Silk Mill Derby

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1. Asher ★★★★☆

   I had the Derby rib. The portion was good. The burger was good, two smash patties and beef shin on top. It would have been nice if there was more inside that wasn't beef.

   almost 4 months ago
2. richard fleckney ★★★★★

   Excellent place for a quiet beer and a bite to eat. Wide selection of beers etc. and a decent selection of nosh. Close to the city centre but just off the beaten track. Spotlessly clean,friendly,helpful staff and a lovely laid back atmosphere with some decent background music wafting around. There’s an outside beer garden type place with a smoking shelter that could be mistaken for a sauna ! Well worth a visit.

   almost 6 months ago
3. Kamaldeep Singh ★★★★★

   Derby Silk Mill, located in the heart of Derby, is a fascinating blend of history, innovation, and interactive learning. Known as the world’s first factory, it’s part of the UNESCO Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, and you can really feel the weight of history as soon as you step inside. The museum does a wonderful job of telling the story of Derby’s industrial heritage while making it accessible and engaging for all ages. The exhibits are thoughtfully arranged, covering everything from the city’s pioneering role in the Industrial Revolution to modern-day engineering marvels. There’s a strong hands-on element — with workshops, maker spaces, and interactive displays — making it a great spot for families and curious minds alike. The staff and volunteers are friendly, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the mill’s legacy. The building itself is beautifully restored, mixing its historic charm with modern touches. Plus, the riverside location makes for a pleasant stroll before or after your visit. If you’re interested in history, engineering, or just want an inspiring day out, Derby Silk Mill is a must-visit. It’s not just a museum — it’s a place where past and future meet.

   almost 6 months ago

1. The Ground Below ★★★★★

   Excellent pub! I visited here on a Saturday evening with my wife as we were staying at the Premier Inn a few minutes walk away, after watching a show at The Vaillant. So from a location perspective it’s excellent and it’s with a short walking distance of the locations mentioned above and is an excellent choice if you’re not wanting to be in very busy and lively city centre pubs. The staff here were super attentive, friendly and efficient. The pub has an excellent outdoor area, spacious and well laid out. The inside of the pub looks really nice, good decor, clean, plenty of seating available. Good choice of drinks and bar snacks, we didn’t eat here so cannot comment on any food offering. Prices were as expected for a city pub of this standard. Toilets were clean despite the number of customers. My wife made a point of telling me that the ladies was spotless and had sanitary items available for free which she was very impressed about.

   almost 7 months ago
2. Thinasha Mendis ★★★★★

   Great pub in the city center. Got both indoor and outdoor seating. Good variety of beer available and they also do a meal service other than just pub food. Drinks can be walk-in but if you are going for food, a reservation is recommended. Staff is friendly and fast which is always good to see. Ideal if you are looking for a pub without leaving the city center.

   almost 8 months ago
3. Paul White ★★☆☆☆

   Went in for a pre-booked works Christmas meal in the early evening. Great atmosphere and selection of beers. However, we arrived at 5.00 and some of us didn't get mains until 7.30. The mains came at different times and there was no communication from the staff to say what was going on. The food was nice when it arrived. There was also no area sectioned off for us to sit so we had to sort out tables ourselves.

   almost 3 years ago

1. Liu Connie ★★★★★

   Fish & Chips were crispy and burned hot. Good and friendly service. I’ll be back. I had rib eye today. Medium rare, juicy and yummy!

   almost 3 years ago
2. Clare Booth ★★★★★

   What a great place, first visit there to celebrate our 12th wedding anniversary (silk) and the food was fantastic the staff were incredible and it was great value for money. Can't wait to go back and have already recommended to friends and family. Thanks for making our anniversary meal so special x

   almost 3 years ago
3. Fay walker ★★★★★

   Took our grandchildren here for lunch today and we were really impressed.. Fantastic freindly service and the food was excellent and very good value for money £32 50 for 2 children and 2 adults including drinks

   almost 4 years ago

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