and 2.30 pm daily, or try a Pottery Tour to find out how Denby is made.

Directions to shop: Just off the A38, on the B6179 (8 miles north of Derby, 2 miles south of Ripley).

Public transport: 9.1, 9.2, 147 and Red Arrow buses from stop outside the pottery.

Facilities: Groups Welcome anytime, groups for factory tours with advance booking (discounts apply) Disabled access Full access to the Visitor Centre for wheelchairs. We regret that there is no access for wheelchairs on the full factory tour due to safety reasons, but up to 2 wheelchairs are allowed on the Craftroom Tour. Factory Tours Full tours Monday Thursday at 10.30 am and 1.00 pm, Craftroom Family Tours daily at 11.00 am, 12.00 pm, 2.00 pm and 3.00 pm. WC 12 A J Fabrics and Crafts - Heage

6 Eagle Street, Heage, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 2AJ Tel: 01773 853552 www.fabricsandcrafts.co.uk

Opening hours and days: Monday - Saturday 9.30 am - 4.30 pm

A fabric and craft shop selling a wide range of fabrics from curtaining and upholstery to dress and bridal. Also wool and craft goods. Craft workshops are organised, please contact for more information.

Directions to shop: From Ripley take the B6374 to Heage. Follow road for 1.7 miles and shop is on the right.

Facilities: £

13 John Smedley Ltd - Lea Bridge

Lea Mills, Lea Bridge, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 5AG Tel: 01629 530426 www.johnsmedley.com

Opening hours and days: Every day from 10.00 am - 4.00 pm (Please phone to check during holiday periods)

British knitwear innovators John Smedley combine over 200 years of experience with an innovative fashion edge to create styles and shapes constructed with the utmost attention to quality and detail. The luxurious men's, women's and children's seconds and end of line ranges are available on the original John Smedley site at Lea Mills.

Directions to shop: Turn off A6 (Derby Road) at crossroads, follow signs to Lea, approximately 2 miles. At T-junction in Lea Bridge, turn right for car park, shop on left at bottom of hill.

Facilities:

£ Disabled access small step, ramp in the shop 14 Loscoe Pine - Loscoe

Old Church Hall, Taylor Lane, Loscoe, Derbyshire DE75 7TA Tel: 01773 712978

Opening hours and days: Monday - Thursday, 8.00 am - 4.30 pm. Friday and Saturday 10.00 am - 3.00 pm.

Pine furniture for the bedroom, lounge, dining room and kitchen. We offer a bespoke service to your own design and finish. Large showroom, fantastic prices and quality workmanship.

Directions to shop: From Ripley follow the A610 to Codnor. Take the A6007 towards Heanor, continue towards Loscoe, we are situated next to Loscoe Recycling Centre.

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£ 15 The Dolls House Emporium - Ripley

High Holborn Road, Ripley, Derbyshire DE5 3YD Tel: 0800 0114411 Shop Tel: 01773 514413 www.dollshouse.com

Opening hours and days: 10.00 am - 5.00 pm every day except Christmas Eve (10.00 am - 4.00 pm) Closed Christmas Day and New Years Day.

The Dolls House Emporium was established in 1979 and is the worlds leading supplier of dolls' houses and miniatures. Our products consist of 1:12 scale dolls' houses and accessories. The dolls' houses are sold in kit form or can be purchased ready built and decorated. In our showroom all houses are ready for you to visit and you will also see the elegant architectural collection situated in our reception area.

Directions to shop: At the Ripley roundabout with the A38, take the A610 (Nottingham). Following signs to Nottingham, go straight on at first roundabout ( Park/Police HQ). Second exit off the second roundabout (Police HQ). First exit off the third roundabout (Sainsbury's). Turn left at the traffic lights (HTC Car Sales) into Brittain Drive, then first right into High Holborn Road. 200 yards on the left , please take third entrance through gates to shop.

Public transport: Facilities Local bus service £ WC Farm and Craft Shops

16 A Pig’s Tale Farm Shop - Alderwasley

Lane Head Farm, Alderwasley, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 2RF Tel: 01629 820037

Opening hours and days: Thursday, Friday and Saturday 9.00 am - 6.00 pm

The finest quality home produced and locally sourced beef, pork and lamb. Delicious, freshly prepared home-made sausages and burgers. Freezer packs a speciality.

Directions to shop: Half a mile from the Bear Inn at Alderwasley on the old Belper to Wirksworth road. Close to the A6, 4 miles from Belper and 5 miles from Matlock.

Facilities: WC £ 17 David - Pottery Studio and Crafts Gallery - Alfreton

1 Wycliffe Road, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 7HR Tel: 01773 832442 Website: davidspottery.co.uk

Opening hours and days: Monday & Tuesday 11.00 am - 5.00 pm, Thursday & Friday 11.00 am - 6.00 pm, Saturday 10.00 - 5.00 pm. Evening workshops available on request.

Pottery, gallery, coffee shop and gifts. Paint a pot and parties for adults and children. Japanese and medieval influenced ceramics. A wide variety of arts and crafts, handmade jewellery and glass, plus gifts and cards for all occasions. Pottery workshops for all ages and abilities.

Directions to shop: From Alfreton, take the B600 towards Somercotes. Wycliffe Road is the first right turn after the Plough public house.

Public transport: Alfreton - Nottingham bus route. Alfreton train station 1 mile.

Facilities:

WC 18 The Studio - Alfreton

1 The Studio, New Lane Galleries, New Street, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 7BP Tel: 01773 836907

Opening hours and days: Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 9.00 am - 5.00 pm, Tuesday 9.00 am - 4.00 pm.

Original watercolour scenes, still life, portraits, flowers and gifts. Commissions undertaken.

Directions to shop: From Alfreton High Street (opposite Woolworths) the Studio is on New Street which is signposted.

Public transport: Regular bus service to Alfreton

Facilities: Town Centre car parks Groups 6-8 people, please telephone first 19 Evergreen House Studio - Belper

Evergreen House, 4 Blackden Close, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 0DL Tel: 01773 820282 Email: [email protected] www.lindawain.com

Opening hours and days: No fixed hours, open almost any time by arrangement, please telephone first.

Evergreen House is the private studio and gallery of International Wildlife Artist Linda Wain, on show are original paintings, signed limited edition prints and greeting cards. Artist materials including quality paper and paint, plus artist brushes and painting outlines together with Linda's acclaimed series of instructional DVD's. Talks, art classes, demonstrations and workshops both at the studio and other locations can be booked. Coaches by arrangement.

Directions to studio/gallery: Situated on Blackden Close which runs parallel to Over Lane and is reached via Ashop Road. Further directions given if required when telephoning or booking.

Public transport: Buses 6X, 6.3 and 6.4

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£ 20 Ambergate Country Furniture - Ambergate

Ambergate Sawmill, Ripley Road, Ambergate Sawmill, Ambergate, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 2EP Tel: 01773 852109 www.acfshop.co.uk

Opening hours and days: Monday Friday 9.30 am - 6.00 pm. Saturday 9.30 am - 4.30 pm

A family run business established for 40 years. Handmade old pine kitchens and period furniture, designed and built to individual requirements. Boori nursery furniture, Bugaboo pushchairs and accessories. Quality gifts and homewares including Nespresso coffee makers. Browse at your leisure.

Directions to shop: M1 - A38 onto the A610, or A6 onto the A610

Public transport: Regular bus service and close to Ambergate Railway Station

Facilities: WC £ 21 Ram Furniture - Crich

Cliffside Workshop, Town End, Crich, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 5DP Tel: 01773 857092 www.ramfurniture.co.uk

Opening hours and days: Monday - Friday 8.30 am - 5.00 pm. Saturday 9.00 am - 5.00 pm

We specialise in traditional furniture made by hand in thoroughly seasoned oak. All our furniture is designed and built to individual requirements. Designs can be made compatible in both style and finish with your existing furniture together with carvings and mouldings. We also offer furniture restoration and polishing.

Directions to shop: Follow signs for Crich Tramway Village, we are 200 yards further on

Public transport: On the main route from Alfreton to Matlock.

Facilities: WC Groups (up to 10) 22 Croots Farm Shop and Kitchen - Duffield

Farnah House Farm, Duffield, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 4AQ Tel: 01332 843032 www.croots.co.uk

Opening hours and days: Tuesday - Saturday 9.30 am - 6.00 pm. Sunday 10.00 am - 4.00 pm. Bank Holidays 10.00 am - 4.00 pm.

This exciting new farm shop has its own butchery department, a deli, fresh produce, freshly made bread, dairy products and other locally produced foods. The kitchen serves breakfasts, light lunches and afternoon teas with an abundance of cakes and pastries available all through the day.

Directions to shop: In Duffield, turn off the main A6 road at the B5023 to Wirksworth. Follow the road for just over a mile. The farm is on the left hand side, just out of the village.

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£ 23 Little London Gallery - Holloway

Nightingale House, Church Street, Holloway, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 5AY Tel: 01629 534825 www.littlelondongallery.co.uk

Opening hours and days: Wednesday - Saturday 10.00 am - 5.00 pm

Nestled in the hillside at Holloway is the inspirational setting for the gallery. A family run gallery which is an intimate environment showcasing the work of artists who exhibit a mix of oils and watercolours. The gallery offers a bespoke picture- framing service. A complete professional restoration service for watercolours, oils and prints.

Directions to shop: From A6 at the major Cromford junction, turn right if coming from the south, left if coming from the north, then follow signs to Holloway.

Public transport: Bus numbers 140/141

Facilities: WC £ 24 Studio 61 Gallery and Craft Shop - Lea

The Coach House, Main Road, Lea, Nr Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 5GJ Tel: 01629 534532 www.karinagoodman.com

Opening hours and days: Thursday - Sunday 12.00 - 4.30 pm

A working studio for artist Karina Goodman who specialises in Derbyshire landscapes, house portraits and quirky watercolours. Diverse selection of prints, cards and quality handmade goods, paintings, glass, ceramics, textiles, wood, sculptures, candles, soap and unusual gifts by Derbyshire artists and craftspeople. Art Café adjacent.

Directions to shop: Found in the village of Lea, approximately 3 miles off the A615 (west) between Tansley and Matlock or 3 miles from Cromford A6.

Public Transport: Buses hourly

Facilities: Disabled access - £ with assistance (small step) 25 Riddings Pottery - Riddings

Greenhill Lane, Riddings, Alfreton, Derbyshire DE55 4AY Tel: 01773 603181 www.riddingspottery.co.uk

Opening hours and days: Please telephone for opening times.

An informal, welcoming, quality DIY pottery. John Rivers is a clay digger, kiln builder and glaze mixer who has built his own kiln … a truly green man. There is a gallery full of unique pieces for sale, watch him at work and there are also residential courses (see website for further details).

Directions to shop: Between Leabrooks and Codnor, , Riddings, is the main road between them. When coming from Leabrooks, pass the Greenhill Inn, the pottery is on the left after approximately 400 yards.

Facilities:

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Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this guide, Amber Valley Borough Council cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions (Summer 2008)

For further information please contact:

Tourist Information Centre Town Hall Market Place RIPLEY Derbyshire DE5 3BT

Open all year Monday to Saturday 9.30 am - 5.30 pm Monday to Friday (Wednesday 10.00 am) 9.30 am - 3.00 pm Saturday Tel: 01773 841488 Email: [email protected]

www.visitambervalley.com

Tourist Information Point Strutt’s North Mill, Bridgefoot, Belper, Derbyshire DE56 1YD Open: Summer (from 1 March) Wednesday to Sunday plus Bank Holidays and Winter (from 1 Nov) Saturday and Sundays 1.00pm - 5.00 pm. Tel: 01773 880474 www.belpernorthmill.org