This year Festé will leave the people of Derby in a spin on Friday 26 and Saturday 27 September. Expect an eclectic mix of street arts performers, dance, theatre, music and comedy, alongside the now traditional “wow… did that really just happen in Derby?” show. Read Blog

Visit Derby looks forward to a flurry of food and drink festivals in Derby, plus, a look at the new Derby Eating and Drinking Guide. Read Blog

What is the perfect food to eat with a pint of real ale? Crisps, peanuts, pork scratchings? Well stuff all that, we've pulled together a list of some PROPER food to scoff while you sip. Which one tickles your taste buds? Read Blog

Just how do beer and history go together? Well, beer is one of the oldest beverages created by man, and history is… well, old. And what better way to enjoy history than to visit somewhere stunning, then retire to the pub to sup while you discuss what you’ve just seen? Read Blog

Pale and hoppy? Dark and powerful? Light and fruity? Golden and smooth? What makes the perfect real ale? Read Blog

The Lonely Planet dubbed Derby "the best place to drink real ale in the world" and with good reason too! Derby has more beers on offer per population than anywhere else in Britain... Read Blog

Why is Derby so famous for its real ale and pub scene, not just in the surrounding areas but across the UK? Here are my EIGHT reasons why there is no better place for beer than Derby. Read Blog