Darley Abbey Travel Guide
Derby
Visit Darley Abbey
Popular places to visit
Donington Park Racing Circuit
You can take time to visit Donington Park Racing Circuit during your travels to Castle Donington. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.
Pride Park Stadium
Catch an event at Pride Park Stadium during your trip to Derby. Visit the spas and cosy cafes in this relaxing area.
Kedleston Hall
You can learn about the history of Derby with a stop at Kedleston Hall. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.
Elvaston Castle
Take a leisurely stroll around the grounds of a stately home to admire its formal gardens, enjoy a picnic on the lush lawns and spot varied wildlife.
Derby Cathedral
Famed for the panoramic views from its soaring clock tower, this ancient religious landmark is also home to a series of striking medieval graves.
Melbourne Hall
Tour the well-appointed rooms of the manor house of a 900-year-old estate and go for a stroll around its ornamental garden.
Things to do
Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am)
Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History
Top hotels in Darley Abbey
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
Lovely hotel on the university grounds. We chose it because it was dog friendly and it ended up being perfect! We were put on the ground floor with patio doors leading out to the park area, which was great for our dog, super easy.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway
The room & public areas of the Gateway Double Tree (Nottm) were spotless, the staff friendly and, most importantly (with snow on the ground WARM
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Park Plaza Nottingham
The room was fabulous, it had a really comfy bed, the pillow's were perfect, the room itself was extremely spacious, there were little extras like we had biscuits left with the tea and coffee and an ice bucket which we used. The towells in the bathroom were huge and soft. The reception staff were ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
Check in was perfect Alex was great, she showed us were our room was and booked a taxi for us. Room was perfectly spotless and great view of the gardens. Also had food in the restaurant again was outstanding. The faciluties are fantastic. We will be back to stay would definiyely book for a spa ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Derby Mickleover Hotel, BW Signature Collection
old hotel but clean and friendly staff. pool was being fixed so got 4 drinks tokens for the inconvenience. overall a good stay.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Nottingham Belfry Hotel & Spa
Decent room and good breakfast
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Darley Abbey
Cathedral Quarter
While visiting Cathedral Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Derby Museum and Art Gallery and Derby Computer Museum.
Derby City Centre
If you're spending some time in Derby City Centre, Quad and Derby Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
St Peters Quarter
While visiting St Peters Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Derbion and Derbion.
Pride Park
Pride Park is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Pride Park Stadium or Derby Arena.
Alvaston
Alvaston might not have many top sights, but Elvaston Castle and Elvaston Castle Country Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Chellaston
While there might not be top attractions in Chellaston, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Elvaston Castle and Elvaston Castle Country Park.
