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Follow the Made in Derby trail to discover the people who have played a part in putting Derby on the world map.
Made in Derby is a trail of mosaic and cast iron plaques celebrating the the lives of people who have had a huge impact on the city and who have helped Derby to make it's mark on the world. Each plaque can be brought to life via augmented reality, by using the "Made in Derby" app on your smart phone.
The first ten Derby stars to have their names etched into the Hollywood celebrity style, cast iron plaques are;
The Stars can be found on Albion Street and Exchange Street in Derby, the route between the Market Hall and intu, for more information see the Made in Derby Map.
Each star named has been nominated by the people of Derby. Whilst over 80 names were put forward, the final selection was based on the merits of each candidate and their role in developing Derby. The eight stars named are just the start of the project. Watch the Derby story unfold with a trail of significant people and places.
The Made in Derby plaques feature a design celebrating aspects of the city’s heritage that have had an impact around the world: from the creation of Lara Croft to the iconic time-pieces of Smith’s Clocks. The city mascot, The Derby Ram, makes an appearance alongside the trains, planes and automobiles that contribute in such a large way to the city’s economy. Continuing a tradition of craftsmanship that emerged in the industrial revolution, the plaques have been cast at local foundry Manor Foundry.
From the world’s first factory to the Olympicmedal inspired, Derby Arena, Derby is a city of making. Making has shaped Derby’s past and present and is influencing its future. It is a reason to be proud to live, work or visit the city.
Derby’s Made in Derby trail celebrates the people and the places that are…Made in Derby.
Instructions for AR
Use the the free wifi hotspot to download the "Made in Derby" app. Available to download from Google Play and the Apple App Store.
Scan the plaque to find out more...
The D2N2 Local Enterprise Partnership is the private sector-led partnership promoting economic growth, jobs and business start-ups in Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. It’s invested £1.65million from its Local Growth Fund allocation in a Derby City Council city centre improvement scheme, which includes the Made in Derby project.