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A 45-minute drive from the stunning Peak District National Park, the town is surrounded by five large public parks. One such is the epic Deer Park: a 500-acre estate, which features a lake, cafes, a Botanic Garden and a Natural and Industrial Museum. Rutland Sports Park and the Victoria Park Leisure Centre also provide excellent facilities for all ages.

With the M1 under 10 minutes away by car, major cities such as Sheffield, Leeds and Manchester are an easy commute. Via the A609, Nottingham is a quick 22-minute drive away, and Derby is just 30 minutes by car.

If you prefer travelling by train, the train station is on the West Midlands and Northern Line, and East Midland Railway, with journeys to Nottingham taking approximately 15 minutes. The East Midlands Airport is just 24 minutes by car, and local bus services include a link to the airport.

Being so close to cities such as Derby, the town is a prime education spot for all ages. Among the choices for secondary education, you have Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy, Kirk Hallam and the Saint John Catholic Voluntary Academy. And for ages 16 and over, Nottingham and Derby both offer college and university opportunities.