Built-up area in Erewash, Derbyshire, England
| Coordinates: | 52.974, -1.311 |
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| OS grid ref: | SK 46 42 |
| Population: | 38,587 |
Ilkeston is a historic market town in the borough of Erewash, Derbyshire, England, sitting in the Erewash Valley close to the River Erewash and the Erewash Canal. It occupies a convenient spot between Nottingham and Derby, making it both a local retail and commuter centre while retaining a distinct town-centre character of terraces, mills and a traditional market.
The town has strong industrial roots in coal mining, ironworking and framework knitting, and those legacies shape its streets and communities today; recent years have seen regeneration of the market area and waterfront alongside active community arts, sports clubs and independent shops. Nearby industrial landmarks such as the preserved Bennerley Viaduct and the local football side Ilkeston Town reflect the area’s proud civic and working-class heritage.
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