October 16th & 17th, wonderful setting for a Steampunk Market, quirky retail therapy in the world’s first factory, now the Museum of Making with fantastic exhibits and a unique “hands on” approach, a completely different style of museum.
Derby is centrally located, good road and rail connections, and has for centuries been a centre for manufacturing and mechanical engineering – Rolls Royce, the Derby Locomotive Works (parts remain as Bombardier), Smith of Derby Clockmakers, Royal Crown Derby Porcelain, Toyota….
Free Entry!!