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Riddings sits just south of Alfreton, positioned on a ridge that overlooks the Erewash Valley toward the Nottinghamshire border. Historically, the village was defined by the iron and coal industries, specifically the Oakes family’s Alfreton Ironworks, which shaped much of the local stone architecture and the layout of the village greens. Today, it feels more like a quiet residential pocket than an industrial hub, centered around the landmark windmill towers and the stone-built church of St. James. Residents have straightforward access to the A38 and M1 for commuting, while the nearby Alfreton railway station provides direct links to Nottingham, Chesterfield, and Sheffield. For daily essentials, the village maintains a few traditional pubs, a post office, and a local park, while the larger retail parks and supermarkets of Alfreton and Somercotes are only a few minutes' drive away. It is a practical, well-connected spot that manages to retain a distinct village identity despite its proximity to the busier main roads.