Summery weather may well have you researching things to do as you try to make the most of the sunshine.
Luckily there are plenty of ace things to do in Derby, some we feel that are downright magical.
Derby is a city that can be great fun, which is why we have curated a round-up of magical things to do in Derby.
You can make a day of it and enjoy the delights of Derby for a whole day, or if you’re on a time limit, you can slot these activities around lunch and dinner.
If you’re only in the city for a few hours and want a bite to eat, there are plenty of good restaurants in Derby that serve scrumptious fayre.
The newly opened Derby Market Hall - which also features on our magical things to do list - offers a great mix of food traders.
Other popular restaurants in the city include The Dining Room on Friar Gate, while Derbion shopping centre also has a bustling food court with big brand names including Carluccio’s and Wagamama.
If you think we’ve missed a magical place off the list please email [email protected] and we’ll take a look.
1. Derby Market Hall, Tennant Street, Derby DE1 2DB
The £35.1m Derby Market Hall is set to open this weekend. We think it is magical as it is set to provide a fabulous day out for the whole family. Want a bite to eat? Enjoy Jerk chicken, or terrific Tikka Tales' dishes. Fancy a spot of afternoon drinking? Head to Caffè Prosecco for a tipple with a view. | Ria Ghei
2. Bluebell Farm, Locko Road, Derby DE21 7AR
Enjoy a day out with a twist. Get hands-on with your favourite farm animals in the 45-minute Animal Experiences where you can stroke, feed, brush, and learn all about them with one of the lovely farmers. Choose from alpacas, goats, Highland cows, pigs, rabbits, sheep, tortoise and more. Finish the day with an ice cream and coffee at the onsite cafe to top off a magical day out. | Bluebell Dairy Derby
3. Museum of Making, Silk Mill Lane, Derby DE1 3AF
Step foot inside Museum of Making and gaze upwards. What you will, may well take your breath away. The Rolls Royce Trent 1000 aero engine suspended in the air is just one of the highlights at Derby Museum of Making. It is a critically acclaimed museum attracting crowds from across the country. The River Kitchen is their fabulous on-site cafe that serves brunch, lunch, coffee, lager and more. | Ria Ghei
4. Pickford’s House Museum, 41 Friar Gate, Derby DE1 1DA
Duck into Pickford’s House for a glimpse into the Georgian era. Hosts in Georgian costume often greet visitors and talk to them about the beautiful Grade I listed building, whilst answering any burning questions they may have about life in the 1700s. The current Dracula exhibition celebrates the very cool fact of Dracula's world premiere taking place at The Grand Theatre on Babington Lane, Derby. | Google Street View