Great for Groups
Derby is an ideal destination and base for group visits to the city and the Peak District. Explore our new Derby Group Tours with great value attractions, shopping, and group-friendly places to stay and dine. Our tourism team is happy to help you plan your itinerary.
Derby Group Tours
Memorable Experiences
Introduction to Track Cycling at Derby Arena
FLO Skatepark
Afternoon Tea at Breadsall Priory
Eagle Bay Golf Sims
'Make Your Escape' Immersive Escape Room Experiences
Spa Treatments at Breadsall Priory
Pottery Classes with Kathryn Borg (Saturdays)
Craftcore - The City’s First Public Ceramic Studio
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Attractions
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill
Bluebells
Great Northern Classics
Pickford's House
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Heights of Abraham
National Tramway Museum
Alvaston Park
Derby QUAD & Cinema
Craftcore - The City’s First Public Ceramic Studio
Locko Park
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Markeaton Park
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Kedleston Hall
Midland Railway Study Centre
Darley Park
Derby Cathedral
Letterpress Workshops
Conkers at The National Forest
Alton Towers Resort
Chatsworth
Tours & Trails
Activities
Bluebells
Moorways Sports Village & Water Park
Introduction to Track Cycling at Derby Arena
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Derby Arena
White Peak Distillery
Hollywood Bowl Derby
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Take Aim Derby
Alter Rock Climbing Centre
Unescapable Escape Rooms
Eagle Bay Golf Sims
Make Your Escape
Kedleston Hall
Derby Wild Sauna
Pride Park Stadium
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
Derby Rugby Football Club
Craftcore - The City’s First Public Ceramic Studio
Oxygen Freejumping Derby
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Withers Gin School
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Top Events for 2026
25
Nov
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Bustler Derby Christmas Bookings
Whether it's the work Christmas social, a family get together or a big night out with the mates, we're ready to make your Christmas both…
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27
Nov
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Christmas Party Nights at the DCC are BACK! The build-up to Christmas is just as magical as the main event - begin your festive celebrating…
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04
Dec
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Mirror, mirror… Snow White returns in a dazzling festive panto - full of sparkle, slapstick and wickedly good fun.
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28
Nov
Christmas Lights Switch On & Festive Derby Opening
Join Festive Derby as Christmas lights switch on in the city centre with free entertainment & lantern parade!
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28
Nov
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Cathedral Quarter Ice Rink 2026
Bring the whole family to Cathedral Quarter Ice Rink this Christmas - festive fun on ice for all ages.
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03
Dec
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The Lost Boys: A Christmas Carol
Scrooge: A Christmas Dinner returns to The Old Bell Hotel - back by popular demand, a sell-out festive experience.
Platinum Partner
28
Oct
Handel and Bach: A Baroque Celebration
Come and experience the Orchestra of the East Midlands under the magnificent installation ‘Helios’.
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28
Nov
Come with your friends and family and join our annual Derby Lantern Parade, ahead of the city’s Christmas light switch on event.
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06
Nov
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Derby’s biggest fireworks display returns this November at The OurCoop County Ground.
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30
Oct
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Dracula's Bazaar: Halloween Edition
Step into the shadows this Halloween for a dark, decadent celebration of all things gothic at Dracula’s Bazaar.
Platinum Partner
19
Dec
After previous successful Derby shows, Love the 90s Festival is BACK this time at Ultrawarehouse with DJ Sash!, N-Trance, Artful Dodger &…
Platinum Partner
21
Nov
Garage Republic is coming to Derby this November! Huge headliners, 1 insane venue - you don't want to miss this!
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04
Oct
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Joseph Wright Rediscovered: Season Pass
As part of ‘The year of Joseph Wright’ Derby Museums invites you to a series of specially curated artist talks and lectures about the life…
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04
Dec
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Dracula’s Bazaar: Gothmas Edition
Step into a darker festive season at Dracula’s Bazaar: Gothmas Edition - Christmas meets the macabre.
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29
Oct
Our Spooktacular Halloween event returns for another year of FANGTASTIC fun!
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24
Oct
2026 marks Lara Croft’s 30th anniversary, with a new game on the way and a TV series in development.
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14
May
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Dracula Returns A.D.2027 - A Conference and Celebration
Step into the world of Dracula as Derby celebrates the 103rd anniversary of the historic stage debut that helped create the modern Count.
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04
Oct
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Eco river cruises along the Derwent – with onboard café, kids’ activities & David Suchet commentary.
Platinum Partner
07
Nov
Featuring 50 Piece Orchestra and Vocalists performing all your favourite 80s hits!
Platinum Partner
11
Oct
After performing his smash-hit show ‘Horizons’ to nearly half a million people across the world, Professor Brian Cox is back with his new…
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20
Oct
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A 7-metre sun model will light up Derby Cathedral this autumn, marking the start of its centenary celebrations.
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21
Nov
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award 2026
The Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Portrait Award celebrates the very best in contemporary portraiture and is one of the most important…
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01
Nov
Former World champion Gary Anderson and 2021 World Champion Gerwyn Price will co headline A Night at the Darts on 1 November 2026 at…
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Shopping
Eat & Drink
The Spice Lounge
Café 42
Houseboat
Good Thai Derby
The Engine Room
The River Kitchen
Bistrot Pierre
Bluebells Ice Cream Parlour
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
Lotus Indian Kitchen
The Elephant and Peacock
Cast Iron Bar & Grill
Factory Food Court
Exeter Arms
Pizza Express Irongate
Mount Everest
QUAD Bar & Lounge
The Flowerpot
Lorentes Spanish Tapas & Wine Bar
Derbion Food Terrace
The Spirit Run Distillery & Bar
The Old Silk Mill
MoonSha
The Royal Standard
Accommodation
The Hotel at the Derby Conference Centre
Leonardo Hotel Derby
Cotels@The Millhouse Serviced Apartments
Holiday Inn Derby Riverlights
Nightingale Quarter
Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
The Stay Company Derby Central
The Stay Company Friar Gate
The Stay Company Dalby House
Pride Apartments
Premier Inn Derby City Centre
Premier Inn Derby Riverlights
Sublime Stays
The Cow Dalbury
The Farmhouse at Mackworth
Derby Suite of Group Tours
Our 5 group tours, all are located in Derby city centre, close to Derby’s Coach Park and easy to walk to.
If you would like to enjoy two or more tours or have a larger group, we would be delighted to help you split the group and arrange your visit with the other venues.
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This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK government’s Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills. For more information, visit UK Shared Prosperity Fund: prospectus - GOV.UK
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