Nature, Parks and Beaches in Derby


Visiting Derby in Derbyshire offers a delightful blend of history and modernity. Explore the city's rich industrial heritage at the Derby Museum and Art Gallery or take a leisurely stroll along the serene River Derwent. Admire the striking architecture of Derby Cathedral before indulging in the vibrant culinary scene, with cozy pubs and trendy cafes dotted around the city center.

For nature enthusiasts, nearby Peak District National Park beckons with its stunning landscapes and outdoor adventures. Derbyshire promises a memorable escape, seamlessly merging culture, nature, and contemporary charm.

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Darley Park

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Attraction
Free

Darley Park

A scenic haven offering riverside walks, lush greenery, and vibrant gardens—a perfect escape for picnics, leisure, and outdoor recreation.

1.0 mls
Oxygen Derby Activity Park
Attraction
From £11

Oxygen Derby Activity Park

Join us at our Derby park for 80+ trampolines, a Cardio wall, Soft play, and Giant airbags four great reasons to visit!

1.5 mls
Charnwood Forest Alpacas

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From £20

Charnwood Forest Alpacas

Charnwood Forest Alpacas is one of the first, original and largest alpaca farms open to the public in the UK.

11.0 mls
The Arboretum
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Free

The Arboretum

This Green Flag award winning park is Nottingham's oldest public park and the closest park to the city centre.

13.5 mls
Rosliston Forestry Centre

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Attraction
Free

Rosliston Forestry Centre

Rosliston Forestry Centre lies at the heart of The National Forest, a woodland haven offering outdoor activities, family fun and all-year round events.

13.6 mls
The Heights of Abraham

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Adults from £16.50

The Heights of Abraham

Country park and famous show caverns set in 60 acres of woodland and reached by cable car over deep limestone gorge in the Peak District.

14.0 mls
Rushcliffe Country Park
Attraction
Free

Rushcliffe Country Park

Set in the beautiful countryside about half a mile south of Ruddington, Rushcliffe Country Park is an ideal place to get away from it all.

14.2 mls
Beacon Hill Country Park

POPULAR

Attraction
Free

Beacon Hill Country Park

Located only two miles from the M1 motorway, just south of Loughborough, in Leicestershire, near the village of Woodhouse Eaves.

17.1 mls
Bradgate Park

POPULAR

Attraction
Free

Bradgate Park

Bradgate Park was first enclosed as a deer park around 800 years ago. It provides 830 acres of publicly accessible countryside.

19.8 mls
Abbey Park
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Free

Abbey Park

Abbey Park is Leicesters premier park and lies approximately one mile north of the city centre.

24.0 mls
Abbey Park Leicester
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Free

Abbey Park Leicester

Abbey Park is Leicesters premier park and lies approximately one mile north of the city centre.

24.0 mls
Braunstone Park
Attraction
Free

Braunstone Park

168 acres of well-established open parkland, woodlands, spinneys, and meadows. It serves as a reminder of Braunstone's pastoral heritage.

24.2 mls

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