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DERBY HERITAGE WALK 2

VIII.   Continue to maintain the same direction through the Eagle Centre before turning left opposite the Playhouse Theatre, to walk through the indoor market – that replaces the former outdoor market whict once stood on the Morledge. Once outside, turn left and then right leading down to Albert Street.

20. THE PLAYHOUSE THEATRE 

The Playhouse began operations in temporary quarters shortly after the Second World War, before moving to Sacheverel Street in 1952. They remained here until 1975, when they moved to a purpose built theatre in the Eagle Centre, establishing it as one of Britain’s foremost professional subsidised regional theatres. Closed 2008 due to financial problems - set to reopen later in year.

21. EAST STREET 

Formerly known as Bag Street, it was renamed in 1883 and is at least 800 years old.

22. THE DERBY RAM STATUE 

An eight-foot high statue in Derbyshire gritstone, erected at the corner of Albion Street and East Street in 1995 following the completion of pedestrianisation in the city centre. The Ram has long standing military connections dating back to 1838, when the 95th Derbyshire Regiment of Foot acquired their first ram mascot in India. Another important link is the nickname for Derby County Football Club, who are known as ‘The Rams’.

23. CORN EXCHANGE 

Built in 1862, it has had a variety of uses and in 1897 became the Palace Theatre of Varieties before being taken over by the Derby Evening Telegraph in 1929.

24. OSNABRUCK SQUARE 

Named after Derby’s twin city in Germany, a stone pillar in the centre of the square announces that the German city is 500 miles away. The fish market that once stood in the square was demolished in 1981, and re-sited in the Lockup Yard off the Cornmarket.

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PLACES TO VISIT ON THIS WALK

Derby City Museum and Art Gallery (01332 716659) houses the prestigious Joseph Wright collection of paintings. A programme of special exhibitions supports permanent displays relating to the city’s archaeology, history, wildlife and local regiments. The brand new Ceramics Gallery provides an additional attraction. Open daily apart from during the Christmas and New Year Break.

The Market Hall, the Borough architect and surveyor designed the covered market Hall in 1864. It had a spectacular vaulted roof using iron from a nearby foundry. The Market Hall opened for business on the 29 May 1866, when it was given a rousing welcome with a gala concert and choir who sang the Messiah. The Market Hall closed for a short period in 1989 for a major refurbishment.

Derby City Museum and Art Gallery (01332 716659) houses the prestigious Joseph Wright collection of paintings. A programme of special exhibitions supports permanent displays relating to the city’s archaeology, history, wildlife and local regiments. The brand new Ceramics Gallery provides an additional attraction. Open daily apart from during the Christmas and New Year Break.

REFRESHMENTS

Derby Cathedral Coffee Shop, (tel. 01332 381685) located opposite the Cathedral Centre, offers an award winning cafe  and Gift Shop, selling local produce, a display of the Treasures of the Cathedral, a Biblical Garden and an Education Centre. The Coffee Shop serves light lunches, sandwiches, cakes and a wide range of teas and coffees. Open Monday to Saturday 9.30-4.30pm.

**The Coffee Shop, won Best Tea/Coffee Shop  in the 2004 Derbyshire Food and Drinks Awards.

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