PARKS AND GARDENS
Derby is fortunate in having many fine open spaces all within easy reach of the city centre.
There are in fact more than 300 areas of public open space in the city, covering over 2,000 acres of land available for everyone to enjoy.
The Arboretum claims the distinction of being the first public park in England. It was donated to the people of Derby in 1840 by local mill owner Joseph Strutt.
The larger parks have a wide range of facilities that attract both local people and visitors to the city.
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