Derby Audio Tour: Echoes Through Time and Tradition

Schedule

Tue, 30 Sep, 2025 at 11:00 am to Thu, 30 Oct, 2025 at 11:00 pm

UTC+00:00

Location

Derby Cathedral | Derby, EN

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Self-guided audio tour of Derby. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.
About this Event
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Above photo: Wikimedia Commons contributor, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

 



Embark on the Whispers of Derby: Echoes Through Time and Tradition

In Derby, secrets hide beneath the shimmer of modern glass and the echoes of ancient hymns. This self-guided audio tour winds through streets bursting with untold stories and glimpses of glory often missed by even the most curious explorers. Which grand scandal saw holy ground swapped for silver screens in a single dramatic twist? What shadowy moment almost left Derby’s beating theatrical heart forever silent? And is there really still a hint of pipe organ music wafting on the breeze outside a shopping mecca?

Trace the footsteps of rebels and dreamers, journeying from sacred chapels to bustling theatres and futuristic arcades. With each step, layers of political upheaval, reinvention, forgotten laughter, and scandal unfurl before your eyes. By journey’s end, Derby won’t just be a city—it’ll be an epic stage set alive with memory and possibility.

Uncover what lurks behind Derby’s familiar faces. Your adventure starts now.


 


🗺️ Tour Details
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  • Duration: 2 hours 12 minutes
  • Distance: Around 3.9 km (2.4 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 1h 17min
  • Stops: 15 captivating landmarks including Derby Cathedral, Old Grammar School, Derby, BBC Radio Derby

Experience the charm of Derby like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.


 


🎒 What's Included

  • Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Derby's history to life
  • Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  • Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  • Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience

 


ℹ️ Important Info

  • This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  • You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  • You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  • The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  • Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!

 


📲 Getting Started is Easy!

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Derby on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.


 


👥 Who's It For?

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.


 


🎧 What is AllTours?
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AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!


With AllTours, you'll experience:



  • Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  • Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  • Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  • Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  • Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.


 


📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:


  • ⛪  Congregational Chapel, Derby (2min)
  • 🎭  Derby Theatre (5min)
  • 📍  Derbion (3min)
  • ⛪  St Peter's Church, Derby (5min)
  • 🏫  Old Grammar School, Derby (1min)
  • ⛪  St. James Priory, Derby (5min)
  • ⛪  St Werburgh's Church, Derby (4min)
  • 🏛️  Derby Museum and Art Gallery (5min)
  • ⛪  Derby Cathedral (5min)
  • ⛪  St Michael's Church, Derby (2min)
  • 📍  BBC Radio Derby (5min)
  • ⛪  St Helen's Priory, Derby (3min)
  • ⛪  St Alkmund's Church, Derby (4min)
  • ⛪  St Mary's Church, Derby (3min)
  • 📍  Derby Silk Mill (2min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.


 




🏛️ Additional City Topics

Learn even more about Derby with these bonus audio stories available in the app:


  • 🏛️    Toponymy (2min)
  • 🏛️    16th–18th Centuries (2min)
  • 🏛️    Industrial Revolution (3min)
  • 🏛️    20th Century To Present Day (5min)
  • 🌍    Derby Urban Area (3min)
  • 🌍    Climate (1min)
  • 🎭    Local Government (2min)
  • 🎭    UK Parliament (1min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.


 


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Above photo: Nick Moyes, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Wikimedia Commons contributor, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Chris Harris, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.

 


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Above photo: Janet Roberts, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

 


 


🌍 Available Languages

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:



🇬🇧 English  • 
🇫🇷 French  • 
🇪🇸 Spanish  • 
🇩🇪 German  • 
🇮🇹 Italian  • 
🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 
🇷🇺 Russian  • 
🇯🇵 Japanese  • 
🇨🇳 Chinese  • 
🇳🇱 Dutch  • 
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 
🇸🇦 Arabic  • 
🇰🇷 Korean  • 
🇸🇪 Swedish  • 
🇩🇰 Danish  • 
🇫🇮 Finnish  • 
🇵🇱 Polish  • 
🇨🇿 Czech  • 
🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 
🇬🇷 Greek  • 
🇹🇷 Turkish  • 
🇮🇳 Hindi  • 
🇦🇱 Albanian  • 
🇪🇹 Amharic  • 
🇦🇲 Armenian  • 
🇧🇩 Bengali  • 
🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 
🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 
🇲🇲 Burmese  • 
🇪🇸 Catalan  • 
🇭🇷 Croatian  • 
🇪🇪 Estonian  • 
🇬🇪 Georgian  • 
🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 
🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 
🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 
🇮🇳 Kannada  • 
🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 
🇱🇻 Latvian  • 
🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 
🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 
🇲🇾 Malay  • 
🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 
🇮🇳 Marathi  • 
🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 
🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 
🇮🇷 Persian  • 
🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 
🇷🇴 Romanian  • 
🇷🇸 Serbian  • 
🇸🇰 Slovak  • 
🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 
🇸🇴 Somali  • 
🇰🇪 Swahili  • 
🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 
🇮🇳 Tamil  • 
🇮🇳 Telugu  • 
🇹🇭 Thai  • 
🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 
🇵🇰 Urdu  • 
🇻🇳 Vietnamese


 


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