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To complement the story of Swadlincote we recommend visiting the following places:

1. The Magic Attic
The Magic Attic is a fascinating Archive of Burton Mail newspapers, historical documents and over 20,000 photographs relating to Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Leicestershire, housed at Sharpe's Pottery Centre.

2. Sharpe's Pottery
Sharpe's is 19th century pottery, sensitively converted into a tranquil retreat for exploring local history and culture by day, enlivened by concerts in the kiln at night. Swadlincote Tourist Information Centre is also on site.

3. National Archives Domesday
The National Archives is the UK governments official archive. Their main duties are to preserve government records and to set standards in information management and re-use. You can buy a copy of the Swadlincote Domesday entry for £3.50.

4. Conkers
CONKERS, the award winning attraction at The Heart of the National Forest, a unique mix of indoor and outdoor experiences to keep you and your family engaged for hours.


5. Swadlincote Library
Swadlincote's local history collection is housed in its own room on the left of the entrance.
Here you will find a good reference collection of books covering the whole county with particular emphasis on South Derbyshire, Burton-on-Trent and the villages of North West Leicestershire.