DISCOVER

DERBY

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Heritage Trails   -   Countryside Walks   -   Wildlife Events   -   Places to Visit   -   Historical Information   -   Local Site Links   -   More Features to follow soon

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Derby Historical Notes

Derby Heritage Walk 1

Derby Heritage Walk 2

Derby Heritage Walk 3

Derby Wildlife Walks

Derby Pubs

Derby Pub Challenge

PLACES TO VISIT

Derby Cathedral

St Mary's Bridge Chapel

St John the Evangelist      NEW

St Bartholomew's Church     NEW

Derby Museums    

Kedleston Hall

Little Chester Heritage Centre    

EVENTS

Derby Events Calendar 2008

Derby Cathedral Events 2008

Let's go wild in Derby 2008 - Events

Derby at Christmas   

ENTERTAINMENT - WHAT'S ON

Quad/Metro Cinema    

Derby Ghost Walks   

PARKS

Derby Parks     

Derby Parks Challenge     

Allestree Park      

Alvaston Park      

Arboretum       

Chaddesden Park      

Darley Abbey Park      

Markeaton Park       

Normanton Park        

Riverside Gardens       

SHOPPING

Westfield Derby    

SUBURBS/WALKS

Allestree

Allestree Walk

Chellaston

Chellaston Walk

Darley Abbey

Darley Abbey Walk

Elvaston     

Elvaston Walk    

Findern     

Findern Walk    

Kedleston    

Kedleston Walk     

Little Chester      

Little Chester Walk     

Little Eaton         

Little Eaton Walk         

Littleover       NEW

Littleover Walk       NEW

Markeaton

Markeaton Walk

Mickleover

Mickleover Walk

Spondon

Spondon Walk

RIVER WALKS - New

Derby Derwent River Feature I

Derby Derwent River Walk I - Route

Derby Derwent River Feature II

Derby Derwent River Walk II - Route

Derby - Derwent River Feature III

Derby Derwent River Walk III - Route

 

DISCOVER DERBYSHIRE AND THE PEAK DISTRICT

 

This independent guide provides a wide range of features  with heritage trails and detailed countryside walks, through some of the most scenically attractive countryside in the UK. Click the link below to go to the website.

 

www.derbyshire-peakdistrict.co.uk

 

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WELCOME TO DERBY

An independent profile of a city surrounded by beautiful countryside, situated at the heart of Britain.

A city of considerable character, surrounded by attractive countryside. With the Peak District National Park, the second most visited National Park in the world, only a few miles to the north and the National Forest a short distance away to the south.

Located near the centre of the country, Derby has excellent communications and is well served by road, rail and air. The city lies at the junction of the main A6, A38 and A52 roads and junction 25 of the M1 is 15 minutes drive away. East Midlands Airport is an easy 12 miles drive to the south east of Derby.

Many new visitors are being attracted to Derby following the opening of the massive Westfield Retail Centre.

 

Guildhall Derby

The Silk Mill - Derby's Museum of Industry and History

Market Place

 

"Derby has a remarkably well-preserved stock of buildings, including many from the 18th century as well as from the previous century. Many have important historical associations, and several are outstanding..."

Derby Civic Society-2004.

 

EXPLORE DERBY

 

Three heritage trails round the city centre and another six visiting the suburbs of Allestree, Chellaston, Darley Abbey, Markeaton, Mickleover and Spondon, together with a large number of images combine to give you a real taste of city life. Six popular country walks enable you to enjoy the beautiful countryside round Derby.

 

There is so much to see and do round Derby - don't miss out!

 


WILDLIFE WALKS

 

Although a city, Derby still has the feel of a large market town and with plenty of open space, wonderful parks and the River Derwent running north to south through the city, it has been described as a 'city in the countryside'. A selection of walks and events are organised annually to help you to enjoy Derby's abundant wildlife.

 

Derby Wildlife Walks

 

GHOST WALKS

 

Choose a themed ghost walk and enjoy tales of intrigue and a few surprises en-route. If you really want to to be involved try a night vigil at Derby Gaol.

 

Derby Ghost Walks


PARKS

 

There are over 200 acres of parks and gardens to enjoy in Derby. The Arboretum, England's first public park has been recently restored.

 

 Derby Parks


MUSEUMS

 

Derby Museum and Art Gallery holds the world's largest collection of paintings by Joseph Wright. Derby's Museum of Industry and History is now a World Heritage Site. Pickford's House Museum portrays life as it was lived about 200 years ago.

 

Derby Museums

 


 

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SHOPPING

Derby is a great place for shopping. The centre is compact and pedestrian-friendly, there are a wide range of shops, from well known high street names to specialist retailers. 


MARKETS

Markets are held at the Eagle Centre and in the Market Hall from Monday to Saturday. Allenton Market operates on Fridays and Saturdays with a Flea/Craft Market on Tuesdays. Farmers' Markets are held on the third Thursday of the month. Cattle Market Car Boot Sales take place every Sunday.


ENTERTAINMENT

The Assembly Rooms has non-stop programme of concerts, shows and events. Shows and concerts are held at the Guildhall. Derby Playhouse  Numerous pubs and clubs also offer live entertainment.

The Metro Cinema now re-named and sited at the Quad, offers a culturally driven schedule of films. The Odeon and Showcase Multiplex cinemas, both operate on the outskirts of the city centre. A further Showcase cinema was opened at Westfield, in 2008.


WORLD HERITAGE SITE

The Silk Mill – Derby’s Museum of Industry and History - was the first factory in England where all the processes were carried out under one roof and utilising one source of power and is now a World Heritage site. It has been converted into a museum.

 


 

CITY CENTRE PUBS

 

The Dolphin Pub

 

Test your knowledge on Derby Pubs by having a go at the Pub Challenge, before viewing the profiles of 25 city centre pubs.

 

Derby Pubs

 

Derby Pub Challenge

 


INFORMATION AND ACCOMMODATION

As well as booking accommodation at Tourist Information Centres, you can book tickets for local theatres, festivals and events. Pick up leaflets, guidebooks, souvenirs and travel information. Find out about activities in the area and check the What's On Guide. For more information contact Derby's award winning Tourist Information Centre, Assembly Rooms, Market Place, Derby, DE1 3AH

Telephone: 01332 255802

Minicom: 01332 255803

Email: tourism@derby.gov.uk