Awsworth Parish Village

The pretty little village of Awsworth enjoys unspoilt views over the Erewash Valley and the now disused Bennerley Viaduct. Built in 1879 the unique lattice wrought iron bridge construction is 500 yards long (457 metres) and links Awsworth to Ilkeston. Population 2,455

Part of the Nottingham Canal in Awsworth has been renovated and is managed as a fishery and leased by the Cossall and Awsworth Angling Club.

A new bypass road was completed in 1996 much to the delight of the villagers and Awsworth can return to the quieter days of old.

Places of Interest

Glasshouse Yard  was one of the early glass making centres in England and was responsible for the manufacture of all original glass for Wollaton Hall which now houses the Nottingham Natural History Museum.

St Peter's Church, Main Street, is an unusually designed parish church and is constructed of brick with stone dressings. It was virtually rebuilt in 1900 and it still retains a chancel dated 1746 with a Gothic-style east window.

(Last Updated: 14/04/2008)