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History of East and West Terrace

Posted on January 15, 2026 by admin

These gritstone back-to-back terraces off Shaw Lane in Milford were built by the Strutts in 1813 – 1820 and remain … Continue reading →

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The Dark Side of Milford – History Walk 22nd March

Posted on January 13, 2026 by admin

Book now for this fascinating tour of “The Dark Side of Milford” (i.e. Milford on the western side of The … Continue reading →

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Belper 250 celebrations

Posted on January 4, 2026 by admin

2026 is a BIG year for Belper and the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site. It is the 250th anniversary of … Continue reading →

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Wassailing at The Holly Bush Thistlefields orchard

Posted on January 4, 2026 by admin

The traditional Wassailing (blessing) of the apple trees to give a good harvest will take place on the Holly Bush’s … Continue reading →

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Carol Singing in The King William on 21st December 2025

Posted on November 29, 2025 by admin

Carol singing will take place in The King William on the 21st December from 4pm to 6pm. Song books will … Continue reading →

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Milford Mills Development – November 2025 update

Posted on November 29, 2025 by admin

After the developers spending much of the spring and summer laying foundations, suddenly and rapidly new buildings are appearing on … Continue reading →

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Greenspace Christmas Fuddle 6th December 2025 – Cancelled

Posted on November 24, 2025 by admin

The organisers are really sorry, but due to the poor weather forecast for today, this event has been cancelled.

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Milford and Makeney WI What’s On

Posted on November 17, 2025 by admin

The Milford and Makeney WI Christmas lunch is on December 1st at The Lion Hotel at 1pm and the 1st … Continue reading →

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Christmas Fayre in The King William 23rd November

Posted on November 6, 2025 by admin

The Christmas Fayre was held in The King William on Sunday 23rd November with all proceeds going to Bridge View … Continue reading →

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Autumn Bach Choirs

Posted on October 24, 2025 by admin

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An essential guide to village services and amenities - everything from schools to churches, bus times to businesses, pubs to public footpaths, MPs' surgeries to doctors' surgeries. click here >

Milford was a quiet hamlet until Jedidiah Strutt set up a water powered cotton mill and built housing for the workforce. Discover more about our rich heritage here. click here >

A guide to organisations and interest and activity groups in the village and beyond - from Maypole Promotions to Blooming Milford, Derbyshire Archery Club to Knit Knatter. click here >

Belper, GB		8^°C overcast clouds
Wind 16 mph, ESE Humidity 91% Pressure 0.99 bar

Day	Temp.	Wind	Humidity	PressurePres.
thu jan 22	7/7^°C	14 mph, ESE	97%	0.99 bar
fri jan 23	6/3^°C	20 mph, ESE	89%	0.99 bar
sat jan 24	6/3^°C	14 mph, ESE	94%	1 bar
sun jan 25	5/2^°C	5 mph, SE	97%	0.99 bar
mon jan 26	4/1^°C	4 mph, SE	96%	1 bar