Parish in South Derbyshire, Derbyshire, England
| Coordinates: | 52.874, -1.662 |
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| OS grid ref: | SK 22 30 |
| Dialling code: | 01283 (Burton-on-Trent) |
Hoon is a very small, largely rural civil parish in South Derbyshire, Derbyshire, England, made up mainly of farmland, hedgerows and a scattering of farmhouses and cottages rather than a compact village centre. The landscape is typical of lowland Derbyshire with gently rolling fields that give the area a quiet, agricultural character while still sitting within easy reach of larger market towns and transport links.
Historically the parish has an agricultural pedigree and you’ll find a number of older vernacular buildings and converted barns that reflect that past; today the local economy remains dominated by farming, with some diversification into small businesses and equestrian uses. Social life is small‑scale and often tied to neighbouring villages and parish events, so the appeal is largely to those seeking a peaceful countryside setting rather than a bustling community hub.