Nature reserves, parks & green spaces in Derby

Showing 1–50 of 325 locations in Derby, East Midlands.

A compact city in the Derwent valley, with Darley Park and riverside walks along the Derwent, backed by the Peak District uplands to the west.

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Allestree Park

Urban park· 221 ha

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Markeaton Park

Urban park· 127 ha

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ALLESTREE PARK

Allestree Park is a Local Nature Reserve covering 88 hectares located in Derby, East Midlands. Visitors will find expansive parkland and woodlands, suitable for walking, jogging, and birdwatching, along with a range of tree species across the site.

Nature reserve· 88 ha

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Mickleover Golf Course

Golf course· 79 ha

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Alvaston Park

Urban park· 68 ha

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Derby Golf Club

Golf course· 68 ha

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Darley Park

Urban park· 64 ha

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Sunnydale Park

Urban park· 52 ha

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Chaddesden Park

Urban park· 49 ha

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Race Course Fields

Urban park· 42 ha

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Darley Playing Fields

Urban park· 36 ha

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Osmaston Park

Urban park· 31 ha

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Sinfin Moor Park

Urban park· 30 ha

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Allestree Park

Broadleaved· 29 ha

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Millennium Wood

Urban park· 25 ha

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SINFIN MOOR

Sinfin Moor is a 24-hectare Local Nature Reserve in Derby, East Midlands, England. Visitors can explore wetland and meadow habitats, which support diverse wildlife, including migratory birds, with walking routes available for outdoor activities.

Nature reserve· 24 ha

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Griffe Field Park

Urban park· 22 ha

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King George V Playing Fields

Urban park· 21 ha

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Oakwood Park

Urban park· 20 ha

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Derwent Park

Urban park· 20 ha

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NOTTINGHAM ROAD CEMETERY

Grade II registered historic park and garden

Historic· 19 ha

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Derby Arboretum

Urban park· 19 ha

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Clemson's Park

Urban park· 14 ha

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Normanton Park

Urban park· 14 ha

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Rykneld Rec

Urban park· 14 ha

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Pit Close Lane Recreation Ground

Broadleaved· 14 ha

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Allestree Park

Broadleaved· 14 ha

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SUNNYDALE PARK

Sunnydale Park is a 13-hectare Local Nature Reserve in Derby, East Midlands. Visitors can enjoy diverse habitats that support local wildlife, including birds and rabbits, with pathways for walking and relaxation.

Nature reserve· 13 ha

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Derby Racecourse Roman vicus and cemetery

Scheduled Monument

Historic· 13 ha

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THE SANCTUARY

The Sanctuary is a Local Nature Reserve covering 12 hectares in Derby, East Midlands. It includes a range of habitats such as wetlands and woodlands, supporting species like frogs and a diverse bird population for visitors to observe.

Nature reserve· 12 ha

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CHELLASTON BRICKWORKS

Chellaston Brickworks is a Local Nature Reserve covering 12 hectares in Derby, East Midlands. The site includes wetlands and grasslands that attract a range of bird species and insects, providing opportunities for nature walks and wildlife photography.

Nature reserve· 12 ha

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Sunnyhill Recreational Ground

Urban park· 11 ha

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DARLEY AND NUTWOOD

Darley and Nutwood is a 10-hectare Local Nature Reserve in Derby, East Midlands, England. It encompasses woodlands and meadows, providing habitats for birds, insects, and small mammals, while offering walking paths for visitors.

Nature reserve· 10 ha

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CHADDESDEN WOODS AND LIME LANE WOOD

Chaddesden Woods and Lime Lane Wood is a Local Nature Reserve covering 10 hectares in Derby, East Midlands. This site offers a mix of ancient woodlands and meadows where visitors can observe a range of bird species and engage in walking activities.

Nature reserve· 10 ha

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Allestree Park

Broadleaved· 10 ha

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MICKLEOVER MEADOWS

Mickleover Meadows is a 10-hectare Local Nature Reserve in Derby, East Midlands. The site features wet meadows and grasslands, providing habitat for various bird species and insects, suitable for walking and nature watching.

Nature reserve· 10 ha

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Chaddesden Wood

Broadleaved· 10 ha

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Darley Abbey Park

Broadleaved· 9 ha

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Wilmorton Allotments

Urban park· 9 ha

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