Classic Quotes

"Derby is causing ripples... it's ongoing £2bn transformation highlights the potential of this lesser known city"
- Financial Times Weekend

 

 

"Derby combines the charm of traditional  architecture with modern facilities and an array of upmarket bars and eateries."

"Although it has city status, it doesn't feel like a big city; it's incredibly friendly and retains much of its original character" 
- Homes and Gardens 

 

"Derby has some of the finest beers Britain has to offer...raise a glass to the Real Ale capital of England"
- Hotline - Virgin Trains 

 

"...this old haunt of legendary Dick Turpin, is a perfect example of why you want to go pubbing in Derby rather than London"
- The Globe and Mail Toronto

 

"Derby is a city which is increasingly attractive as a short break destination" Anglophile
- Visit Britain

 

"A city to be proud of..."
- BMI Baby News

 

"Friar Gate is a lovely old street, breathing 18th century elegance"
- England On Sunday 

 

"Derby is the UK's most central city and the diversity of attractions, cultural venues, open parkland and shopping cannot fail to impress"
- www.euromax.com

 

"Kedleston (National Trust property , very close to Derby) is close to perfection"
- The Telegraph Weekend 

 

"Derby has a friendly compact city centre...with plenty of refreshment stops" 'The 50 Best...'
- The Independent Information Supplement