Sawley, Derbyshire
Coordinates: 52°52′34″N 1°17′49″W / 52.876000°N 1.297000°W / 52.876000; -1.297000
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| Population | 6,500 |
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| District | Erewash |
| Shire county | Derbyshire |
| Region | East Midlands |
| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | NOTTINGHAM |
| Postcode district | NG10 |
| Dialling code | 0115 |
| Police | Derbyshire |
| Fire | Derbyshire |
| Ambulance | East Midlands |
| EU Parliament | East Midlands |
| UK Parliament | Erewash |
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Sawley is a village and civil parish within the Borough of Erewash, in southeast Derbyshire, England. Around 6,500 people live in the parish. with a slightly higher than average number of people over 65.
Every year around the August Bank Holiday, Sawley All Saints holds a flower festival, with themed floral displays inside the church and a popular beer festival held in the village. There are several events throughout the year including a May Day festival, and an ever popular Garden Trail.
Sawley Marina is one of the most prominent features of the village, with access to the regions main waterways.
Read more about Sawley, Derbyshire: History, Notable Residents