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Derby is a town with an extensive history. It is located in the east Midlands. There was originally a Roman camp at this spot as it is right on the Derwent River. The camp has been dated to be over 2,000 years old. There are also some other known sites of Roman forts as well as archaeological evidence that the Vikings and Anglo-Saxons may have co-existed.

This city was very important during the industrial revolution as the technology that was created in the town was a catalyst for the industrial revolution. The very first water powered mills were in Derby with the first of these being a silk mill and another being a cotton mill. There was a huge advancement in hosiery as the Derby Rib Attachment was developed in Derby and all major manufacturers used this machine.

Cotton spinning mills and water powered cotton spinning mills were developed in Derby which was a catalyst for the rest of the industrial revolution. Derby was the center for manufacturer engineering and also exported many tools. It was in Derby that the North Midland Railway set up shop and when it merged with another line, Derby became the headquarters for the Midland Railway.

There are many public parks found throughout the city and many of them were created during Victorian times. Just north of the city center is Derwent Park and Darley Park. You can view plenty of birds and other wildlife. You also can stroll the river walk that begins in Darley Park to Allestree Park and Markeaton Park. There is also an arboretum in town that was inspired by Central Park found in NYC.

Almost all of the parks originally were opened during Victorian times. There is a homage to Central Park in New York City, as the arboretum was designed after this park.

The cathedral of All Saints is known as Derby cathedral and is actually one of the smallest of all Anglican churches found throughout England. The original church was constructed in 943 but that no longer exists and the present church was built in the 14th century. The ring of bells in Derby cathedral is quite famous as they are the oldest found in the country. Many people also visit the cathedral to view the nests of peregrine falcons found in the tower.

Pickford’s House Museum is a Georgian town house that was built by John Pickford, a prominent architect. The ground floor was kept as it would be during Pickford’s residence while the other rooms show 18th and 19th century costumes. Pickford House was originally built to display his work and gain new contracts.

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