Michael Bass was born in 1799. His family owned a brewery in Burton-on Trent, which had been founded by his … More
Category: Derbyshire
Derby Cathedral
Founded in the mid-10th century, the church was rebuilt in 1725 except for the tower which dates from the 16th … More
Derby Museum and Art Gallery
The Museum was opened in 1878 in a building it shared with the public library. It was extended when a … More
Bonnie Prince Charlie in Derby
Charles Edward Stuart was the grandson of King James II who had been forced to abdicate from the British throne … More
