Aston-on-Trent
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Aston-on-Trent is a Derbyshire village, situated in the English East Midlands, near Derby. It is adjacent to Weston-on-Trent and is near to Chellaston.
It is situated on the north bank of the River Trent, about a mile from the river on rising ground safely out of the flood plain. The Trent and Mersey Canal runs between the village and the river.
There is a primary school, run by headmistress Ann Tunley, and there is a church (All Saints), which dates back to Celtic times. Renowned artists of the village include Robin Gibbard and pyrographer Bob Neill, and it takes pride in its fascinating history.
Local ammenities include a post office, a corner shop and two public houses, the White Hart and the Malt Shovel
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