Summer is officially here which means amazing day trips out and having fun in the sun is most probably in your top things to do in Derbyshire.
One way to do this is explore our beautiful county of Derbyshire and the wider Midlands which boasts fairytale castles.
How about living out your Bridgerton dreams and being transported to days gone by by stepping foot in grand castles?
There is no better way to learn about our county’s heritage-rich buildings than by visiting these popular tourist attractions and immersing yourself in the wonderful ambiance of the castles.
Here are seven jewels in and near Derbyshire that make grand, sumptuous days out.
5. Kenilworth Castle, Castle Road, Kenilworth CV8 1NG
The incredible history of this castle sees its origins go as far back as 1120. This gem of a castle is around 75 minutes away from Derby city centre. | English Heritage
6. Lincoln Castle, Castle Hill, Lincoln LN1 3AA
This ancient castle's astonishing history includes it being home to an original 1215 Magna Carta. Lincoln Castle is less than 2 hours away from Derby city centre. | NKDC
7. Tamworth Castle, Holloway, Tamworth B79 7NA
Explore almost 1,000 years of history at Tamworth Castle from its early Anglo-Saxon roots to its life as a museum today. This fabulous tourist attraction is around 50 minutes away from Derby city centre. | Getty Images