Derby

Overview

Why we love Derby

Derby is one of those cities that quietly gets on with being brilliant. Home to Rolls-Royce, Toyota, and a heritage that stretches back to the birth of the Industrial Revolution, it's a city that makes things happen — without making a fuss about it. The Derwent Valley Mills are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the food scene is genuinely surprising, and the people are some of the friendliest you'll meet anywhere. Whether you're here for work at one of the city's major employers, visiting the Royal Derby Hospital, or simply looking for a weekend away somewhere different, Derby rewards the curious.

Derby is one of the best-connected cities in the Midlands — less than 90 minutes from London by train, with Birmingham and Nottingham on your doorstep. For contractors and business travellers, the city's major employers are all within easy reach. For families and weekenders, there's the Peak District on your doorstep, a buzzing independent food scene, and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. Our serviced apartments offer everything a hotel does — but with more space, a proper kitchen, and the freedom to feel at home.