Chesterfield is a local government district and borough in Derbyshire, a historic market town famous for its crooked spire, positioned on the River Rother with a rich industrial heritage from coal mining, iron, and engineering. This urban district encompasses the town of Chesterfield and surrounding areas including Staveley, Brimington, and Hasland. The climate is typical of the English Midlands with mild temperatures, moderate rainfall, and typical central England conditions. Culturally, Chesterfield holds exceptional significance with its famous Crooked Spire (the twisted spire of St Mary and All Saints Church, one of England's most famous and unusual architectural features, twisted by 9 feet from true). The area preserves important heritage including the historic market place (one of the largest in England), the Stephenson Memorial Hall (home to the Chesterfield Museum and the Pomegranate Theatre), the remains of the Chesterfield Canal, and the town's industrial heritage including the Barrow Hill Roundhouse (the last surviving railway roundhouse in the UK, now a museum). Chesterfield's modern role as a commercial and retail centre includes the Vicar Lane shopping centre and the redeveloped Ravenside retail park. The town's market (held since medieval times) remains a vibrant centre of community life. The Chesterfield Canal (known locally as 'Cuckoo Dyke') offers walking, cycling, and boating while the surrounding countryside includes the beautiful Hardwick Hall (just outside the district) and the Peak District fringe. The borough's former mining communities retain strong traditions and identity while the town's excellent transport links (including M1 and mainline railway) support its role as a commuter base for Sheffield, Derby, and Nottingham. Chesterfield's famous football club (Chesterfield FC, the Spireites) commands passionate support while the town's cultural venues attract visitors. Boundary GIS data for Chesterfield Borough Council is available for download in GeoJSON and KML formats, essential for managing this historic town, preserving the unique Crooked Spire and market place heritage, supporting regeneration of former industrial areas, and maintaining Chesterfield's role as the commercial centre of North Derbyshire.

📍 Administrative boundary of chesterfield local authority district

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