Derby Cathedral not only has the oldest ring of ten bells in the world but also has the second highest perpendicular tower in England. The Cathedral is the final resting place of Bess of Hardwick, Countess of Shrewsbury - the second wealthiest and most powerful woman of the Tudor age after Queen Elizabeth the First.

About Derby City

Derby holds great appeal to visitors in search of unspoilt tradition and character. The highlight of Derby's skyline is the ornate Cathedral tower. In its shadow lies a great multi-cultural city bursting with a wealth of entertainment venues, attractions, parks and shops - a perfect combination for those in search of a short break.

Take time out to visit the Derby Museum and Art Gallery, which houses an internationally important collection of works by one of Derby's most famous sons, Joseph Wright and a fascinating range of displays including Derby Porcelain or visit The Silk Mill - Derby's Museum of Industry and History, part of the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site standing on the site of the world's oldest factories. The museum has displays of important local industries such as Rolls Royce and the railway industry, mining, pottery and foundries.

Royal Crown Derby has been manufactured in the city since the mid 1700s and has since become one of Derby's best-loved exports. The Visitor Centre's guided tours of the working factory are complemented by excellent displays of its world famous chinaware, some dating back as far back as 1754.