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Church Gresley sits on the southern edge of the Derbyshire border, almost merging into Swadlincote but retaining its own distinct character. The village’s identity is rooted in the heavy clay of the National Forest; for generations, it was a hub of the South Derbyshire potteries, and you can still see the remnants of this industrial heritage at the nearby Sharpe’s Pottery Museum. Today, it is a practical, residential area defined by a mix of traditional terraced rows and more recent housing developments that have expanded its footprint. Geographically, it is well-placed for those who need to get around the Midlands, with the A444 and A511 providing straightforward links to Burton upon Trent and Ashby-de-la-Zouch. While the village centre is home to local essentials and the historic church of St George and St Mary, much of the appeal lies in the surrounding green space. Maurice Lea Memorial Park offers a well-kept focal point for a walk, and within minutes you can be out in the plantations of the National Forest, which has transformed the old mineral workings into a landscape of young woodland and trails.