ATTRACTIONS NEAR DERBY
When you’ve explored Darley Abbey and Derby here are some other attractions in the area you might like to explore.
Derby River Boat
You can board the Derby Riverboat at Phoenix Green in Derby and set off on a 45 minute return trip up river to Darley Abbey. It has an electric lift to allow passengers in wheel chairs to use the boat. On the voyage, passengers will be able to listen to an audio commentary with facts about Derby’s fascinating history, and partake of on board refreshments.
For more information visit their website here
Royal Crown Derby Museum
The museum, which shares its historic premises with the Royal Crown Derby factory, is independently run by the Royal Crown Derby Museum Charitable Trust. It is the charity’s mission to:
Celebrate and share the stories and experiences associated with Royal Crown Derby to awaken curiosity, inspire creativity, encourage innovation, and to transform people’s relationships to ceramics.
Visit their website here to book your tickets for their museum tours
Kedleston Hall
An 18th Century mansion with Adam interiors, colonial history and vast parkland.
For more information visit their website here
Derby Gaol
The old “Derby Gaol” can be found under numbers 50 and 51 Friargate in Derby. It is said to be one of the most haunted spots in the country. The jail (“gaol” is an old-fashioned variant of the word) was used between 1756 and 1828 and was originally (it’s believed) two separate cell blocks – in fact, it’s thought the facilities could continue under neighbouring properties, too).
It is now a museum and much of the jail has been restored to its former condition.
Find out more about Derby Gaol and how to book guided tours and Ghost Walks here
Markeaton Park
Markeaton Park is Derby’s most visited park and is one of the most popular attractions in the East Midlands. It offers a place to escape from day to day living and city life and experience a little bit of countryside on Derby’s doorstep.
But behind the modern day park lays a fascinating history that is waiting to be discovered.
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Elvaston Castle Country Park has approximately 321 acres of open parkland, woodland and more formal historical gardens. There is also an information centre, shop, toilets and Wyatt’s Tea Rooms.
Visit Elvaston Castle Country Park website for more details here
