Its range of shopping facilities has been dramatically transformed to place it among the leading cities of the Midlands. Traditional markets have also played a key role in shaping the shopping scene of Derbyshire towns like Chesterfield and Bakewell , but visitors will find that all the county's towns are well-stocked with shops which cater for all tastes. Out in the rural areas, Derbyshire can offer quaint village shops, a flourishing network of garden centres and an array of local crafts for sale. Castleton is renowned for its Blue John jewellery, and you can find the county's largest craft shop at the unique Caudwell's Mill in Rowsley. If you're looking for a real bargain, don't forget to try Derbyshire's many factory shops, which offer a vast range of products at excellent prices.
Factory shops provide an outlet for producers to sell their goods directly to the public.
There are factory shops all over the county, selling items such as clothing, glassware, tableware, lighting and furniture. Famous-name firms on the factory shop trail include Derwent Crystal, Royal Crown Derby and Denby Pottery, where visitors can also enjoy a glimpse of the painstaking artistry and traditional skills for which such companies have become renowned.