Shirebrook Derbyshire Map

About Shirebrook

Shirebrook, a place where the gentle, rolling countryside of Derbyshire meets the enduring spirit of industry, has long been shaped by the land and its people. It lies 4.1 km west of Market Warsop (from Market Warsop: bearing 268°T, OS grid SK 525 677), and is situated south-south-east of Langwith village. Historically, its fortunes were intimately tied to the rich seams of coal that lay beneath its soil, a heritage that carved the very contours of its economy and the character of its inhabitants. The arable fields, often catching the soft, diffused light of the East Midlands, speak of a connection to the earth that predates the collieries, a quiet persistence in the face of change. Though its industrial past remains a palpable presence, Shirebrook today carries a more varied character, a mosaic of everyday life. The echoes of the mining era are still felt, but they mingle with the hum of contemporary enterprise and the simple pleasures of local life. While no grand architectural spectacles may dominate its skyline, a certain dignity can be found in the sturdy brickwork of its older buildings, reflecting a community that has weathered many seasons. The local football club, Shirebrook Town F.C., represents a focal point for civic pride, a continuation of a tradition of collective spirit that has always defined Shirebrook.

About This Shirebrook Map Page

Explore Shirebrook, 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: 53.204114, -1.214450. 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.