Ria Ghei
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Thai Dusit Derby in Derby city centre has closed

Popular Derby city restaurant announces closure

The Thursday events serve many purposes, from a social to a safe space to combat isolation | Photo Rizwana Yusuf

Derby wellbeing cafe is safe space for women to chat and make friends

Lizzy Lenco is one of the Derby based comedians performing at Happy Tuesday comedy night | Image Lizzy Lenco

Derby events: Comedy fundraiser to help new talent at Edinburgh Fringe

Belper Soul Festival will take place over the bank holiday weekend

Get your groove on at 11-hour soul festival hosted by luxury hotel

Alessa Thompson has a very special four-legged friend named Mandy. Since bounding into her life, Alessa is soothed by Mandy's peaceful demeanour | PhotoGill Batson - Batsonelli Photography

Little girl's life transformed by assistance dog's 'calming' presence

International Women's Day Derby Clothes Swap could be a way to pick up bargains. It is more than just a cool way to update your wardrobe. The event is also a safe space to make friends, new connections and seek advice.

Spice up your summer wardrobe at Derby clothes swap

Hot August Night Mickleover Derby is a tribute festival whose fundraising endeavours aim to help the people of Derby

Groovy gig will raise funds for Derby community projects

Beer tasting at a bustling city centre venue will be a draw for beer fans (pictured is a beer tasting tray for illustration purposes)

Beer-tasting event at Derby QUAD is a must-visit for lager lovers

Fashion's big night out comes to Derby

What if Met Gala outfits were inspired by artwork at Derby Museum?

Claire Ward who is the new East Midlands Mayor has shared her aspirations of championing local landmarks | Picture courtesy Of Sherwood Forest Hospitals

East Midlands Mayor's mission to put Derbyshire's 'gems' on the map

Edward Parlato's stellar work has been recognised in the multi billion pound building materials sector

Derby building specialist named UK's Top 100 Young Achievers

Erika's Beauty Derby was one of the big winners of the night

Derby beauty salons win big at English Hair & Beauty Awards 2024

Lara Croft Tomb Raider is a generation-spanning video game phenomenon, immortalised on the big screen by Angelina Jolie (pictured) who played Lara Croft in Tomb Raider. Image: Bruno Vincent/Getty Images

Lara Croft voted ‘most iconic video game character of all time’

Music fans can expect an epic range of music at Hot August Night 2024. Tribute bands will be playing everything from Abba to Taylor Swift, which means people of all ages can have bucket loads of fun.

Nostalgic concert near Derby will feature music by your fave artists

Slipknot rocked the stage at Download in Festival 2009

Download Festival photos over years feature legends Slipknot and more

Melanie Jackson’s eye-catching design has been standing tall and proud for nearly a decade

Chesterfield Horns Bridge roundabout sculpture nears 10th anniversary

The Blind Bull, Little Hucklow near Buxton is one of the top pubs rated for its ale offering

Four top Peak District pubs offering cask ales and countryside views

Fill your bank holiday weekend with shopping, good food and music in the city

Things to do in Derby for bank holiday include spring markets and gigs

The famous Crooked Spire is 228 feet tall and has 152 steps in the tower, which people can tour and be rewarded with stunning views across Chesterfield | Photo: Destination Chesterfield and John Bradley

Crooked Spire is heritage-rich top tourist attraction in region

The Peak District with acres of rolling green countryside makes the list of best holiday spots in the UK

Peak District one of UK’s 'top staycation destinations' study shows

The Bakewell Old House Museum which dates back to 1534 is part of the tour

What’s On Derbyshire: Ghosts, myths and legends walk aims to thrill

The Apple Tree Bar & Grill Derby is 10 minutes’ away from Derby city centre | Image Ria Ghei

We discover The Apple Tree Bar & Grill curries are pure joy in Derby

Smashed patty burgers are a hit with foodies who are flocking to top street food markets across the country

Top street food event rated amongst best in UK is near Derby

DCFC fans can grab free popcorn at Showcase Cinema de Lux in Derbion

Derby County fans can claim free popcorn to celebrate Rams’ promotion

The Friar Gate Goods Yard site will accommodate new homes, a restaurant and café Photo Wavensmere Homes | Clowes Developments

Old railway plot in Derby to be given multi-million makeover

Enjoy fabulous magical activities at the Wirksworth event which includes learning spells and dressing up as your favourite wizard

Harry Potter themed event set to delight on Wirksworth Wizarding Day

Food is a big part of Bejal Gosai's life, she is keen on discovering authentic experiences and sharing best places to dine in the area Photo Bejal Gosai

Blogger's top restaurants near Derby for a dinner to remember

Bakewell Pudding (pictured) is the older cousin of Bakewell Tart which is all the more scrumptious when enjoyed warm with custard Photo The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop

The key difference between a Bakewell pudding and a Bakewell Tart

Matlock Bath is wildly popular in the summer months - here is a picture postcard view from Jubilee Bridge

Quaint town is 'simply the best' destination for bikers in Derbyshire

Books and coffee go hand in hand and now you can indulge in some quiet reading time at a Derby restaurant

Derby's quirky silent book club lets you read in peace

Birds Bakery has launched a new chocolate range that is fun to eat and a joy to look at Photo Birds Bakery

Birds Bakery shows us how they make their delicious chocolate animals

200 Degrees Coffee in Derbion Derby is serving up treats from a new spring menu

We tried Derby coffee shop's new summer menu and loved this iced drink

Steve Winnard is one of dozens of authors signing novels at Wirksworth Book Festival 2024 Photo Ria Ghei

Photos: We spent the day pottering around the Wirksworth Book Festival

Rory Hay one of Derby's biggest foodies is sharing his top three places where to go for the best Sunday lunch Photo Rory Hay

Foodie's top Sunday lunches in Derby include an immense roast buffet

Fans of Bridgerton can look forward to fabulous tunes inspired by the hit Netflix series

Derby Cathedral to host Bridgerton-inspired orchestra performance

Megan Pass is up for Costa Coffee's Barista of the Year Photo Megan Pass Costa Coffee

Derby barista impresses UK judges with epic coffee creations

Sadler Gate that is home to a large range of independent stores will play host to a celebratory event | Image Derby Cathedral Quarter BID

Celebrate Sadler Gate to showcase Derby's vibrant business community

Independent businesses across Wirksworth will be getting involved in the book festival - here are photos from a previous event

Wirksworth Book Festival 2024 will be packed with fun author events

Organisers of Chester Green Food Fair are expecting hundreds of visitors to flock to the community centre for a spring food fair

Chester Green food and craft fair is free community event in city

Molly Scott pictured The Cavendish Hotel Baslow is one of the region's leading food influencers | Molly Scott

Derbyshire influencer names her top spots for Sunday lunch

Ben Yeates is the master crafter who discovered a talent for chainsaw carving Photo Ben Yeates

Derbyshire man discovers incredible talent for wood crafting

Mum gives newborn pygmy marmosets a piggy back ride at Exotic Zoo

Zoo near Derby celebrates birth of the world's tiniest monkey twins

Dan Soar is social media superstar Tattooed Knitter whose recent knitting challenge saw him smash a world record Photo Dan Soar

Derbyshire TikTok star smashes Guinness World record for knitting

An orchestral tribute to Taylor Swift will be held at striking Derby landmark

Eras Tour-inspired orchestra performance inside Derby Cathedral

Oh What A Lovely War is a thought-provoking drama that will grip you and take you on an thrilling two-hours’ long journey Photo Ria Ghei

Oh What a Lovely War at Derby Theatre delivered chaos and epic tunes

Book fans (pictured above) can rejoice as Derby Book Festival launches its summer edition

We're hyped for Derby Book Festival's wicked summer line-up

Update your wardrobe and learn more about sustainable fashion at the unique spring event

Enjoy vintage shopping at the Museum of Making's ethical fashion event

HelloFresh's distribution centre is set in a campus style hub in Spondon Derby Photo: Rod Kirkpatrick/RKP Photography

HelloFresh makes Derby home to largest distribution centre in Europe

Sadler Gate is one of Derby's go-to destinations for shopping, good food and culture - here are crowds from an event held on the street over summer 2023

Bustling artisan market to take over Derby's Sadler Gate this spring

A Regency ball where the dress code of fabulous frocks and coattails is similar to Bridgerton characters’ outfits (pictured) is being held in Derbyshire

Make your Bridgerton dreams come true at 19th century summer ball

Poole’s Cavern in Buxton Country Park may be a scenic spot with tourists, however its vast underground cave network hides blood curdling secrets

Ghost hunters to give spooky guided tours of 2-million-year-old cave

The water feature at Derwent Reservoir is a jaw dropping sight

Derbyshire reservoir where pilots practised for the Dambusters Raid

The picturesque Derwent Valley Mills is one of Derbyshire’s top tourist spots | Photo Ashley Franklin

World Heritage Day commemorates UNESCO site Derwent Valley Mills

We can't think of a better way to spend a weekend than by exploring a Derbyshire winery

Top things to do near Derby include a winery and Rolls Royce tour