Eat & Drink
Dive into Derby’s vibrant food and drink scene, from cosy cafes and traditional pubs to award-winning restaurants and global flavours. Discover local tastes, warm hospitality, and dining experiences that satisfy every craving.
Featured Eat and Drink
The Spice Lounge offers a stimulating range of Bangladeshi and Southern Asian dishes with a creative twist to appeal to the western palate.
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Award-winning farm-made ice cream, shakes and sweet treats at Bluebell Dairy near Derby.
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Food & Drink Activities
Food & Drink Events
25
Jul
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Bustler on the Road at Duffield Eyes Meadow (July)
15
Aug
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FAB Food Fest Derby
02
May
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Bustler on the Road - Elvaston Castle (May)
28
May
Cream Tea with Kate Strasdin: Dressing the Queen - Part of Summer Derby Book Festival 2026
13
Jun
Derbyshire Biodiversity & Regenerative Food Festival
24
May
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Derby Farmers' Market
07
Jun
Evensong – Derby & Osnabrück Friendship Celebration
29
May
Cream Tea with Clare Hunter: Making Matters - Part of Summer Derby Book Festival 2026
12
Jun
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Craft Beer, Wines and Spirit Festivals
05
Jun
Mamma Mia: Immersive Dining
15
Aug
Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience
29
Aug
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Derbyshire Flower & Garden Show
01
Aug
Mamma Mia | Immersive Dining
09
May
Planes, Trains and Automobiles
13
Jun
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Bustler on the Road - Belper Rugby Club (June)
The benchmark for Ale Houses in England
Travel gurus at the Lonely Planet describe Derby as the "best place to drink real ale in the World" and the folks at CAMRA reckon there is more real ale choice in Derby than anywhere else. Hey, who are we to disagree?
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