Derby
Derby is a growing city with a population of over 230,000.
Derby became a city in 1977 as part of the Queens Silver Jubilee celebrations, but as a town goes back a long way. It was given its name by the Danes, and eventually became known as Derby which means ‘place of the deer’. Famously Derby is the furthest south Bonnie Prince Charlie travelled in his attempt to overthrow the government in the 1700’s. Read more about Derby on Wikipedia.
If you’re not familiar with Derby, we thought we’d give you a brief introduction by showing you some of the places we love in the city. See it as a rough guide to Derby.
Some other useful website links
- Derby Cityscape Shows all of the new building projects planned across the city.
- Derby City Council The local city council website.
- Peak District National Parks Some of the most beautiful countryside in England.
Recommended in Derby
Arts
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Derby Industrial Museum
Derby Industrial Museum, also known as The Silk Mill
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The Quad - Cinema and Arts centre
The Quad is Derby’s brand new Cinema and Arts Centre.
Restaurants
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Pietro
Unassuming little Italian restaurant on Friargate.
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Le Bistro Pierre
Le Bistro Pierre is part of a small chain of affordable, fine dining French restaurants across the East Midlands.
Pubs
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The Greyhound
Historic Derby pub recently renovated by The Derby Brewing Company. A great modern pub with a roof garden and permanent outdoor BBQ that serves great local beers.
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Ye Olde Dolphin Inne
The oldest pub in Derby, dating back to 1530.
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The Brunswick
Located near the railway station, the Brunswick is a classic, beer appreciating pub and micro brewery.