Swadlincote Tourist Information CentreBased within Sharpe's Pottery Museum, serving South Derbyshire and the National Forest, Swadlincote TIC can help you make the most of your visit to the area.
We will be pleased to help you with:
Local and National Accommodation Bookings
Places to Visit
Events and What's On Information
Public Transport Information
Day Trips with local coach companies
Tickets for local events and transport
A range of souvenirs are also available including South Derbyshire tea towels and aprons, ordnance survey maps, local interest and history books and locally produced crafts. We also have a range of self guided walks publications including 'Five Walks in South Derbyshire' and 'More Walks in South Derbyshire'. These are priced at £2.00 (+50p postage).
Now in Stock! An exciting new range of postcards featuring South Derbyshire Villages, South Derbyshire Heritage and The National Forest.
Open: Monday to Friday 10am to 4.30pm, Saturday 10am to 3pm. Closed Sunday and Bank Holidays. Please contact for Christmas and New Year Opening times.
Free entry
| Season Dates | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Fri 1 Jan 2010 - Fri 31 Dec 2010 | Mon - Fri 10:00 to 16:30 | Sat 10:00 to 15:00 |
| Notes | Please contact for Christmas and New Year opening times. A 24 hour touch screen kiosk is available when the TIC is closed. |
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West Street, Swadlincote, Derbyshire, DE11 9DG
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See location on Google maps.
Follow brown tourist signs once in Swadlincote for Sharpe's Pottery Museum. Swadlincote well signposted from all major directions
Parking : free
Accessible by Public Transport : 4 miles from Burton upon Trent station
| date | event |
|---|---|
| Sat 28 Aug 2010 - Sat 11 Sep 2010 | Scarecrow Hunt |
| Thu 9 - Sun 12 Sep 2010 | South Derbyshire Heritage Open Days |
| Sat 21 May 2011 - Wed 1 Jun 2011 | Footsteps in the Forest |
Designated parking for guests with disabilitiesWithin 50 metres approx. of entranceis solidIs flat (i.e. without steps)Entrance is well litAutomatic door at the main entranceFrom the entrance to reception / ticket areaTo a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair usersTo the gift shopGood contrast between the floor and wallsLift equipped with raised floor numbers or braille numbers or lettersBaby changing facilitiesVisitor information available in large print (14pt and over)Hearing loop installed in public areasLevel access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteriaGood contrast between the floor and wallsSugar free (diabetic)Gluten free (coeliacs)Lactose free (dairy free)Additive freeVegetarianVeganSeating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchairHigh chairs for childrenChildren's menu Hearing loop systemSeating available for visitors with limited mobilityClear signageEffective lighting for visually impaired visitorsRoutes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobilityDisplays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children Audible alarm systemVisual alarm system
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