As a few members of my brood have a nought at the end of their birthdates this year, we decided...
As a few members of my brood have a nought at the end of their birthdates this year, we decided...
The A52 Derby to Ashbourne road passes through some of the gentlest rural countryside in Derbyshire. Tiny villages little changed...
I am indebted to Amber Valley Group of the Ramblers Association, as it is they who first planned this interesting...
This short walk skirts the rapidly expanding western boundary of Derby enjoying some of the fine surrounding countryside, and returns...
This winter’s walk is one of my favourites, both in summer as well as winter. I can see Riber Castle...
Izaak Walton, seventeenth century author of ‘The Campleat (sic) Angler – The Contemplative Man’s Recreation’ would have been familiar with...
Once Duke William was crowned as King of England following the Battle of Hastings, it took several years before the...
There are not many walks claiming to start downhill, but this one does (although the height lost must be regained...
This month’s walk has a little bit of archaeology thrown in for good measure. All it takes is a strong...
Here is a walk through some of the historical countryside surrounding the plague village of Eyam, a village where the...

Discover the city that shaped one of the UK’s most original and visionary painters Derby Museums is delighted to announce The...

We’re thrilled to be reopening on 14 February for our Junior Shepherd Week. Step into the world of farming and...

Derby Book Festival is challenging children and adults to write a story or poem in up to fifty words on...

🎮 A daring Oz adventure🏎️ Navigate your city streets🎟️ Hunt for clues and solve puzzles⌛ 2-3 hours to complete👋 Perfect for friends and families📍 All quests...
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