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The Silk Mill - Derby's Museum of Industry and History forms part of the newly designated Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site - a 15 mile stretch of the Derwent Valley between Derby and Matlock Bath. This attraction is housed on the site of Derby Silk Mill, England's first modern factory and a major landmark of the Industrial Revolution. Nowadays, a great showcase for Rolls-Royce aero engines and railway industry exhibits. The Central Museum and Art Gallery hosts a fascinating mix of displays from exquisite oil painting masterpieces by Joseph Wright of Derby - associate of the Royal Academy (1734-97) - to the splendid modern porcelain gallery. Additional exhibits focus on local regiments - the 9th/12th Royal Lancers, Sherwood Foresters and Derbyshire Yeomanry - local archaeology, wildlife and geology as well as a lively programme of ever changing exhibitions. Pickford's House Museum transports visitors back to Georgian times with this elegant era beautifully portrayed throughout fully furnished rooms, all complemented with graceful costume displays. Royal Crown Derby is the city's oldest factory, famed the world over for lavishly decorated fine china tableware and gifts. Factory tours can be booked during weekdays and the factory shops offers some great discount bargains Derby Cathedral's doors are always open to welcome visitors. Listen to the oldest ring of ten bells in the world from the top of the second highest church tower in England, then admire the beautiful interior crammed with fascinating treasures. See the new Derby Cathedral Centre too. Pride Park Football Stadium has a part to play for visitors. Behind the scenes tours can be booked to get an in-depth view of this magnificent 34,000 seater arena, home to Derby County Football Club, 'The Rams'. The Derby Heritage Centre offers a golden opportunity for visitors to celebrate over 2000 years of achievement in a city that is truly at the crossroads of history. For a Sunday afternoon idea, the Little Chester Heritage Centre situated in the ancient church of St Paul's, displays historic records dating back to Roman Times. The Derby Gaol, in the depths of the original Derbyshire County Gaol (1756), offers a chilling reminder of the city's grisly past. You can sample freshly made traditional pies here in front of a roaring open fire during winter months. The National Trust has a trio of treasures all situated within a 10 mile radius of Derby. Kedleston Hall, Calke Abbey and Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood each offer breathtaking properties all with their own unique elements of intrigue. Calke Abbey will be celebrating its 300th anniversary throughout 2004. Celebratory events will commemorate the baroque mansion's completion in 1704. Derby is also the gateway to the National Forest. A visit to the unique attraction - CONKERS - is a must for all ages. Learn intriguing facts about the environment at this 'touch friendly', award-winning venue just 30 minutes drive from Derby. | ||
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