Grindleford, Hope Valley, S32 2JN

Grindleford is a village and civil parish situated within Derbyshire in the East Midlands of England. The settlement lies in the valley of the River Derwent, part of the Peak District National Park, and sits at an altitude of 492 feet (150 metres). According to the 2011 Census, the civil parish had a population of 909 residents. A notable landmark is the 17th‑century Grindleford Bridge, which spans the River Derwent on the western side of the village. The village’s location within the national park places it amid scenic countryside, while its small population suggests a close‑knit community. The presence of a historic bridge indicates long‑standing local infrastructure and a sense of heritage. Grindleford’s setting within the Peak District offers a rural character, with the valley environment shaping its landscape and atmosphere.