Sturgess Field
Sturgess Field
History
The area Sturgess Field was at one time part of Markeaton Park. In 1930 the A38 was installed as the Derby ring road and at the same time ownership of the park was transferred from the Mundy family to Derbyshire County Council. The Sturgess School once occupied the site now owned by the University of Derby. The Sturgess Field woodland and meadow can be found on First Edition Ordnance Survey Maps.
Sturgess Field today
Today, Sturgess Field is enjoyed by locals all year round. In spring we find the wood anemone flowering, in summer the meadow shows red clover, lesser trefoil and goatsbeard, and in the winter months the Markeaton Brook and Mill Pond are the most prominent features.
Here at the University of Derby, we've recognised the wildlife and historical value of Sturgess Field and since 2008, with Derby City Council and WildDerby, have produced a habitat management plan for the site including Markeaton Brook. There are plenty of events and activities planned over the coming months and everyone is warmly welcomed to take part.
We want to work with the local community for the benefit of us all. We hope these events will develop our understanding and management of the ecology and wildlife on this special site: of its plants, its waterways - and the sport and relaxation that occurs here, too.
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