How Many Platforms Does Chesterfield Have?

three platforms.
Chesterfield station has three platforms. Platform 1 is accessible directly from the ticket hall, and platforms 2 and 3 can be accessed via the stairs and a subway or lift. A cafe, newsagent and accessible toilet are in the ticket hall.

What train line is Chesterfield on?

Chesterfield railway station serves the town of Chesterfield in Derbyshire, England. It lies on the Midland Main Line. Four tracks pass through the station which has three platforms. It is currently operated by East Midlands Railway.

When was Chesterfield train station built?

Opening. The station was opened as “Chesterfield” by the LD&ECR on 8 March 1897 and was the headquarters of the line. It was renamed “Chesterfield Market Place” on 1 January 1907.

How far is Chesterfield train station from the town Centre?

Train stations near Chesterfield Town Center

When did Chesterfield central station close?

The station opened in 1892 and was closed in 1963. Although the official closing date was 4 March 1963, the last passenger train to use the station did so on 15 June, when ‘Flying Scotsman’ stopped there during a Railway Preservation Society tour from Sheffield Victoria to Marylebone.

What is Chesterfield famous for?

Chesterfield is perhaps best known for the crooked spire of its Church of Saint Mary and All Saints and is why the local football team is known as The Spireites. The spire is twisted 45 degrees and leans 9 feet 6 inches (2.90 m) from its true centre.

What is the closest city to Chesterfield?

Major cities near Chesterfield, United Kingdom

• 9 miles to Sheffield, United Kingdom.
• 22 miles to Derby, United Kingdom.
• 23 miles to Nottingham, United Kingdom.
• 36 miles to Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom.
• 38 miles to Manchester, United Kingdom.
• 38 miles to Leeds, United Kingdom.
• 40 miles to Bradford, United Kingdom.

What accent is Chesterfield?

What is distinctive about Chesterfield speech (accent and vocabulary)? “common”/ ”quite rough”/”quite friendly – not considered posh/uptight.” It’s “quite similar to the Sheffield accent in many ways”/The Sheffield dialect has ”no particular difference to the Chesterfield one.” “…

What is the oldest building in Chesterfield?

The oldest is the former Peacock Inn on Low Pavement, built around 1500.

How old is Chesterfield UK?

The story of Chesterfield has been over 2,000 years in the making. From its roots as a Roman fort close to the very edge of the Roman Empire its excellent transport links helped it become a prosperous market town in the Middle Ages, serving north eastern Derbyshire and beyond.

What are the nice areas of Chesterfield?

The suburbs: For stunning country views, look to the village of Holymoorside. Detached homes with panoramic views and extensive gardens can be found on streets including Harewood Road and Chander Hill. More modest 1960s properties can be found in areas around Brook Close.

Is Chesterfield a big town?

Chesterfield is our largest town and is home to 104,000 people. Eight other main towns have populations of over 20,000. A large part of the north and west of the county is very rural, much of it in the Peak District National Park.

What’s it like living in Chesterfield?

With friendly and welcoming communities it’s a safe place to live and bring up a family. Surrounded by stunning countryside but with lots to offer in the town there’s plenty to see and do.

Is HS2 coming to Chesterfield?

Chesterfield will be served by HS2, offering zero carbon, high-speed services that will reduce journey times and free up space on existing lines for more local services.

How old are the shambles in Chesterfield?

19 Shambles was built in the early 16th century; 20 Shambles is mid-18th century; and 21 to 23 Shambles were all built in the early 18th century.

What day is market day in Chesterfield?

General Markets take place on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays. Enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of the traditional market as you browse a variety of stalls selling food, fashion, home ware and gifts. It boasts fresh seasonal produce, friendly market traders and value for money goods.

What percentage of Chesterfield is black?

Chesterfield Demographics
White: 79.58% Asian: 12.56% Two or more races: 3.95% Black or African American: 3.67%

Is Chesterfield deprived?

Chesterfield was ranked at 1,497 of the most deprived places to live and other areas of the High Peak also featured in the bottom 20 per cent of deprived areas.

What is the crime rate in Chesterfield?

95 crimes per 1,000 people
The overall crime rate in Chesterfield in 2021 was 95 crimes per 1,000 people. This compares poorly to Derbyshire’s overall crime rate, coming in 18% higher than the Derbyshire rate of 81 per 1,000 residents.

Is Chesterfield good place to live?

With Chesterfield being named the second-best place in the UK to raise a family, we spoke to parents and business owners in the town to find out what makes it so great. There are many factors to consider when planning to start a family – one of the most important being where to live.

Is Chesterfield urban or rural?

Derbyshire has no rural/urban area classed as ‘Major urban conurbation’.
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