Acresford, Swadlincote, DE12 8AJ

Acresford is a hamlet in North West Leicestershire, situated approximately 1.5 miles (2.4 km) from the town of Swadlincote. The area’s heritage is in coal‑mining and pottery manufacture, both of which have shaped the local character. The settlement shares civil parish authorities with Donisthorpe and Oakthorpe and forms part of the border with South Derbyshire. Within Acresford lies an abandoned quarry, a reminder of the industrial past. The locality falls under the DE 12 postal district, indicating its proximity to Swadlincote and the surrounding rural setting. Residents benefit from a quiet, close‑knit community atmosphere while remaining within reach of the amenities and services available in the nearby town of Swadlincote.