Local Area Info

Nottinghamshire

Nottingham is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city with an abundance of leisure opportunities for residents and visitors alike. We pride ourselves on offering a lively programme of Arts and Events throughout the year, including multi-cultural festivals. Our Museums and Galleries rival the best in the country, with high-calibre touring exhibitions as well as permanent displays. We are also proud of our Libraries, which are highly valued by many in the community.

The City also offers a year-round programme of Sports events and activities for all, as well as 10 Leisure Centres offering a diverse programme of health and fitness options at affordable prices.Residents and visitors can also enjoy our Parks and Recreation facilities, with award-winning sites enhancing our green and pleasant city.

Details of all what Nottingham has to offer can be found at the Nottingham City Council web site. Click Here

Derbyshire

A city that literally changed the world - Derby was the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Today Derby shares the best of both worlds, a vibrant, contemporary yet traditional city scene, complimented by the glorious surrounding countryside of Derbyshire and the Peak District.

Well known as a warm-hearted city, Derby City has a wide range of retail experiences including boutique shopping and bustling markets. Take time to unwind and relax in stylish restaurants or award-winning cafes. Free museums complement Derby's parks including Derby Arboretum, England's first designated public park. For the very best in music, comedy, pantomime, contemporary and classic dramas visit Derby Playhouse, Assembly Rooms or Guildhall Theatre.

Derby is also home to the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site and one of the UK's largest CAMRA Beer Festivals. With more ghostly sightings than York.

To see what Derby has to offer visit The Derby City Council Web Site. Click Here