Whitwell

Whitwell ward lies in the northeastern part of the Bolsover district, bordering the county of South Yorkshire. The area is defined by its historical connection to coal mining, with the landscape still shaped by its industrial past. The settlement of Whitwell itself is the primary community, situated on a ridge with views across the surrounding countryside. Local geography includes areas of former pasture and woodland, with the parish extending towards Creswell Crags to the north.

The community retains a strong sense of its own identity, separate from larger nearby towns. Daily life centres around local shops, schools, and community facilities like the Whitwell Sports Centre. The area's mining heritage is visibly commemorated at the Markham Colliery Memorial Garden. A network of public footpaths, including routes along old railway lines, provides access to the rural edges of the ward, connecting residents to the broader countryside.