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This is a simple guide for new residents to the Parish of Findern for the key facilities that we have locally.

GP Surgeries for Findern & Highfields Residents
Findern and the new Highfields estate sit between Willington, Littleover, and Mickleover, so residents typically register with practices in those areas. The NHS allows you to register with any GP that covers your postcode in its catchment area.
Below are the closest and most commonly used practices.

1. Willington Surgery
The nearest GP for Findern residents.
• Well established village practice
• Usually accepts patients from Findern and parts of Highfields
• 01283 703318
• Kingfisher Ln, Willington, Derby, DE65 6QT
• Opening 8:00-6:30 Monday to Friday

2. Hollybrook Medical Centre (Littleover)
• A major practice serving Highfields and Littleover.
• Hollybrook Way, Littleover
• Large patient list
• Covers many new-build estates nearby
• 01332 523300
• Hollybrook Way, Littleover, Derby, DE23 3TX
• Opening 8:00-6:30 Monday to Thursday 9:00-6:30 Friday

3. Mickleover Surgery
• Often used by residents on the northern side of Highfields.
• Cavendish Way, Mickleover
• Accepts patients from surrounding areas
• 01332 519160
• 10 Cavendish Way, Mickleover, Derby, DE3 9BJ
• Opening 8:00-6:30 Monday to Friday

4. Mickleover Medical Centre
• Another Mickleover option, slightly further but still accessible.
• Vicarage Road, Mickleover
• 01332 519401
• Vicarage Rd, Mickleover, Derby, DE3 0H
• Opening 8:00-6:30 Monday to Friday, 9:00 0 12:00 Saturday

 

Vets Suitable for Findern & Highfields Residents
Below are the closest, most practical, and best rated veterinary options for your area.

1. Highfields Vets (Littleover)
• Extremely close for Highfields residents
• 5 star rating with strong reviews
• Modern, independent practice
• 01332 327287
• Unit B Tutbury Ave, Derby DE23 3AT

2. Beech Vets (Willington)
• Closest option for Findern residents
• Long established village practice
• Very convenient for quick visits
• 01283 704768
• 41 Beech Ave, Willington, Derby, DE65 6DB

3. Paw Print Veterinary Practice (Mickleover)
• Great option for Highfields residents on the Mickleover side
• Highly rated, friendly, independent
• Address: Station Road, Mickleover
• 01332 959480
• 197 Station Rd, Mickleover, Derby, DE3 9FG

Larger Veterinary Centres (Derby)
These are useful for more complex cases, diagnostics, or 24 hour care.

4. Scarsdale Vets – Pride Park (24/7)
• Full hospital facilities
• Emergency care
• Open 24 hours
• 01332 678333
• Riverside Rd, Derby, DE24 8HX

5. Pets at Home Kingsway
• What they offer:
• Full pet shop range
• Often includes a Groom Room
• Good for quick access from Findern/Highfields
• 0345 850 9622
• 2, Kingsway Retail Park, Kingsway, Derby DE22 3FA

Hairdressers in Findern (walking distance for many)
These two are right on The Green in the centre of the village:

1. Twenty Two Hair & Beauty
• Address: 22 The Green, Findern DE65 6AA
• Open 9:15 – 6pm Closed Monday
• Friendly, modern, village style salon

2. Picasso Hair Studio
• Opening hours vary – Closed Sunday/Monday
• 01283 702175
• 3a The Green, Findern, Derby, DE65 6AA

Hairdressers in Highfields / Littleover (closest to Highfields estate)

These salons are all within a short drive (5–10 minutes) from Highfields:

3. Cream Hair & Beauty Salon
• Stylish, modern, well reviewed
• 01332 239685
• 26 Highfield Rd, Littleover, Derby, DE23 1DG

4. Emma’s Salon
• Small, friendly, boutique feel
• 01332 239685
• 26 Highfield Rd, Littleover, Derby, DE23 1DG

5. The Rouge Studio
• Trendy, great for colour work
• 01332 512319
• 86 Haven Baulk Ln, Littleover, Derby, DE23 4AE

 

Pubs & Bars Near Findern and Highfields, Derby
Pubs Closest to Highfields (Littleover)

The Lodge Bar & Dining – Littleover Lodge
• Smart bar/restaurant in a converted farm complex
• Good food, relaxed atmosphere
• 01332 510161
• 222 Rykneld Rd, Derby, DE23 4AN

The Hollybrook (Ember Inns)
• Family friendly, big menu, cask ales
• Very close to Highfields
• 01332 518590
• Hollybrook Way, Rykneld Rd, Derby, DE23 3TZ

Half Moon – Littleover
• Rating: 4.4
• Lively, traditional pub
• Open late Closes 1 am
• 01332 613559
• Half Moon Inn, 534 Burton Rd, Littleover, Derby DE23 6FN

Pubs & Bars Closest to Findern

Lagan Bar & Restaurant – Findern
• Bar with Indian Tapas
• 01283 701333
• 130 Heath Ln, Findern, Derby DE65 6AR

Rising Sun – Willington
• One of the highest rated pubs in the area
• Classic village pub
• 01283 346418
• 1 The Grn, Willington, Derby, DE65 6BP

The Dragon – Willington
• Popular canalside pub with a great outdoor area
• 01283 704795
• 11 The Grn, Willington, Derby, DE65 6BP

The Green Man – Willington
• Smart pub with global cuisine
• 01283 702377
• 1 Canal Bridge, Willington, Derby, DE65 6BQ

Cherry Tree Farm – Etwall Road
• Large family friendly pub, big carvery
• Cherry Tree Farm – Farmhouse Inns
• 01283 701785
• Etwall Rd, Derby, DE65 6DX

The Bubble Inn – Stenson (Closed until early summer 2026)
• Stylish pub/restaurant with outdoor seating
• 01283 703113
• Stenson, Derby, DE73 7HL

 

Funeral Directors in Findern (right in the village)

1. Murray’s Funeral Directors – Findern
• Open 24 hours
• Highly respected, family run
• 01332 425022
• 25 Main St, Findern, Derby, DE65 6AG

2. Fenix Funeral
• Funeral home offering arranged services
• Open until 6pm
• Address: Longlands Lane, Findern
• 0808 196 3430
• 59 Longlands Ln, Findern, Derby, DE65 6AH

3. Wathall’s – Littleover
• Rating: 5 (9 reviews)
• Open 24 hours
• Long established Derby funeral directors
• 01332 974221
• 556 Burton Rd, Littleover, Derby, DE23 6FP

4. Central Co op Funeral – Littleover
• Open 24 hours
• Trusted, community based funeral home
• Address: Southview, Littleover
• 01332 332302
• 3-5, Southview, Littleover, Derby DE23 6FP

5. A.W. Lymn – Littleover
• Family run, very experienced
• 01332 913112
• Meek House, 521 Burton Rd, Littleover, Derby DE23 6FT