About Derby- The city of Derby is in the East Midlands of England. It lies on the banks of the River Derwent and is surrounded by the shire county of Derbyshire. Derby has also become a significant cultural centre for the deaf community in the UK. Many deaf people relocate to Derby because of its strong sign language-using community it has been estimated that the deaf population in Derby is at least three times higher than the national average, and that only London has a larger deaf population.
Shopping - Shopping in Derby is divided into two main sections. Thhe older section is known as the Cathedral Quarter. This area includes a range of boutiques and coffee shops and is focused around the Cathedral.
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Westfield Derby (formerly The Eagle Centre) is the city's main indoor shopping centre. It contains a brand new food court, dominated by chains, and a 12 screen cinema which was opened on 16th May 2008.
Things to do - Derby has a number of public parks, many Victorian in origin. Darley and Derwent Parks, lie immediately north of the city centre and are home to owls, kingfishers and a wide variety of other wildlife. There is an attractive riverside walk and cycle path from Darley Park South to two other parks. The Friar Gate area of Derby is dominated by a number of clubs and bars, therefore making it the centre of Derby's nightlife. For days out with children see: www.kidsdaysout.co.uk/
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