Ward in Derbyshire Dales, Derbyshire, England
| Coordinates: | 52.997, -1.716 |
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| OS grid ref: | SK 19 44 |
| Dialling code: | 01335 (Ashbourne) |
Ashbourne South covers the southern part of the market town of Ashbourne in the Derbyshire Dales district of Derbyshire. It is largely residential with pockets of local shops, cafes and Georgian stone buildings close to the town centre and the River Henmore, with good road links to the A52 and A515 that make it a popular base for commuters and local visitors.
The area has a strong local identity tied to Ashbourne's market-town history and lively calendar - most famously the annual Shrovetide football - and benefits from proximity to the Peak District and recreational routes such as the Tissington Trail and scenic spots like Dovedale. Tourism, retail and small services are important to the local economy, while community groups and events give the ward a village-like social feel despite its town-centre location.
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