Ideas & Inspiration
Explore Derby with our Ideas and Inspiration hub – packed with inspiring travel ideas, unique itineraries, must-see attractions, and local hidden gems. Whether you're after culture, food, family fun, or outdoor adventures, find everything you need to plan an unforgettable visit to Derby.
15 Reasons to Discover Derby
Derby is a great place for a city break and and great base for exploring the wider area including the stunning Peak District and Derbyshire countryside and attractions. Take a look at our 15 Reasons to Discover Derby.
Great for Groups
The Hotel at the Derby Conference Centre
The Spice Lounge
Bluebells
Moorways Sports Village & Water Park
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
The Derby Conference Centre
Derbion
Great Northern Classics
Derby Arena
Group Tour of Derby Museum and Art Gallery
Leonardo Hotel Derby
Bistrot Pierre
Holiday Inn Derby Riverlights
Café 42
Pickford's House
Introduction to Track Cycling at Derby Arena
Leonardo Hotel Derby
Great Northern Classics
Good Thai Derby
Group Tour of Pickford’s House
Holiday Inn Derby Riverlights
Nightingale Quarter
Houseboat
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Dog Friendly Derby
The best dog-friendly days out and places to stay in the Peak District and Derbyshire.
Sustainable Derby
Sustainability is more important than ever, even (or perhaps especially) when you’re travelling. Derby has plenty of sustainable activities and attractions to offer in and around the city.
Derby on a Budget
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Derbion
Moorways Sports Village & Water Park
The Hotel at the Derby Conference Centre
Cotels@The Millhouse Serviced Apartments
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
The Coffee House at Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Café 42
Houseboat
The River Kitchen
Great Northern Classics
Group Tour of Pickford’s House
Good Thai Derby
Derby Arena
Pickford's House
Bluebells Ice Cream Parlour
Ibis Budget Derby
The Elephant and Peacock
Lotus Indian Kitchen
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May
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Family-Friendly Craft Workshops
13
May
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Field to Fashion Exhibition
The Bridge Chapel
13
May
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Hope – Exhibition
14
Aug
The Craft & Making Summer Club – Discover the Collections: Unearthed
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