Edensor was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, long before
Chatsworth was established. The
6th Duke of Devonshire rebuilt the village, incorporating a
variety of architectural styles. The
7th Duke rebuilt the church. A
number of Dukes of Devonshire are buried in the churchyard.
In the story... Born in 1835, Diana Woodforde has grown up in the village. Her mother died when she was four. The other village
women became her surrogate mother. Her father is one of the veteran gardeners at Chatsworth. Aboard Roland, she is the
unofficial chief inspector of estate operations and is the local darling. She has known Alan Sterling, the vicar's son, since early
childhood. As of 1854, she works as a housemaid in the Duke's home. Alan is a soldier. They become engaged just before Alan
leaves for the conflict that will turn into the Crimean War.
Edensor lane
