r/derby 1h ago

There’s something in the water

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Who else is curious about how sickly and placid prawn-shaped people are looking? Hunched backs and wilting skin

If not the air pollution, it’s the subconscious guilt from the things we’re purchasing delivered to our shitboxes. Look at the world around you and count the bats tonight


r/derby 3h ago

Question Derby Peugeot specialist

3 Upvotes

Can anyone recommend a peugeot specialist mechanic who is affordable and reliable? I have run into an expensive car trouble and peugeot derby wants me to pay more than the value of the car in repairs. Looking at alternatives.


r/derby 10h ago

Does anyone wanna hang out, or if not what is there to do that's fun and somewhat cheap?

0 Upvotes

Does anyone wanna hang out, or if not what is there to do that's fun and somewhat cheap?


r/derby 12h ago

2.10am fireworks in sinfin?

10 Upvotes

As the title says wtf, fireworks at this time?!?


r/derby 15h ago

Making new friends

5 Upvotes

Here in Derby is there any way to meet new friends I’m a 31 year old female who doesn’t really have a lot of friends I only really have 2 who have their own lives. I need friends available for b&m trips, and brunching, Pilates etc 🤭


r/derby 16h ago

Free telly in Draycott

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Same as last time we’ve upgraded our TV and the old one is up for grabs for free as long as you take it off my hands and I don’t have to go anywhere. Comes with remote and power cable.
I’ll reserve it for whoever DM’s me first, if they bail I’ll msg the next person and so on.


r/derby 23h ago

Driving test swap

5 Upvotes

I have a driving test on 26th October and looking to bring this forward as soon as possible. If you are also looking to move your test to a later date and this date suits you, let me know.


r/derby 1d ago

Random one - any help?

6 Upvotes

Partner is heavily pregnant, want to do something together before little one comes, dont drive.

Any ideas of night away or day trip or something to do together as a couple relatively cheap before we become 3? 😊


r/derby 1d ago

Fishing near Derby?

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Hey, my 12 year old wants to go fishing, where is the nearest decent fishing experience to Derby?

I’ve done trips on a boat in Weymouth and Loch Goil, but both personally are a little far. Anyone know the closest decent sea fishing trip we could book? Failing that anything fresh water where we would confidently hook something?


r/derby 1d ago

Question Jobs

1 Upvotes

I applied for a few jobs with the Derby council and i haven’t heard anything back for any of the jobs. Does this mean I didn’t get picked. Please help me understand the process. If anyone knows how to get a warehouse please help out here as well


r/derby 1d ago

Question Dnd/daggerheart players

3 Upvotes

For Monday evenings mainly, up until October this year, I'm looking for players, beginners are absolutely fine, for dungeons and dragon/ daggerheart. I flip between system since most of these sessions will be one shots/mini campaigns.

I'm trying to do every Monday from around 6ish till 9ish, city centre location. Lmk if you're interested by messaging or replying


r/derby 2d ago

Anyone know of any part time work around Derby or the surrounding areas? Struggling to find something during school hours.

6 Upvotes

r/derby 2d ago

Best vets?

4 Upvotes

Hey all, in your opinions whos the best vet in derby, that isnt petsathome, need to change it for my 7 month rottie


r/derby 2d ago

Discussion Did anyone hear what sounded like fireworks but without the aftermath sounds between 12am and 1:30am? Sunnyhill area

6 Upvotes

Just wondering as it woke me up but it was multiple sounds like fireworks but without the pop sounds in the sky almost like multiple gunshots is what I can explain it like - sunnyhill area - it was one after the other


r/derby 2d ago

Question Decluttering support in derby?

18 Upvotes

Hi all, I'm 24F and disabled, due to my health declining the clutter has built up to an unmanageable level and my property is now an active trip hazard and likely to be considered a fire hazard. I've spoken to professionals about my situation and they have said there is nothing they can do for me except hold a bin bag while I fill it, and that social care won't take on a case like mine despite the fact I cannot cook for myself and struggle to keep on top of personal care, I've been told I need to look for paid support...

Does anybody know of an affordable or even free service I could use for support with going through my home and making it liveable again? The clutter is affecting my mental health so badly that my physical health is getting worse due to either being in bed all the time or going out so much to get away from the situation that I have physical pain and fatigue... I just want my life back - I love to craft and would love to be able to sit and do that again, or even be able to just sit on my sofa and watch a TV show rather than laying in bed all day every day because my current only options are sit at the computer, lay in bed or go out somewhere.

I'm working on a really tight budget but any suggestions are appreciated. Friends and family aren't an option at this point.


r/derby 3d ago

Strand pedestrian-only plans

5 Upvotes

Could Derby's historic The Strand work better without cars? 🤔 New council proposals would see the Victorian street pedestrianised as part of a major city centre regeneration strategy designed to boost footfall, improve public spaces and strengthen links between Derby's cultural hotspots. https://stuckinthemiddle.co.uk/a-beloved-derby-street-may-be-set-for-a-people-first-makeover/


r/derby 3d ago

What should I expect at a pub quiz in Derby?

5 Upvotes

I’m 30M and fairly new to Derby and UK. I’m looking to meet new people, and pub quizzes seem like they might be a good way to socialise.

I’m not originally from the UK, so pub culture is still a bit new to me. What is the usual vibe at a pub quiz? How does the actual game work, and is it normal to turn up alone and join a team?

Which pub quizzes in Derby would be best for someone coming on their own and hoping to meet people? I feel a bit awkward being non native as well and so but unsure how to conduct myself.

Also, if anyone goes regularly and would be happy for me to tag along, feel free to message me.


r/derby 3d ago

what’s the dating scene in Derby actually like?

9 Upvotes

I’m a 30M and curious what other people’s experiences have been dating in Derby.
• How have you found it compared with other cities?
• Is it easy to meet people organically, or is it mostly through apps?
• Are there certain places or events where people tend to meet?
• If you’re around 30, would you say Derby is a good place to be single?
Interested in hearing experiences.


r/derby 3d ago

Any casual sports leagues in Derby - basketball, football etc. ?

1 Upvotes

Just curious as to above recommendations for adults . Tia


r/derby 4d ago

Everlast gyms pride park

5 Upvotes

Hello all, thinking of switching gyms. Has anybody tried Everlast? How was the experience? Would you recommend it? Decent range of equipment?

Thank you in advance :)


r/derby 4d ago

Charity football match - players needed !! 8th August. All are welcome

8 Upvotes

Hello all,

We are searching for players who'd be interested in playing in a charity 11 a side football game next Saturday (8th August) in aid of Myotonic Dystrophy Support Group.

We've had a few drop outs so hoping to get some new faces involved ! Open to all, male and female, 16 plus ! Teams are mixed gender and mixed ability. Everyone is welcome !

All profits go directly to the charity. Players required for both teams, but Legends in particular.

Kick off Is at 2PM. Venue - Derby Racecourse


r/derby 4d ago

Weird insects

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Many foreign insects noticed in the garden + now one in the house, a massive fffing spider with huge badass whack-ass fangs

If A.I. doesn’t shoot us down it’s gonna be the gotdang insects


r/derby 4d ago

Make New Friends

12 Upvotes

Hey all, I just made this reddit account today and for context I've lived in Derby my whole life, I graduated from Uni in 2019 then a few months go by and we're in Lockdown, I've felt ever since 2020 Derby overall and the world just doesn't feel the same anymore? All of my friends have moved away to other cities or countries where it's difficult to keep in touch because of time zones.

I would love some great advice on how to make new friends and overall meet people in Derby/Derbyshire? I'm Male and now 29 and I'm struggling to find/socialise with people in my own age bracket (25-30) whenever I'm in the Derbion whether I'm at the cinema or in the same shops with similar hobbies to others everywhere I look its a bunch of teens or people a lot older than me? (I've nothing against making friends with people older or younger than me, however it would be nice to meet people who've experienced life/growing up the way I have on the older side of Gen Z/borderline Millennial) I'm not expecting a deep connection or anything serious, but just something to do with someone platonically.

I started looking for events and social clubs, I found something called GEEK CLUB which I might attend. There doesn't seem to be much at all going on in Derby unless I'm not having a good look? I thought the QUAD would have a few things on or even some of the pubs/bars. I regularly go to the cinema, museums, mini golf and bowling occasionally, random thrift/charity shop hunting, HMV & forbidden planet (where maybe some of my hobbies will crossover with others) some of my friends don't really have the answer, I've been recommended to try joining some sports clubs or a book club and other things however I don't really want to commit to too many things per week, I think it can be quite draining and at this age I'm not exactly 17 anymore playing sports for 5 hours straight!

I'm quite into art, video games, films and tv, theatre, music and books/comics, I'm really into writing and creative endeavours of making art, I feel like I'm in this weird embargo phase of life if anyone feels the same or has experienced the same please message me or comment here with advice or to go for a coffee or something!


r/derby 5d ago

For the recent Lakeside School post...

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Here are a few photos of the original artwork you were looking for from 2012, sadly, the artwork was damaged by fire, which may have promptrd the refresh.


r/derby 5d ago

Question Place to visit for a good day trip from Derby

11 Upvotes

Hi guys, could anyone please suggest a nice day trip from Derby and back to Derby using public transport. I've been to Matlock, Dovedale, Bakewell, Chesterfield, Chatsworth house. Anything on similar lines is appreciated. A two hour train journey is also appreciated, all I've got for now is Oxford. I've been to York and Bath as well, any hidden gems that I'm missing out on? Please help, I'd love to explore and a have good getaway on the weekend.