Etwall, Derbyshire

Flower Delivery to Etwall – A Civil Parish and Village in Derbyshire

Situated in the south-west of Derby, Etwall has grown since the end of the Second World War but has managed to keep a very attractive village centre. Here, you'll find several interesting spots, as well as places for rest and relaxation. So if you're interested in attractive village offering a range of amenities, Etwall is worth a visit.

HISTORY

The village of Etwall is listed as “Etewelle” (meaning Eatta's water) in the Domesday Book. Eatta was the name of a Saxon headman who settled in the area during the 7th century. It is believed that the manor he built is where the church and almshouses now stand.

A small, rural village, Etwall transformed into a what it is today in the 20th century when gradual improvements were introduced in the village.

ATTRACTIONS

A simple walk around the main street of Etwall gives you glimpses of some really attractive buildings. There's St Helen's Church which dates back to the 12th century; another is the Ivies which is a timber-frame house more than 500 years old; and the Methodist Chapel built in 1838. If these interest you, why not stay for a couple of days in the village? If you take a date with you, you can make the trip extra special by giving them Etwall flowers. But if you can't find flowers in Etwall, you can always send flowers to Etwall through us!

In case you want to explore beyond Etwall, there are some really nice spots for you to visit as well. Here's a few of what you can see:

Derby Museum & Art Gallery – where you can find diverse and fascinating collections. The gallery features a permanent collection and hosts a range of fun activities as well.

Derby Cathedral – has the second highest perpendicular church tower in England. As such, the structure towers about the city of Derby and serves as home to peregrine falcons that have nested in the building for years.

Kedleston Hall – an English country house that serves as the seat of the Curzon family, whose name forms the origin of Notre-Dame-de-Courson in Normandy. Here you can stroll around the park and get a glimpse of what the Edwardian era was like as you tour the hall.

Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood – the hall is a late 17th-century structure featuring lavish interiors. A tour of the house allows you to see interesting features such as the Long Gallery, the Great Staircase, the 1930s kitchen, Grinling Gibbons carvings and ceiling paintings – just to name a few. Also in the hall are the eight galleries of the Museum of Childhood which celebrate what it's like to be young.

Calke Abbey – a Grade I listed country house. Here you can fly a kite, track wild animals and take a walk through Calke Park.

Do you know anyone living on Etwall? Would you like to surprise them with a floral arrangement on special occasions? Well, you can do so through us! When you order flowers for delivery to Etwall from us, we can provide you with next-day delivery service. Also, you have quite the collection of floral bouquets to choose from. Our blooms are well suited for just about any occasion – anniversaries, birthdays, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day and so much more. So when you want to send flowers to Etwall, do so through us!

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