Built-up area in Amber Valley, Derbyshire, England
| Coordinates: | 53.005, -1.424 |
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| OS grid ref: | SK 38 45 |
| Population: | 5,552 |
| Dialling code: | 01773 (Ripley) |
The villages of Kilburn and Horsley Woodhouse sit in the borough of Amber Valley in Derbyshire, England. Kilburn is positioned close to local routes linking Ripley and Derby, while Horsley Woodhouse is a compact settlement near Belper; both enjoy easy access to surrounding farmland, wooded valleys and the patchwork of former industrial sites that characterise this part of the county.
Historically the communities grew from agriculture and the 19th‑century coal, brick and textile trades that reshaped the Amber Valley, and today retain village halls, pubs, sports clubs and active residents’ groups alongside a number of commuter households working in Derby and Nottingham. The area is popular for country walks and exploring nearby heritage such as the Derwent Valley Mills, offering a mix of rural charm and industrial history.
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