The Town and Civil Parish of Belper in the Amber Valley District of the County of Derbyshire
In Derbyshire’s Amber Valley district, approximately seven miles north of Derby on the River Derwent lies the town and civil parish of Belper. It was originally the centre of nail making industry that expanded during the industrial revolution and to become one of the first mill towns with the establishment of several textile mills. Steeped in history, this town features beautiful streets and historic courtyards packed with a wealth of fascinating and historic architectures. With a wealth of leisure facilities, amenities, stunning sights and tourist attractions, this town is a perfect and ideal destination for family holidays and relaxing vacations.
King street is the main shopping centre of the town; it houses a Morrisons and Co-operative supermarkets. It also has a parade of traditional high street shops, local businesses and various shopping facilities to offer a good retail therapy that shoppers will enjoy. From the top high street brands, all the way to various goods and products this town will surely have something to satisfy every shopper.
Belper is also an excellent dining destination that offers a delectable selection of restaurants, pubs, cafes and various eateries. Serving fine drinks and mouthwatering meals, it is a destination that every culinary enthusiast will love. The nightlife in this town is also another thing to enjoy. With its great array of bars and clubs, socialising during the night is an excellent feature this town offers.
Things to See and Do in Belper
One of the most popular historic sites in this town is the Heage Windmill, as one of its top landmarks, it is a spot that every tourist will surely enjoy. For lovely afternoons the Belper River Gardens is the perfect spot to check out, it is a very inspiring place that visitors will love. There are more attractions in this town, and all of them are just waiting for visitors. So if you are looking to spend your holidays in Derbyshire, check out this town.

