Dronfield Wiki

Dronfield Wiki is a collaborative platform dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of Dronfield. From its famous landmarks and notable people to local events and businesses, this wiki serves as a comprehensive online repository for all things Dronfield.

Our goal is to celebrate the town’s heritage and make it accessible to everyone—especially younger generations— by presenting it in a familiar, online format. Explore, learn, and contribute to the stories that define our community!

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The Green Dragon

An old pub with an extraordinary history...

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• History
• Famous Landmarks
• Notable People
• Local Events
• Local Businesses
• Community Organisations

Categories

• Closed Establishments
• Educational Institutions
• Famous Landmarks
• Parks and Recreational Areas
• Pubs and Inns
• Religious Buildings

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Did You Know?

• Dronfield was first mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086.
• The town's name likely derives from "Dranefeld," meaning "open land of the drones (male bees)."
• The Dronfield Hall Barn is a historic building dating back to the 15th century.

How to Contribute

Help make this wiki a rich resource for everyone! Whether you’re a local resident or a visitor, you can:

• Add or improve articles about Dronfield.
• Upload historical photos or maps.
• Share your knowledge about the town.

Our goal is to develop a single, comprehensive online repository of Dronfield’s town history that anyone can access. This effort is to celebrate the town’s history and bring it to more people — especially young people — by publishing it online in a familiar format (Wikipedia-style).

Check out our guide on how to contribute to get started!