| Introduction: | | | | wide range of wildlife habitats. A Nature Trail follows |
| Derby holds a great appeal for those visitors in | | | | an easy, reasonably flat route around the lower part |
| search of unspoilt tradition and character. In the | | | | of the Park and the lake shore. The trail is just over |
| shadow of the ornate Cathedral tower lies a great | | | | 1.5 miles long and should take about an hour and a |
| multi-cultural city bursting with a wealth of | | | | half to complete. |
| entertainment venues, attractions, parks and shops. | | | | Food & Drink: |
| Derby is perfect for those in search of a short | | | | Derby offers an excellent choice of restaurants |
| break, whatever their needs. | | | | where you can savour traditional and worldwide |
| Places of interest: | | | | cuisine to suit any palate and wallet. There is also a |
| Derby is a busy industrial city, home of the famous | | | | multitude of modern cafes and bars, many hosting |
| Royal Crown Derby Porcelain. Derby sits on the west | | | | live evening entertainment. |
| bank of the River Derwent, close to its meeting with | | | | Famous for being the 'real ale' capital of the UK as |
| the River Trent. Located in the beautiful rolling | | | | the city is home to a great selection of traditional |
| countryside of Derbyshire, it is an ideal base for | | | | pubs, together with the annual summer and winter |
| touring the area, exploring the Derbyshire Dales and | | | | Beer Festivals at the Assembly Rooms. |
| the Peak District National Park. | | | | White Derby occupies a prime position in Old |
| Derby Cathedral - The Medieval Tower is the second | | | | Blacksmiths Yard. White has revolutionised Derby's |
| highest in England at 212 feet; its bells are rung | | | | restaurant scene overnight with its unique mix of |
| regularly and are the oldest ring of ten bells in the | | | | exquisite food and drink, sumptuous interior design |
| world. James Gibbs designed the superb early 18th | | | | and exemplary service. White is a truly unique |
| century classical gold and white nave. Features include | | | | experience. |
| the wrought iron screen by Robert Bakewell, Bess of | | | | Lamp and Seam is located in the New Bath Hotel is |
| Hardwick's elaborate memorial and St. Katherine's | | | | popular with local business men and women and |
| Chapel. | | | | tourists alike. The Lamp and Seam offers French |
| Derby Museum and Art Gallery - The Museum, which | | | | English traditional cuisine in a charming setting. Service |
| has a gallery dedicated to the craft of ceramics, also | | | | is friendly and efficient. |
| features on Natural History, Egyptian Mummies and | | | | The Paddock is a friendly pub located on the |
| Military history. In the town's history section you will | | | | outskirts of Derby, where you can find good food, |
| see the Bonny Prince Charlie Room, with wood | | | | drink and conversation. Traditional pub food is served |
| panelling taken from Exeter House where the Prince | | | | from a main menu, and special boards offer |
| stayed in 1745. The Art Gallery has a collection on | | | | homemade and favourite dishes. |
| the work of the local artist Joseph Wright. | | | | Bennetts Ltd is a traditional style coffee shop in an |
| Pickford's House - This is one of Derby's fine | | | | elegant setting, with large tables and comfortable |
| Georgian Town Houses, built in 1770 by local designer | | | | padded armchairs. A varied menu is available including |
| Joseph Pickford. In the beautifully decorated rooms, | | | | toast, teacakes, scones, cakes, sandwiches, salads, |
| you will find scenes of Georgian domestic life and | | | | hot and cold meals and snacks. Freshly ground coffee |
| historic costume displays. | | | | and specialty teas are available all day. |
| Derby Heritage Centre - This quaint timber-framed | | | | Mediterranea occupies part of an older building on |
| building is home to a wealth of historical local | | | | Friar Gate and offers a relaxed and friendly |
| information, including photographic displays and books. | | | | atmosphere in modern casual surroundings. The food |
| Derby Industrial Museum - Situated in the first | | | | is based on the cuisines of the Mediterranean, North |
| factory building in England, an 18th century Silk Mill. | | | | African and Middle Eastern. |
| Here you can learn about the history of railways, coal | | | | Hotels & Accommodation: |
| mines and Rolls-Royce aero engines. There is also a | | | | The city of Derby has a wide range of hotels and |
| variety of changing exhibitions. | | | | quality assured guest houses. As Derby is a base for |
| Things to do: | | | | tourists and business people accommodation is |
| Derby not only offers all the activities associated | | | | available all the year round. Prices can be found that |
| with a large city but those associated with living in | | | | are suitable for any kind of budget suitable. |
| rural England. You can shop till you drop, or enjoy the | | | | International Hotel |
| local countryside and historic monuments. Tourist | | | | Express by Holiday Inn Derby |
| routes are available to enable you to make the most | | | | Menzies Mickleover Court Hotel |
| of any walk or cycle tour you wish to take. | | | | Derby East Premier Travel Inn |
| Shop in a traditional department store established in | | | | The Priest House on the River |
| 1864, or one of the well known High Street names in | | | | Kegworth Whitehouse Hotel East Midlands Airport |
| the modern indoor shopping centre, explore the | | | | Yew Lodge Hotel - Best Western |
| Victorian Market hall, and the colourful crafters | | | | Express by Holiday Inn Nottingham East Midlands Ai |
| market. | | | | European Inn |
| Eat in one of the speciality restaurants, coffee or tea | | | | The Stuart Hotel |
| shops Derby has to offer. Evening entertainment in | | | | Days Hotel Derby |
| the city can vary from a visit to one of the cinemas | | | | Best Western Midland Hotel |
| or theatres, to live music in one of the many wine | | | | DAYS INN HOTEL DONINGTON(Derby South) |
| bars and clubs. | | | | Swallow Hotel Derby |
| Take the Kedleston Lanes cycle route that starts | | | | Entertainment |
| and finishes in the Riverside Gardens by the Council | | | | The Assembly Rooms is Derby's leading |
| House in Derby. The route takes you through the | | | | entertainment venue, located on the Market Place in |
| lanes north-west of Derby and visits the villages of | | | | the centre of Derby. A programme of Arts and |
| Kirk Langley, Weston Underwood and Quarndon. | | | | Entertainment, including an orchestral season, |
| Unfortunately this route is not suitable for young | | | | comedy, rock and pop events and family |
| families or inexperienced riders. | | | | entertainment can be found there. |
| Discover the beauty and heritage of Derbyshire's | | | | The Guildhall Theatre, also located on the Market |
| River Derwent by following the Derwent Valley | | | | Place, provides a blend of professional touring theatre |
| Heritage Way. The total distance is 55 miles but it | | | | and music events. It also offers a venue for many |
| can be taken as a long distance walk or as a series | | | | amateur productions and is perfect for small |
| of shorter walks. The Derwent Valley Heritage Way | | | | meetings and exhibitions. |
| has been way-marked using small yellow and purple | | | | The whole city of Derby has something to offer |
| disks. | | | | whatever style of break you prefer. Entertainment, |
| Allestree Park dates from the end of the 18th | | | | historic homes, parks and good food is on offer. |
| Century when the present Hall was built. The park is | | | | There is something and everything for every visitor |
| preserved as a Local Nature Reserve because of its | | | | regardless of age or budget. |