The village has 270 houses, 1271 inhabitants , one 4 Star English Tourist Board rated B&B, 3 pubs, a village shop, a village hall and plenty of good walking. The staff of Life is located in the heart of the village.
10 minutes walk from The Staff of Life are the history rich grounds of Calke Park, which is open to the public all year round and often holds concerts and other events.
Ticknall is well connected to the M1 motorway, Donnington Racing Circuit and East Midlands Airport and several local towns.