Location: Derby
Top Things to do in Derby
What to do and see in Derby, England: The Best Nature & Parks
Derby (/ˈdɑːrbi/ ( listen) DAR-bee) is a city and unitary authority area in Derbyshire, England. It lies on the banks of the River Derwent in the south of Derbyshire, of which it was traditionally the county town. At the 2011 census, the population was 248,700. Derby gained city status in 1977.
Restaurants in Derby
1. Willamthorpe Nature Reserve
2. Hopton Hall Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 129 reviews
Reviewed By ImperialCrimson - Chesterfield, United Kingdom
A walk round these lovely gardens in early Spring when the snowdrops are out is well worthwhile. Have a snack and a drink in the welcoming Cafe afterwards.
3. Markeaton Park
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4.5 based on 298 reviews
Markeaton Park is Derby’s most visited park and is one of the most popular attractions in the East Midlands. It offers a place to escape from day to day living and city life and experience a little bit of countryside on Derby’s doorstep. But behind the modern day park lays a fascinating history that is waiting to be discovered. The park as we know it today can be traced back to the medieval period, when the first park was laid out. Over the following centuries the park went through many changes, from arable fields to an enclosed designed 18th century park and hall and finally at the beginning of the 20th century into the public park of today. The park has many features that mark this history: ancient veteran trees, historic lost roads, old arable field patterns, the 18th century park and buildings and the remains of a Second World War army camp.
Reviewed By adyval - Long Eaton, United Kingdom
Visited here today Sunday 1st Sept 2019. Its 20 mins in the car from home and not been here for about 20 years ago when our children were younger. It was busy but manged to get a blue badge space. There was a 5k run on the park so lots of stalls and of course people. We went for a drink first in a lovely coffee shop. Coffee wasnt the best weve had but was ok. Only a few shops open in the craft centre. Lovely newish toiulet block. We walked thro to the play area which had changed a lot with plenty of free playground areas and also golf and boating which was payable and a large climbing place. Overall we enjoyed the walk and i visited the model railway exhibition. We shall return with the grandchildren at some stage.
4. Darley Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 312 reviews
Darley Park is a large, picturesque and popular park situated within walking distance of the city centre. It is located on the River Derwent at the gateway to the World Heritage Site. The park is popular with visitors from across the County and is a peaceful place to escape city life. It hosts many events throughout the year, including the classical Darley Park Concert.
Reviewed By TeamWard - Nottingham, United Kingdom
Looking for another place to get your daily exercise try Darley Park, large open spaces with a couple of paths to follow and wander alongside the River Derwent, well worth a walk.
5. Alvaston Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By trevori286 - Belper, United Kingdom
I decided to have spend a couple of hours looking round alvaston lake while my wife was at a meeting in Derby.I had a cup of coffee in the cafe there and spent an hour watching the model boat club sailing there radio controlled boats of all different models.I then spotted an angler[im one myself] so i decided to watch him for an hour.he managed to land several carp in that time so i had a very enjoyable morning and will try it again soon.
6. Locko Park
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4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By TeamWard - Nottingham, United Kingdom
Nearby great park for to attend for the daily walk as per government guidelines, beautiful on a fresh Sunday morning, only saw 5 other humans, easy social distancing.
7. Derby Hydrangeas
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4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Charles_and_Susan - Nottingham, United Kingdom
The Hydrangeas are a real pleasure to see. There are lots in flower at the moment with others coming soon. It looks like new area of the walled garden have been planted with extra specimens. Once you're through the outer area the entrance/exit to and from the actual walled garden is signed to assist spacing. When you're inside though you can wander around the many paths and plants at will.
8. Allestree Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By TeamWard - Nottingham, United Kingdom
Large park with a golf course within, free parking and a popular place for walkers and dog walkers, around the lake and back on a trial to the car, a bit windy on a sunny day, well worth a visit.
9. Chaddesden Wood Local Nature Reserve
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By TeamWard - Nottingham, United Kingdom
In these challenging times its worth finding different places to have walk to or through, the Oakwood / Chaddesden Wood Nature Reserve is well worth a stoll through, gets busy with children on Easter egg hunts, dog walkers, but with the bluebells arriving is marvellous.
