Repton Attractions
Repton (8mi/13km southwest of Derby; pop. 1,850) is noted for its public school, founded in 1557. The School Museum, housed in part of a 12th century Augustinian priory incorporated into the school buildings, contains interesting exhibits relating to the history of the village. St Wystan's Church has a Late Saxon crypt (10th century) with well-preserved Saxon architecture.
Foremark, England
(Near Repton)
Foremark Hall, a Palladian mansion in Foremark (2mi/3km east of Repton), was built in 1760. The 17th century St Savior's Church (Perpendicular exterior) is also noteworthy, having a three-tier pulpit and wrought-iron choir screens by Robert Bakewell.
Foremark Reservoir offers a wildlife habitat and abundant outdoor activities such as fishing, birdwatching, sailing and cycling.
Foremark Reservoir offers a wildlife habitat and abundant outdoor activities such as fishing, birdwatching, sailing and cycling.
