National Memorial Arboretum

Since planting began in 1997, the National Memorial Arboretum has been a special place honouring those who have served, and continue to serve, our nation in many different ways. Our staff and volunteers look forward to welcoming you.Its not a cemetery. Its a place of life, represented by…
Distance: 10.4 miles away

Donington Park

The Donington Grand Prix Collection is, quite simply, the largest collection of Grand Prix racing cars in the world. Five halls, with over 130 exhibits, illustrate the history of motor sport from the turn of the 20th Century. Cars include examples driven by such famous names…
Distance: 7.6 miles away

The Bass Museum

The 'Brewing Experience Museum' incorporates large elements of the original Bass Museum. Learn about the legendary Bass family and their role in the development of brewing. The museum also celebrates the social history of the development of brewing ‐ the real life experiences and stories of the people…
Distance: 7.7 miles away

Claymills Pumping Engines Trust

We have four beam engines by Gimson of Leicester 1885, Five boilers Thompson 1936‐37, Steam driven workshop, Forge and a 1930's dynamo house with early 1890's Crompton dynamo driven by a Buxton and Thornley steam engine.Steamings 10:00am ‐ 5:00pmEaster:April 4th, 5thMay Day:May 2nd, 3rdSpring Bank Holiday: …
Distance: 8.1 miles away

Derby Industrial Museum

Derby Industrial Museum is on the site of the world's oldest factories, the Silk Mills built by George Sorocold in 1702 and 1717. Displays tell the story of the industrial heritage and achievement of Derby and its people. There is a special emphasis on the development of…
Distance: 12.7 miles away

Derby Museum

Derby Museum and Art Gallery houses a wide range of important and attractive collections, covering porcelain, paintings, archaeology, history, local regiments, geology and wildlife. Paintings by the celebrated 18th Century Derby artist Joseph Wright, A.R.A. 1734‐97 include portraits, landscapes, subjects from literature and scenes of industry and…
Distance: 12.6 miles away

Pickfords House Museum of

Pickford's House, a Grade One listed building, was built in 1770 by the architect Joseph Pickford as his family home and work premises. Other houses in Friar Gate, Derby's finest Georgian Street, were also designed by Pickford, but Number 41 is the only one which the public…
Distance: 12.7 miles away

Royal Crown Derby Visitor

Royal Crown Derby china is known and collected throughout the world. The fine traditional skills have led to an international reputation for quality and creativity. The Royal Crown Derby Visitor Centre has been created to provide an insight into the traditions, the history and the skills…
Distance: 11.9 miles away

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