Shardlow Derbyshire Map

About Shardlow

Shardlow, a village in South Derbyshire, carries the quiet hum of its canal heritage. It lies 6.7 km west-south-west of Long Eaton (from Long Eaton: bearing 241°T, OS grid SK 431 305), and is situated south of Ambaston village. The network of canals, once arteries of commerce, now offers a peaceful respite, their waters reflecting the dappled sunlight filtering through overhanging trees. The brickwork of the former warehouses, sturdy and honest, still speaks of a bustling past, a time when Shardlow was a vital hub for trade. The air here often carries the faint, earthy scent of damp soil and river reeds, a constant reminder of its watery connections. Even now, the towpaths invite a slow amble, a gentle rhythm that seems to echo the unhurried flow of the Trent and Mersey Canal.

About This Shardlow Map Page

Explore Shardlow, Derbyshire, with an embedded street and satellite map - switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 52.871070, -1.360040. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.