Set beside a tranquil lake with beautiful views and open green spaces, Shipley Lakeside offers the perfect peaceful setting for modern family life.
Family-first homes, thoughtfully designed with the way you live in mind. Selected homes feature open-plan kitchen and dining areas—ideal for reconnecting at the end of the day—while French doors open out onto generous gardens, perfect for summer barbecues and family get-togethers. With practical layouts, spacious interiors, and high-quality finishes throughout, these homes are built to support growing families at every stage.
Imagine this—a lakeside stroll after dinner, the kids exploring nature on your doorstep, and weekends spent walking through nearby woodlands or picnicking in the park. With everyday essentials just minutes away and green open spaces all around, life at Shipley Lakeside feels both connected and calm.
With award-winning build quality at its heart, this is family living made simple.
PART EXCHANGE & STAMP DUTY PAID WORTH £12,075 & LEGAL FEES PAID UP TO £2,000* & £10K TO SPEND YOUR WAY
Featured Home
Plot 88 The Tonbridge
4 Bedroom Detached Home
Looking for a brand new home with incredible waterside views? Get moving to this stunning home stress-free with Part Exchange available and enjoy your Stamp Duty paid worth £12,075 and Legal Fees paid up to £2,000 and £10k to spend your way.
Shipley Lakeside is ideally placed for family life, with a number of highly regarded schools nearby including Marlpool Infant and Nursery, Howitt Primary Community School, and Heanor Gate Spencer Academy. Positioned in between Ilkeston and Heanor, Shipley offers excellent amenities with a range of shops, pubs, and restaurants plus a selection of schools within easy reach of the development. It also benefits from great connectivity, with easy access to the M1 via Junction 25 (just 9.5 miles away), and straightforward links to both Nottingham and Derby by road or public transport—ideal for balancing work and home life with ease.
Shipley Country Park
Slack Lane Heanor DE75 7GX
Just over a mile away, this local beauty spot ensure you never have to travel far for a lovely family day out. The country park offers over twenty miles of footpaths and bridleways to explore on your doorstep. Enjoy gorgeous views across the reservoirs and explore the remains of Shipley Hall.
Bluebell Dairy
Locko Rd, Derby DE21 7AR
If you’re looking for fun for the whole family, then look no further than Bluebell Dairy. Families with younger children will appreciate the interactive animal park and play area, while the entire family can enjoy the cosy Tea Room, serving artisanal ice creams, cakes and savouries. The Dairy also hosts seasonal activities – the sheep racing is not to be missed.
Wollaton Hall and Deer Park
Wollaton Rd, Nottingham NG8 2AE
Venturing a little closer to Nottingham but still wonderfully accessible, the beautiful Wollaton Hall and Deer Park is a perfect day out for the family. The Hall offers an educational museum experience while the grounds is home to a pack of wandering deer. Keep an eye out for year-round events, including an outdoor summer cinema experience!
Derby Theatre
15, Theatre Walk, Derby DE1 2NF
In the heart of Derby, the Theatre is reimagining what regional theatre can be. First opened in 1975, the Theatre offers comedy experiences, a range of plays and musicals, plus an enchanting panto every year for the children. There’s something to suit everyone.
Derby Museum and Art Gallery
The Strand, Derby DE1 1BS
For an injection of history and culture, look no further than the city’s museum and art gallery. Founded back in the 1800s alongside the Derby Central Library, the museum hosts fascinating exhibits throughout the year, including history and fashion. Afterwards, unwind in the adjoining coffee house.