Museums & Galleries · Matlock
Derby Museum and Art Gallery
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Photo: Malcolm Neal (CC BY-SA 2.0), via Wikimedia Commons
- World's largest collection of Joseph Wright of Derby's work
- Royal Lancers Museum with regimental military history displays
- Soldiers Story gallery covering Sherwood Foresters and Derbyshire Yeomanry
- Coffee House serving local food within the Ceramics Gallery
Derby Museum and Art Gallery, established in 1879 and gifted to the city by philanthropist Michael Thomas Bass, holds nationally important collections, including the world's largest collection of works by 18th-century artist Joseph Wright of Derby. You can explore galleries inspired by Enlightenment-era curiosity, science and industry, and visit the Royal Lancers Museum within the building, which tells the story of the regiment alongside the Sherwood Foresters and Derbyshire Yeomanry. After browsing, relax at The Coffee House within the Ceramics Gallery for locally sourced food. It suits art lovers, history enthusiasts and families alike. The museum sits in Matlock, Derbyshire, close to Derby station just 0.8 miles away, with 59 bookable places to stay within 5 miles for those planning a longer visit.
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- Best for
- Art, history and military heritage enthusiasts
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From the attraction's own website on 22 Sep 2026 — check before you travel.
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