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Derby (/ ˈ d ɑːr b i / ⓘ DAR-bee) is a city and unitary authority area on the River Derwent in Derbyshire, England. Derbyshire is named after Derby, which was its original county town . As a unitary authority, Derby is administratively independent from Derbyshire County Council .
Welcome to Derby. A friendly city in heart of the England, home to a vibrant cultural scene, diverse restaurants, sustainable living and a fascinating history – all within walking distance. Adventure is never far away, with wide open spaces and magical dales and peak district waiting to be explored. Events calendar.
Visit Derby offers a wide selection of things to see and do. Embark on a remarkable journey through Derby's vibrant tapestry of bookable experiences, captivating attractions, thrilling activities, mesmerising entertainment, enriching arts and culture, and irresistible shopping delights.
- Derby Museum and Art Gallery
- Pickford’s House Museum
- Derby Cathedral
- Markeaton Park
- Darley Park
- Royal Crown Derby Visitor Centre
- Derwent River
- Calke Abbey
- Kedleston Hall
- Derby Gaol
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This multifaceted museum goes into Derby’s natural history, geology, military history and archaeology. But what makes it unmissable is the art gallery and collection of paintings by Joseph Wright of Derby. An Enlightenment figure, Wright is celebrated for his mastery of chiaroscuro and for crystallising the atmosphere of the Industrial Revolution i...
The most graceful of all of Derby’s Georgian townhouses was built in 1770 by the architect Joseph Pickford, as both a family home and a showcase for his talents. Since 1988 this Grade I listed house has been a museum, with rooms preserved from different periods over the last 250 years. You can admire the finery of the Pickford family bedroom and dr...
For most of its life Derby Cathedral has been known as All Saints Church, and only became a cathedral when the Diocese of Derby was formed in 1927. The building goes back to the 16th century, but its nave and chancel were reconfigured in the first decades of the 18th century. The oldest part of the building is the Perpendicular Gothic tower, 65 met...
More than a million people a year come to Derby’s Markeaton Park, in 207 acres on the site of a former estate. The 18th-century Georgian hall was demolished after the war, but the orangery remains and houses a cafe with a pretty view of the formal gardens. What brings so many people to Markeaton Park is the huge range of activities and facilities o...
Head up the Derwent from the centre of Derby and you’ll arrive at Darley Park, 80 acres of rolling fields and forest on both banks of the river. The park is on the edge of Darley Abbey, an 18th-century mill village part of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site and now a northern suburb of Derby. Darley Park was opened to the public in 1921 o...
One of the two oldest surviving fine porcelain manufacturers in England, Royal Crown Derby was founded around 1750 by a Huguenot immigrant from Saxony. Originally known simply as “Derby”, the brand was permitted to carry the royal crown backstamp in 1773 by George III and from then on gained the title “Crown Derby”. There’s a lot to get up to at th...
When you’re down on the west bank of the Derwent in Derby, it can be hard to believe you’re still in a city. Such is the abundance of parks and foliage on the river, and the lack of intrusive high-rise buildings. There’s a two mile trail that you can walk, starting in the north at St Mary’s Bridge, looping around the Bass Recreation Ground in the e...
This country estate outside Ticknall gets its name from a former 12th-century Augustinian priory, which was on the site but dissolved by Henry VIII in the 16th century. The Baroque house and its various outbuildings are from the start of the 18th century, and for nearly 300 years until 1985 Calke abbey would remain with the Harpur Family. When the ...
A Palladian masterpiece, Kedleston Hall was designed in the 1760s by Robert Adam at the start of his illustrious career, and is the seat of the Curzon family. The Curzons have Norman origins and have been based at Kedleston since the middle of the 17th century. Not intended as a family home, the hall’s stupendous central block was constructed for S...
Once one of five gaols in Derby, the prison on Friargate, a few doors down from the Pickford House Museum, has been turned into a museum that opens on Saturdays. Many people were hanged in this building in the 18th and 19th centuries, and the museum has contemporary accounts of these executions, replica gallows and preserved cells. There are some f...
Discover the history, culture and nature of Derby, a city with a rich industrial heritage and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore museums, cathedrals, parks, gardens and more in this travel guide by locals and experts.
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Jan 1, 2023 · Derby is often referred to as the UK's most haunted city. Prepare to be captivated by the chilling tales and mysterious history of haunted Derby. From haunted walking tours to spine-chilling overnight vigils, Derby offers a unique opportunity to delve into the supernatural realm.
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Steeped in history and surrounded by picturesque landscapes, Derby effortlessly blends the old with the new, offering visitors a delightful mix of tradition and modernity. Begin your exploration at the iconic Derby Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture dating back to the 10th century.
