The Gables Guidebook
Outdoors and countryside
Local park, lovely for walks along the Derwent with nice cafes. Hosts the national collection of Hydrangeas
13 moradores locais recomendam
Parque Darley
Darley Park RoadLocal park, lovely for walks along the Derwent with nice cafes. Hosts the national collection of Hydrangeas
Right Opposite our property, lovely green space with an angling lake and lots of ground to walk and spot wildlife
Parque de Allestree
Duffield RoadRight Opposite our property, lovely green space with an angling lake and lots of ground to walk and spot wildlife
Local park with children amenities and a working train track and a little craft village with local businesses. Fun fair occasionally hosted
22 moradores locais recomendam
Parque Markeaton
Markeaton LaneLocal park with children amenities and a working train track and a little craft village with local businesses. Fun fair occasionally hosted
Jardins do Rio Belper
Mill ViewClumber Park
Must see the Rhubarb collection
Bike hire, water activities and lovely walk around the reservoir
163 moradores locais recomendam
Carsington Water
Bike hire, water activities and lovely walk around the reservoir
Miles of walking or cycling route on the old railway line now converted to a path. Easy terrain, some slopes
59 moradores locais recomendam
Tissington Trail Car Park, Ashbourne
Leisure WayMiles of walking or cycling route on the old railway line now converted to a path. Easy terrain, some slopes
Tatton Park
Beautiful gardens, site of RHS Flower Show in July
Private gardens, open weekdays and first and third Sundays. Tea rooms and plant sale. Stunning bluebell walk in season
Felley Priory
Private gardens, open weekdays and first and third Sundays. Tea rooms and plant sale. Stunning bluebell walk in season
Hopton Hall
Lovely garden walk and tea rooms. Snowdrop walk in season
Fantastic rhododendron garden, stunning in spring. Tea rooms and plant sale
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Lea Gardens
Fantastic rhododendron garden, stunning in spring. Tea rooms and plant sale
Fine gardens designed by Chelsea gold medal winners. Lakeside circular walk and fairy trail.
74 moradores locais recomendam
Trentham Estate
Stone RoadFine gardens designed by Chelsea gold medal winners. Lakeside circular walk and fairy trail.
Elvaston Castle
Walk routes and events regularly
StarDisc
GreenhillFor the stars lovers, unique!
Sightseeing
A step back in history, this textile mill is being refurbished and often hosts exhibitions
Silk Mill Park
Full StreetA step back in history, this textile mill is being refurbished and often hosts exhibitions
Hosts paintings from Derby born Sir Joseph Wright
24 moradores locais recomendam
Museu e Galeria de Arte de Derby
The StrandHosts paintings from Derby born Sir Joseph Wright
Pickford's House
41 Friar GatePanoramic views of Matlock area. Cable cars available
160 moradores locais recomendam
As Alturas de Abraão
Dale RoadPanoramic views of Matlock area. Cable cars available
Old tramway village with working vintage trams, visitor centre and lovely country walk
77 moradores locais recomendam
Crich Tramway Village
Old tramway village with working vintage trams, visitor centre and lovely country walk
Newly refurbished and re-opened it showcases the history of centuries of manufacture in Derby
9 moradores locais recomendam
O Museu da Fabricação no Derby Silk Mill
Silk Mill LaneNewly refurbished and re-opened it showcases the history of centuries of manufacture in Derby
Local craftsmanship
World famous prestigious bone china brand. You can visit the factory at certain times. The shop carries lovely pieces and an array of seconds
Royal Crown Derby
194 Osmaston RdWorld famous prestigious bone china brand. You can visit the factory at certain times. The shop carries lovely pieces and an array of seconds
Home of the famous Denby pottery, the village has a shop, a factory outlet together with a farm shop, a gift shop and a lovely cafe.
15 moradores locais recomendam
Vila de Cerâmica Denby
Derby RoadHome of the famous Denby pottery, the village has a shop, a factory outlet together with a farm shop, a gift shop and a lovely cafe.
Neighbourhoods
Quiet suburb north of Derby, very green with a friendly community and many local artisan businesses
Allestree
Quiet suburb north of Derby, very green with a friendly community and many local artisan businesses
Duffield
Pretty village with lovely independent shops and cafe
Belper
Very vibrant community spirit, a lovely independent town
Food scene
George's Tradition Allestree
Favourite local fish and chips shop
Kedleston Fish Bar
121A Kedleston RdGood local fish adn chips shop
The Little Shed
3 Park LnNice coffee and gift shop, ideal on the go option to fuel a walk in Allestree Park
Under new management, a staple of higher end dining in the area. With waterfront views
11 moradores locais recomendam
Darleys
Under new management, a staple of higher end dining in the area. With waterfront views
The Joiners Arms at Quarndon
60 Church RdGreat pub food with pizza. Booking recommended
PLANT Cafe & Bar
34 Sadler GateVegan cafe, great food not only for vegan
Ebi Sushi
59 Abbey StAuthentic Japanese cuisine, great sushi but not only. Very busy booking recommended
The Cottonworks BISTRO
Bistrot and cafe in a lovely old courtyard
The Shed
Haslams LaneLovely cafe, cakes and cobs perfect on the go if you are in Darley Park
No.189, Allestree Lane. Local drinking venue, great selection and atmosphere. Occasionally some local pop up caterers offer food to complement the service.
Allestree Lane
Allestree LaneNo.189, Allestree Lane. Local drinking venue, great selection and atmosphere. Occasionally some local pop up caterers offer food to complement the service.
Mr Grundy's Tavern
32-34 Ashbourne RoadHosts The Pizza Pony Thurs-Sun, authentic Italian pizzas cooked on wood fire oven
Mount Everest
165 London RoadHimalayan cuisine, friendly service
Anoki
129 London RdIndian cuisine, a bit pricey but worth it
Traditional pub, great ales and pork pies. If you feel in the mood for a walk you can reach it from the footpath that starts at our property. About one hour or less depending on fitness level. Can be very muddy in places so requires appropriate footwear.
15 moradores locais recomendam
Holly Bush Inn
Holly Bush LaneTraditional pub, great ales and pork pies. If you feel in the mood for a walk you can reach it from the footpath that starts at our property. About one hour or less depending on fitness level. Can be very muddy in places so requires appropriate footwear.
Country pub with award winning food, fine relaxed dining and very welcoming hosts.
Sunday roast served until late perfect for a stop after a nice walk.
Highly recommended
39 moradores locais recomendam
The George at Alstonefield
1 church laneCountry pub with award winning food, fine relaxed dining and very welcoming hosts.
Sunday roast served until late perfect for a stop after a nice walk.
Highly recommended
Great fish and chips and very attentive customer service in this unassuming but firm locals favourite
Allestree Fish Bar
5 Blenheim DriveGreat fish and chips and very attentive customer service in this unassuming but firm locals favourite
Historic sites
Kedleston Hall
National Trust - Calke Abbey
Featured in ‘Pride and Prejudice’, historic country house owned by the Devonshire family. RHS flower show hosted in June and an International Horse-trial in May
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Casa de Chatsworth
Featured in ‘Pride and Prejudice’, historic country house owned by the Devonshire family. RHS flower show hosted in June and an International Horse-trial in May
Worth visiting the museum of childhood for a glimpse of past times toys
26 moradores locais recomendam
Sudbury Hall
Worth visiting the museum of childhood for a glimpse of past times toys
Haddon Hall
National Trust - Hardwick Hall
Historic textile mill from where textile techniques and machineries were exported to Europe in the 1800s. Craft village also worth a visit
67 moradores locais recomendam
Moinho de Cromford
Mill RoadHistoric textile mill from where textile techniques and machineries were exported to Europe in the 1800s. Craft village also worth a visit
Conselho para os viajantes
Transporte
Main transport links
The property is well connected to the motorway (M1 J25) and A road network (A6, A38, A52, A61). The closest train stations are Derby and Duffield. The property is on the Trentburton Sixies bus route to Belper, Bakewell and Buxton
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Bustler market every weekend
Street food market every weekend
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Derby Quad
For exhibitions and non mainstream cinema movies, a hub of artistic personalities
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Performing arts
Visit Derby theatre, the Assembly Rooms or the Guildhall theatre for the latest shows in Derby
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Traditional ale pubs
Visit the Brunswick Inn, the Brewery Tap, the Greyhound or the Flower Pot for traditional beers, pub food and quiz nights