Derby Holidays

Derby is a blend of modern and historical Britain where visitors can fill their UK holiday with a mix of culture, adventure and shopping all in the same city. There are 3 free museums cataloguing the Derby's history with archaeological exhibits and a collection of the city's world famous porcelain, with some pieces dating back to 1750. Derby Museum also houses a dedicated Bonnie Prince Charlie room, commemorating the cities role in the doomed Jacobite uprising of 1745.

Visitors can also explore Derby Cathedral, with its tower dominating the city's skyline. It's connected to the medieval chapel of St Mary's on the Bridge, which dates back to the 14^th Century.

 

With the Peak District being so close by, visitors may want to get a head start and brush up on their rock climbing skills. The Alter Rock Climbing Centre is located inside a converted church and is ideal for both beginners and experienced rock climbers. For those seeking a bit of adventure outside the comfort of their luxurious UK holiday apartment, the Derby City Centre Ghost walk is a great way to see the city whilst scaring the family witless. Explore a gaol designed to hold witches, keep an eye out in the fish market for the murdered policeman's ghost and venture underground into barrel-vaulted tunnels where it's reported a 12 year-old boy's ghost wanders the darkness. Hair raising stuff.

 

Derby is conveniently placed to enjoy the Peak District National Park, and all of the heritage sites that can be found therein. Those on a UK family holiday can explore the peaks on foot, via bicycle or even by hot air balloon. The city is also close enough to use as a base for the fun filled Alton Towers, filled with hair-raising rollercoasters, gorgeous gardens and fun fair games for all the family.