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FACTORY SHOPS in & around DERBY...

Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Factory Shop
194 Osmaston Road, Derby, Derbyshire, DE24 8JZ
Tel: 01332 712841
Fax: 01332 712863
Email: enquiries@royalcrownderby.co.uk
URL: www.royal-crown-derby.co.uk
A look at the history, traditions and highly skilled process that goes into making Royal Crown Derby bone china.
Location: Derby
Dates Open: Daily
Open Times: Phone for opening times

MUSEUMS in & around DERBY...

Derby Museum of Industry and Heritage
The Silk Mill , Sowter Road, Cathedral Quarter, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 3AF
Tel: 01332 255308
Fax: 01332 255108
URL: www.derwentvalleymills.org/04_his/his_00...
The Silk Mill Museum occupies the site of the world's oldest factories, built by George Sorocold in 1702. Exhibits include the development of Rolls-Royce aero engines and the railway industry. The Power Gallery covers the story of motive power.
Location: Derby
Dates Open: Daily (Some openings over Christmas holidays. Please enquire)
Open Times: 10am-5pm (Mon 11am-5pm) Sun & BHol Mon. 1-4pm.
Entry: Free
Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Museum
194 , Osmaston Road, Derby, Derbyshire, DE24 8JZ
Tel: 01332 712841
Fax: 01332 712863
Email: enquiries@royalcrownderby.co.uk
URL: www.royal-crown-derby.co.uk
The Royal Crown Derby range of figures, giftware, tableware and collectables is the culmination of 250 years of craftsmanship and traditional skills.
Location: Derby
Dates Open: Daily
Open Times: Please telephone for opening times.
Coach Parties Welcome Disabled Facilities Licensed Premises Restaurant

PARKS in & around DERBY...

Darley Abbey Park
Darley Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire, DE22 1DR
URL: www.darleyabbey.com/darleypark.htm
Within walking distance of the city centre, this large popular park, given to the city by the Evans family, offers fine views of Derby. It is a peaceful place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

STATELY HOMES & CASTLES in & around DERBY...

Calke Abbey
Ticknall, Derbyshire, DE73 1LE
Tel: 01332 863822
Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk
URL: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-vis...
Vivid example of a great country house in decline, with extraordinary contents, historic park and restored garden.
Location: Ticknall
Dates Open: March - October
Open Times: House 1pm - 5.30pm | Gardens & Church 11am - 5.30pm | Shop 10.30am - 5.30pm
Entry: Phone for pricing details
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Borrowash Road, Elvaston, Derby, Derbyshire, DE72 3EP
Tel: 01332 571342
Fax: 01332 758751
URL: www.elvastoncastle.org.uk
The house built for the 3rd Earl of Harrington early 19th century, with wonderful grounds that include a serpentine lake, a moorish temple and long avenues. Also, there is a museum, riding school, information centre and caravan park.
Location: Elvaston
Dates Open: All year
Open Times: Dawn 'til dusk
Entry: Car Parking Only - Monday to Friday 70p, Weekends and Bank Holidays £1.20.
Car Parking Coach Parties Welcome Disabled Facilities Restaurant
Kedleston Hall
Kedleston Hall, Derby, Derbyshire, DE22 5JH
Tel: 01332 842191
Email: kedlestonhall@nationaltrust.org.uk
URL: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-vis...
Neo-classical mansion with Adam interiors, lovely gardens, with celebrated displays of azaleas and rhododendrons (June)There is also open parkland with cascades and lakes.
Dates Open: March - December
Open Times: 11am - 6pm (Depending on time of year)
Entry: Adult £9, Child £4.50, Family £22.50 Groups £7.25 per person.Park & Garden Admissions available.
Car Parking Children Welcome Coach Parties Welcome Disabled Facilities Restaurant Special Group Rates Vegetarian Menu
Melbourne Hall and Gardens
Blackwell Lane, Melbourne, Derbyshire, DE73 1EN
Tel: 01332 862502
Fax: 01332 862263
Email: melbhall@globalnet.co.uk
URL: www.melbournehall.com
The home of Lord and Lady Kerr, there are fine gardens and a visitor centre with a gift shop as well as various attractions throughout the year.
Location: Melbourne
Dates Open: GARDENS (April to September) HALL (August Only) Phone for details
Open Times: GARDENS 1.30pm - 5.30pm HALL 2pm - 5.30pm (last admission 4.15pm)
Entry: Adult £3.50, Concession £2.50

VISITOR CENTRES in & around DERBY...

Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Visitor Centre
194 Osmaston Road, Derby, Derbyshire, DE24 8JZ
Tel: 01332 712833
Email: enquiries@royalcrownderby.co.uk
URL: www.royal-crown-derby.co.uk
A look at the history, traditions and highly skilled process that goes into making Royal Crown Derby bone china. The Visitor Centre comprises factory tours, factory shop, museum and coffee shop.
Location: Derby
Dates Open: Daily. Tours Tues-Fri 11am & 1.30pm. Booking essential. Factory Shop Mon-Sat 10am-5pm
Open Times: Phone for opening times
Entry: Adults £5, Concessions £4.75. Groups of 20+ £4.50. Evening tours by arrangement £7. inc. refreshments.
Staunton Harold Reservoir
Calke Road, Melbourne, Derbyshire, DE73 8DN
Tel: 01332 865081
Fax: 01332 694311
URL: www.moretoexperience.co.uk/server.php?sh...
Situated in the heart of the National Forest, near Melbourne, the site offers a range of attractive walks and other leisure activities including fishing, bird watching, sailing, cycling and adventure playgrounds.
Location: Staunton Harold
Dates Open: All year
Open Times: April to October 7am 'til dusk, November to March 8.30am - 4pm
Entry: £1.50 car parking

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