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The World’s Best Chips? At The Exeter Arms. Traditional Deep-Filled Bakewell Tart from Jack Rabbits.
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Heights of Abraham - Cable cars, caverns and adventures Gulliver’s Kingdom - Childrens’ theme park Peak District National Park - A natural haven for walkers, cyclists and climbers
University of Derby 1.5 miles
GREAT PLACE, GREAT BASE
To A38 Chest and Chatswort
To A6 Matlock
Bakewell village (and pudding!) - traditional Derbyshire charm
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Chatsworth House - Photography by Chatsworth House Trust
Chatsworth - the Palace of the Peaks.
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YOU WON’T GO HUNGRY OR THIRSTY IN DERBY. The city is sizzling with worldwide cuisine, top restaurants, cosy cafés, delicious delis, real ale pubs, cocktail barsthe options are endless.
Derby Pyclets - Choose your topping at the Pyclet Parlour - Guildhall Market.
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Derby, proud to be a Purple Flag city...
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Derby is a GREAT BASE... to stay and enjoy day trips to the many attractions on our doorstep.
Lunch at the Silk Mill Ale & Cider House - Photography by VisitEngland/Diana Jarvis
DERBY
The best place to drink real ale in the world!
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Derby is a GREAT PLACE for a CITY BREAK.
GREAT PLACE
Festivals, free museums, pubs and micro-breweries aplenty, ghosts galore, including undercover shopping at intu Derby and high street brands in St Peters Quarter and a host of theatre, concert venues and silver screens. If sport is your bag, Derby is also a haven for cyclists, footie & cricket fans.
FILL IN THE FORM BELOW FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN A TWO-NIGHT WEEKEND BREAK IN DERBY. 1. What do you plan to do if / when you visit Derby? Multiple choice, choose any. Shopping Sport Education
Nightlife Culture Food and Drink Business Visiting friends and relatives An event or festival To visit the wider area
2. If planning a visit with an overnight stay, how many nights will you be staying? Insert number: 3. What is the first half (three or four digits) of your home postcode? Non-UK residents please specify your home country:
DON’T MISS... The Cathedral Quarter - boutique shopping and café society.
4. Did you use any other information to plan your visit to Derby? Multiple choice, choose any.
Railway heritage at Derby Roundhouse.
Tourist Information Centre
Cultural venues including Derby Theatre, QUAD - Cinema & Gallery and Déda - dance-focused arts.
www.visitderby.co.uk
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Royal Crown Derby china, factory tours and Visitor Centre.
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5. Have you visited Derby before?
The work of world-renowned artist, Joseph Wright.
Lonely Planet Guide
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I was astounded by the creativity thriving throughout Derby, and today I’d happily champion the city as a worthy weekend break. Lottie Gross, The Rough Guide
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Please return your completed form to our free post address by 31st March 2016. Derby Tourism, Derby City Council, FREEPOST MID24 259, Derby, DE1 2BR.
Derby Guildhall - Photography by Matt Jones
Now shop online intu.co.uk/derby
FESTIVALS
EVENTS
THROUGHOUT THE YEAR Derby packs a punch with cultural activities, festivals and events. Save the date for an unmissable line-up.
DERBY, A CITY WITH LOTS TO OFFER...
Discover a centre filled with over 180 places to eat, drink and shop right in the heart of Derby. You’ll find all your favourite stores as well as our fabulous Showcase Cinema de Lux. There’s great fun to be had. Find out more at intu.co.uk/derby
A selection of the events taking place at some of our GREAT VENUES.
Derby Film Festival 1 - 10 May 2015
Come back to these city-wide events year after year... Derby Book Festival 31 May - 7 June 2015 A real page-turner across the city. ‘Are you sitting comfortably?’
Derby Arena
The Best Real Ale Houses
A City for Cycling
The Lonely Planet described Derby as “the best place to drink Real Ale in the world!” Enjoy lovingly hand-crafted beers with amazing food in some great (and often surprising!) British pubs. Make the most of your visit using the Derby Real Ale Trail, ‘Be a Brewer for the day’ or take a Real Ale tour to some of the city’s micro-breweries.
Newly-opened Derby Arena boasts a 250-metre velodrome. The track will be used for events and competitions, and for people of all levels of experience to enjoy. The city also offers cycle-friendly accommodation, secure bike parking, bike servicing, local cycle routes and central access to the exciting cycling offer in Derbyshire and the Peak District.
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Silk Mill Ale & Cider House Photography by VisitEngland/Diana Jarvis
Derby Comedy Festival 3 - 12 July 2015 Laugh your socks off! Headline act, Jimmy Carr. Derby Festé 25 - 26 September 2015 City-wide street festival fun. ‘Spectacular!’ Derby Folk Festival
Derby City Centre - Photography by VisitEngland/Diana Jarvis
Your destination for fashion, film, food and more.
MORE GREAT EVENTS FOR 2015/16...
2 - 4 October 2015 Foot-tappingly contagious at key city venues. ‘Are you dancin’?’
Screenings, panels, previews and more at Derby QUAD. ‘And, action!’
Summer Nights Film Festival July - August 2015
Jenson Button Trust Triathlon 12 July 2015
Join Jenson as he takes part in this fundraising event starting at Markeaton Park, Derby.
2015 Ashes Tour
Classic and contemporary films screened in beautiful heritage locations including Kedleston Hall, Calke Abbey and Hardwick Hall. To be booked at QUAD.
The Bell & Co tourist fixture.
The Grand Tour
Darley Park Concert
Wright Revealed: Uncovering two lost paintings by Joseph Wright.
6 September 2015
4 July - 6 September 2015
Part of the Grand Tour season across the East Midlands. At the Museum and Art Gallery.
CAMRA Summer Beer Festival 8 - 12 July 2015
Ale’s well in the Market Place. ‘Cheers!’
23 - 25 July 2015
Derbyshire County Cricket Club v Australia, The 3aaa County Ground.
Outdoors and free fireworks finale. ‘Fabulous!’
National Winter Ales Festival 17 - 20 February 2016 Roll out the barrel at Derby Roundhouse. ‘Cheers!’
FORMAT off-year Exhibitions & Events
March - May 2016
Derby Festé is one of the most exciting UK festivals for outdoor performance. The Guardian Summer Nights Film Festival at Calke Abbey Photography by Graham Lucas Commons
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DERBY - AN ILLUSTRATED MAP
To A6 Matlock
To A38 Chesterfield and Chatsworth House
University of Derby 1.5 miles
Visit Derby Tourist Information Centre & don’t miss a thing during your stay. • Events, attraction and tours tickets • Accommodation bookings • Luggage storage
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To book online or to find more places to stay, go to:
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* Tours available at The Roundhouse, Council House and Derby Arena. Details at www.visitderby.co.uk/ derbytours Please telephone 01332 643411 to book.
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Derby, a GREAT BASE to stay Key
Hotels
Guest Houses
CATHEDRAL QUARTER HOTEL | AA HHHH
HALLMARK INN DERBY | AA HHH
BONEHILL FARM | VISIT BRITAIN HHH
THE COACH HOUSE
Etwall Road, Mickleover, Derby, DE3 0DN 01332 513553 | www.bonehillfarm.co.uk | 3 rooms
185a Duffield Road, Derby, DE22 1JB | 01332 551795 www.coachhousederbyaccommodation.co.uk | 4 rooms
Menzies Derby Mickleover Court hotel offers a superb range of facilities for both business and leisure guests. The hotel, near Alton Towers, is situated on the outskirts of Derby Centre. B&B from £75 per night.
Welcome to our peaceful Georgian farmhouse on a working farm in the heart of the countryside just 4 miles from Derby city centre. Many National Trust properties within easy reach. B&B from £30 - £35 per person per night.
A family run B&B in leafy Darley Abbey, close to the University of Derby and UNESCO World Heritage Site. B&B from £32 - £45 per person per night.
MORLEY HAYES HOTEL | AA HHHH
CHUCKLES GUEST HOUSE | VISIT BRITAIN HHH
THE FLOWERPOT, DERBY
HOLIDAY INN DERBY RIVERLIGHTS | AA HHHH
MENZIES MICKLEOVER COURT HOTEL
Morledge, Derby, DE1 2AY | 01332 412644 www.holidayinn.com/derbyriver | 105 rooms
AA HHHH | Etwall Road, Mickleover, Derby, DE3 0XX 01332 521234 | www.menzieshotels.co.uk | 99 rooms
A modern and contemporary hotel in a city centre location; perfect to explore all that Derbyshire has to offer. Standard & Executive rooms, mini Gym and a fantastic Restaurant with views of the city. B&B from £35 per person per night (two sharing).
HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS, PRIDE PARK
16 St. Mary’s Gate, Derby, DE1 3JR | 01332 546080 www.cathedralquarterhotel.com | 38 rooms
Midland Road, Derby, DE1 2SQ | 01332 292000 www.hallmarkhotels.co.uk | 87 rooms
AA Te BUDGET | Wheelwright Way, Derby, DE24 8HK 0871 902 1607 | www.expressderby.co.uk | 103 rooms
This superb boutique hotel has been expertly converted to become one of the finest in Derby with stunning original features, cocktail bar, spa and an award-winning restaurant. B&B from £60 - £200 per room per night.
A modern 3 star hotel, offering quality accommodation with a superb location adjacent to Derby Train Station. Guest facilities include the relaxing lounge bar, FREE Wi-Fi and FREE car parking. B&B from £49 per room per night
Located within walking distance of Derby city centre, combining great facilities and a friendly welcome at competitive prices. All rooms feature air conditioning, LCD TVs, en-suites with power shower and free Wi-Fi. B&B from £49 per room per night.
A luxury hotel with 32 bedrooms, suite and Penthouse. All air conditioned with stunning views overlooking our golf course. Award-winning restaurant, traditional bar food, function and meeting rooms. B&B from £89 - £138 per person per night.
The only B&B in Derby with the coveted VisitEngland Breakfast award* and VisitEngland 3H Silver accolade. A relaxed, homely and stylish atmosphere. Comfortable beds and excellent modern showers. Located in the city centre, perfect for tourists and business visits. Free Wi-Fi. B&B from £33 per person per night. *correct at time of going to press
1st and 2nd floor accommodation, light and airy single, double and twin rooms, all with en-suite, tea and coffee, free Wi-Fi and flat screen TV with Freeview. In the heart of Derby city centre with real ale and real music. B&B from £40 per night.
HALLMARK HOTEL DERBY | AA HHHH
HAMPTON BY HILTON | AA HHH
JURYS INN DERBY | VISIT BRITAIN HHH
KEDLESTON VIEW B&B
THORNHILL LODGE
King Street, Derby, DE1 3DB | 01332 621000 www.jurysinn.com | 213 rooms
SMART ASTON COURT HOTEL | AA HHH
Riverside Walk, Morledge, Derby, DE1 2BB | 117 rooms 01332 412600 | hamptoninn.hilton.co.uk/derbycitycentre
576 Kedleston Road, Allestree, Derby, DE22 2NH 01332 559246 | www.kedlestonview.co.uk | 2 rooms
Thornhill Road, Derby, DE22 3LX | 01332 345318 www.thornhill-lodge.com | 9 rooms
The Hampton by Hilton puts the cosmopolitan life right at your doorstep, yet allows easy access to the breathtaking Derbyshire countryside. Bar, snack shop and gym on site 24 hours. B&B from £29.50 per person per night.
Renowned for excellent service and commitment to quality, this exceptional city centre hotel offers wellappointed double, twin and family bedrooms, Dry Gym facilities and Costa Coffee. B&B from £49 - £115 per room per night.
Ideally located just a short walk from the city centre opposite Derby Railway Station. Offering ample free car parking and free Wi-Fi throughout. A warm and friendly welcome awaits you. B&B from £30 per person per night (two sharing).
Kedleston View is situated in a quiet location overlooking Kedleston Hall Estate. We offer luxury accommodation with a relaxed home feel and are conveniently located for the city centre. B&B from £35 - £45 per person per night.
A scrumptious home-baked rock cake welcomes you to this award-winning guest house. Quiet area, one mile from central Derby. Luxurious spacious en-suite rooms. Wi-Fi, guest kitchen and car park. Trip Advisor recommended. B&B £44 single en-suite.
Midland Road, Derby, DE1 2SQ | 01332 345894 www.hallmarkhotels.co.uk | 102 rooms
A contemporary hotel located in the heart of Derby, on the edge of the Peak District. Easily accessible from the A38 and M1 motorway and opposite Derby Train Station. Free on-site car parking and free Wi-Fi. B&B from £85 per room per night
Main Road, Morley, Derbyshire, DE7 6DG 01332 780480 | www.morleyhayes.com | 32 rooms
Midland Road, Derby, DE1 2SL | 01332 342716 www.astoncourthotelderby.com | 55 rooms
All information correct at time of going to print. Please check all details before travelling. (May 2015) Whilst every care has been taken to ensure the accuracy of this leaflet, Derby City Council and Marketing Derby cannot accept responsibility for any errors or omissions which may have occurred.
48 Crompton Street, Derby, DE1 1NX | 01332 367193 www.chucklesguesthouse.co.uk | 5 rooms
23-25 King Street, Derby, DE1 3DZ 07707 312095 | www.flowerpotderby.co.uk