Ashfield

Ashfield is an administrative district in Nottinghamshire that includes three main towns and several smaller settlements spread across the area. The district combines urban centers with rural surroundings, creating a mixed landscape across its territory.

The district was created in 1974 when separate towns and rural areas were combined under one administration. This reorganization united several previously independent communities into a single local government area.

The area remains connected to its coal mining past, which visitors can explore through local museums and community spaces today. This heritage shapes how people here understand their identity and the region's role in the country's industrial history.

The area has good accessibility with services and facilities available in the main towns throughout the district. Visitors planning to explore the region should allow time to move between different settlements and check what is open when planning a visit.

A planetarium project is underway that marks a shift in how the region is developing for the future. This new focus on science education represents a fresh direction for a place historically defined by coal mining.

Location: Nottinghamshire

Inception: April 1, 1974

Capital city: Kirkby-in-Ashfield

Website: https://ashfield.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.05000,-1.30000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:40