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Derby attractions, local Derby attractions, Derbyshire England
Suitably located on the site of one of the country’s first factories is the Derby Industrial Museum. The museum is packed with local, as well as general information on the industrial revolution and more up to date industry information, such as the development of Rolls Royce’s aero engines.
One of Derby’s most well known landmarks that certainly stands out on the skyline is that of Derby Cathedral. This fine 18th century monument boasts a stunning 64 metre tower and visitors to the cathedral can obtain a guidebook detailing all you need to know to truly appreciate this magnificent piece of architecture.
Pickford’s House is a museum set in a 1770 grade II listed townhouse illustrating how families used to live during the Georgian era. The house is named after it’s designer, the local architect Joseph Pickford who originally lived here. In addition to viewing the house there is also a fine costume and toy theatre collection and a pretty formal garden.
Art lovers visiting the Derbyshire area should definitely pay a visit to the Derby Museum and Art Gallery. Derby is well known and respected for its quality chinaware and the museum houses a notable collection of fine porcelain. In addition there are paintings by local artist Joseph Wright and many exhibitions are held throughout the year, ensuring that regular visitors always find something new to interest them.
The National Trust owned Kedleston Hall was built under the orders of architect Robert Adam’s and is no less than breathtaking. Not only is the building of interest but Kedleston Hall also contains a range of interesting artwork in the form of both paintings and sculpture, as well as 800 acres of glorious parkland to enjoy.
