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Places to stay in Froggatt
The village of Froggatt is situated beneath the gritstone escarpment of Froggatt Edge, on the well wooded banks of the River Derwent, between the villages of Grindleford and Calver. The name Froggatt probably derives from the fact that there were originally 17 fresh water springs situated in the village, three of which can still be seen. Froggatt village was originally owned by the Duke of Rutland who 200 years ago, had 17 cottages built here by local stonemasons for local workers. There are still some of the original cottages still standing, several of which are now listed buildings. There have also been been quite afew new detached and expensive housing built in more recent times. The village has a quaint 17th century bridge, unusual in that it has 2 different shaped and sized arches.
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