🚨 Emergency
Royal Derby Hospital
24-hour walk-in emergency department.
📞 (01332) 340131
Lloyds Pharmacy (Sainsbury's)
Minor injuries, illness, prescriptions, travel advice. 1.2 miles.
📞 (01332) 677841
⚠️ Gas Emergency: 0800 111 999
⚡ Power Cut: 0800 917 7953
Gen. enquiries: 0800 0328 302 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)
Gen. enquiries: 0800 0328 302 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm)
🏠 Around the House
Wi-Fi
Network name and password sent on arrival day with lock box code.
Television
Use the remote control to turn on.
Heating
Thermostat on wall in main hallway. Control panel under boiler cupboard in kitchen. Press Heat/Hot Water Advance Buttons to cycle off/timed/once/on.
Appliances
Washing machine & dishwasher tablets in welcome basket. Full instructions at end of guidebook.
Cleaning & Laundry
Vacuum: hallway coat cupboard. Iron: under kitchen sink. Ironing board, airer, mop, brush: hallway coat cupboard.
🗑 Waste & Recycling
Collection
Friday ~6:30am. Wheelie bins on curbside in front of property.
Black Bin — Non-recyclable
- Crisp packets, black bin liners, food waste
- Nappies, polystyrene, bubble wrap
- Utensils, tools, sharp objects
- Black plastic food trays, light bulbs, batteries
Blue Bin — Mixed Recycling
- Food & drinks cans, steel cans, bottle tops, empty aerosols
- Boxes, card sleeves, card packaging, egg boxes, waxed cartons
- Bottles & jars (all colours), plastic drinks bottles, yogurt pots
- Shower/bath/cleaning bottles, light coloured food trays
Mixed recycling box in bottom kitchen drawer — empty into blue bin before collection.
🍺 Local Pubs
Navigation Inn
The Coronation
Station Inn
The Merry Widows
The Blue Peter
Royal Telegraph
Lodge
The Neptune
Sitwell Tavern
Blue Jay
The Chestnut Tree
The Bank
🍽 Where to Eat
Frankie & Benny's
Italian & American classics, family friendly.
📞 01332 333210
The Yard
All-day restaurant & bar, casual, Pride Park Stadium.
📞 01332 821001
Mount Everest
Nepalese. Late night, child friendly, good for groups.
📞 01332 298060
Shalimar Gold
Smart modern Indian, contemporary presentation.
📞 01332 366745
Steliana's Greek Tavern
Greek/Mediterranean. Vegetarian friendly, groups welcome.
📞 01332 385200
The New Water Margin
Chinese. Cantonese & Peking, set menu & all-you-can-eat.
📞 01332 290482
Carnero Lounge
British all-day menu, casual lounge & café.
📞 01332 349662
Dolce Salato
Italian, reservations required, menu changes daily.
📞 07428 062931
The Palfrey
Creative seasonal fare, wines & cocktails, courtyard.
📞 01332 293135
🍔 Takeaway & Fast Food
Pride Park & London Road
McDonald's, KFC, Burger King, Subway, Costa — all on Pride Park. Pizza and Indian takeaway outlets on London Road.
🛍 Supermarkets
Tesco Express
Iceland Foods
Sainsbury's Superstore
🛒 Shopping Centres
Derbion (Intu Derby)
Large indoor shopping centre. Cinema, bowling, mini golf, restaurants. Connected to St Peter's Way.
Cathedral Quarter
Upmarket area around Derby Cathedral. Independent retailers, cafés, restaurants, bars.
Wyvern Retail Park
Shops & eateries near Pride Park Stadium. Free parking (max stay applies). Boots, TK Maxx, Costa, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut.
🏛 Places of Interest
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Diverse collection of artefacts & paintings with local and international significance. Free entry.
Derby Cathedral
Gothic cathedral with 16th-century tower — one of England's highest. Monthly 189-step tower climbs.
Derby Arboretum
Britain's first public park. Beautiful gardens & trees, 1 mile south of city centre.
Royal Crown Derby Visitor Centre
One of the last original fine bone china makers, 100% made in England. Shop, tea room, museum, factory tours.
Claymills Victorian Pumping Station
1885 pumping station — steam engines, café, bookshop, free parking. Check website for open days.
Tutbury Castle
Ruined medieval castle & Ancient Monument. Spectacular events on bank holidays and weekends.
Catton Hall & Park
Private estate owned by same family for 600+ years. Events throughout the year, within National Forest.
Alton Towers
Major theme park & resort — rollercoasters, water park, spa, mini golf, hotels. 30 mins from Derby.
🎢 Fun & Adventure
Pride Park
Business park with Derby County stadium, restaurants, eateries. Laser Quest on Derwent Parade (ages 7+).
Derby Arena
250m indoor cycle track, 140-station gym, Wattbikes, sports, music, comedy, pantomime. Tours available.
Trent Adventure (Canoeing)
Canadian-style open canoe hire on the River Trent and Trent & Mersey Canal.
Queen's Leisure Centre
City centre pool, gym, exercise classes. Children's holiday activity programme.
Paradise Island Adventure Golf
Two 18-hole adventure golf courses spanning 14,000 sq ft inside Derbion.
Rosliston Forestry Centre
Woodland, meadows, ponds, play areas in the National Forest. Guided walks, archery, events.
Drayton Manor Theme Park
Theme park & zoo — roller coasters, 4D cinema, Thomas Land for kids, special events.
Branston Water Park
Serene waterfront, wildlife, visitor centre, free parking, café, play area, picnic spots. Local nature reserve.
Conkers
120-acre woodland centre — 4D cinema, indoor & outdoor play, activity trail, high ropes. National Forest.
SnowDome
Indoor snow skiing, snowboarding, ice rink, swimming pool, gym. Tamworth.
National Forest Adventure Farm
Farm animals, giant indoor play, maize maze, outdoor trampolines, water play, tractor rides. Book online cheaper.
💆 Relax & Unwind
Derby Theatre
New & classic drama and comedy in a modern theatre with main and studio auditoriums. Inside Derbion.
Spa Diamond
Award-winning city centre spa. Thai oil, traditional Thai & sports massage for injuries.
PureGym Derby
No membership needed — day or weekly passes available.
Branston Golf & Country Club
Leading Staffordshire golf club. 18-hole course, stunning River Trent views. Visitor green fees on website.
🌿 Water & Open Spaces
Foremark Reservoir
230-acre nature reserve. Walking trails, children's play area, shop with coffee & ice cream. Great for picnics.
Barton Marina
Artisan markets, independent two-screen cinema (Red Carpet), Waterfront Pub & Restaurant, cafés, farm shop, boutiques.
Markeaton Park
207-acre public park. Craft village, café, Mundy play centre, mini golf, paddling pool (seasonal), canoes, Skyline high ropes (1.1m+ height).