A Museum of Industry specialising in Aero Engines, Railways, Textiles and other aspects of Derby's Heritage. Pickford's House, a Grade One listed building, was built in 1770 by architect Joseph Pickford as his family home and work premises. Ashby - a royalist stronghold. Tour the impressive ruins of a grand medieval castle within extensive and beautiful grounds. Where miners once spent long gruelling hours underground at the former Snibston Colliery, visitors of all ages can now have hours of fun unravelling the mysteries of science and technology.
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Distances by road will be longer. The Priest House on the River, nestled on the banks of the River Trent, surrounded by 56 acres of mature woodland and countryside has been lovingly transformed from an ancient Norman Mill. Located on the M1 close to Derby, the Travelodge at Donington Park provides contemporary quality accommodation and an ideal base for exploring the Derbyshire countryside. The hotel is located close to the M1, J24 and is an ideal location for visiting Donington Park and to 'Park and Fly'. The Express by Holiday Inn is a contemporary and stylish hotel offering free car parking and excellent value for money.