Dronfield is a town in North East Derbyshire, England, situated in the valley of the River Drone between Chesterfield and Sheffield. The Peak District National Park lies about three miles to the west.
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The locality of Holmesfield, Dronfield lies within the town of Dronfield in North East Derbyshire, England. Dronfield sits in the valley of the River Drone, positioned between the towns of Chesterfield and Sheffield. The Peak District National Park is approximately three miles to the west, offering a nearby natural setting. The town’s name derives from the Old English Dranfleld, likely meaning an open land infested with drone bees. Dronfield includes areas such as Dronfield Woodhouse and Coal Aston, and is part of the broader North East Derbyshire region. The postal district for this area is S18. The town’s setting in a river valley and proximity to a national park suggest a blend of rural and urban influences within the local geography.