The Art and Poetry Project

The ARG Vibrancy Grant

St Peters Quarter and Cathedral Quarter BID’s are working in partnership with Derby City Council to deliver a project as part of the Additional Restrictions Grant (ARG) Vibrancy Fund. The purpose of the grant funding is to create a more interesting environment for visitors to the city centre.

11 Exchange Street

This building is well known in Derby and was known as the ‘Co-op travel store’.

The Co-op society was formed in 1850 and had its central premises on Albert Street. By 1887 it had 5,058 members and by 1900 it had 37 branches.

Tee colourful artwork on these windows was designed by Carla aka LoveLaLaLand

Carla has previously had her artwork on display with Doodle Derby Ram as part of the Derby Ram Trail.

These windows also feature projections provided by QUAD.

Nationwide - East Street/Albion Street

Nationwide is the world’s largest building society with around 15 million members. It’s one of the largest savings providers, a top-three provider of mortgages in the UK & a major provider of current accounts, credit cards, ISAs & personal loans.

Lee Longlands

For over 110 years, Lee Longlands have been seeing the world differently. Sourcing authentic furniture from around the globe, they go the extra mile to to stock exclusive ranges.

Jillian Hart - Babington Lane

Jillian Hart Fashions is a high quality ladies fashion store providing a wide range of quality products and friendly service.   They also specialise in wedding outfits, special occasion wear, and evening wear. A super range of cocktail and long dresses are available all year round, ideal for cruising, and formal events. The wedding outfits are suitable for bride and grooms mothers, and less formal outfits for all guests.

28 Victoria Street

This unit is located a short walk from the ongoing Becketwell development and will hopefully be viewed by people walking towards the night-time economy of Derby City Centre.

The artwork has been created by Nottingham based Craig Proud.

The Bookcafe

The Bookcafe is an independent family run business and an establishment that everyone can come and enjoy. They have been serving homemade cakes and fantastic food from local sources around Derbyshire since 2003.

The Bookcafe is the perfect place for catching up with friends, have a quiet study break, or a quick lunch date.

Ashley Buckley Personal Tailoring - The Strand

Ashley Buckley Personal Tailoring provides specialist clothing alterations and repairs for ladies and gents.

Offering a bespoke made to measure service, bridalwear and evening wear are also a speciality.

11 – 12 Friar Gate

11 Friar Gate is a Grade II listed building, the description of the building from Historic England is that the building is an early but much restored timber-framed house; 2 storeys and attic in gables; 2 plain gables with restored bargeboards. Formerly a Public House but converted into modern shop. Interior retains ceiling beams and much of original character.

The window decoration is designed by Theodora Prassa.

 

11 – 12 Friar Gate

The window decoration is designed by Theodora Prassa.

Theodora borrows urban forms from public space and reinterprets them in new compositions. Repetition is often identified in her work, such as pattern, textures and digital image.

 

Foulds Guitars - The Strand Arcade

Foulds Guitars is a boutique guitar shop for beginners to professionals specialising in guitars for all styles. They also offer repairs, accessories, sound and recording equipment.

Smith Partnership - Friar Gate

Smith Partnership are one of the leading law firms in the East Midlands and many of the firms they represent are household names.
Commercial and Individual clients get the same attention to detail, proactive service and excellent value for money. Smith Partnership prides itself on offering a full range of services.

8 Iron Gate

8 Iron gate was previously home to Bennetts Department Store

Prior to Bennetts closing in 2019 the shop was described as the worlds oldest department store.

Artist Lynne Hollingsworth has designed this installation.  This is not the first time that Lynne’s artwork has been seen on the streets of Derby – the artist design two of the ram sculptures that were part of the Derby Ram Trail.

Canopy

Located in the heart of the Cathedral Quarter, Canopy started in 1992 as a luggage and handbag retailer. It has since evolved into a clothing and lifestyle store for both men and women.

Portobello - Queen Street

A favourite on the Cathedral Quarter food scene, Portobello spend their mornings making breakfasts, baking cakes and their legendary sausage rolls,  roasting meats, preparing seasonal soups and salads ready to takeaway come lunchtime and satisfy the heartiest of appetites.

Family Law - Iron Gate

Family Law Group specialise in all areas of family law including divorce, relationship breakdown, childcare law, finances and mediation.
They hold a free advice surgery every Tuesday from 2.00pm to 5.00pm by appointment only to provide legal advice on all areas of family law.

BEAR - Iron Gate

BEAR Derby sits slap-bang in the centre of the city’s iconic and beautiful Cathedral Quarter; the original hotspot for high-quality food and drink.

BEAR offers casual all-day dining from a locally-sourced menu, including an abundance of fresh seasonal treats.

St James Street/Cornmarket

This large unit on the corner of St James Street and Cornmarket used to house Barclays Bank.

The windows on the Corn Market side of the building are designed by Sofia Yala Rodrigues.

Sofia is a visual artist based in England and Portugal. Part of her current
work can be attributed to experimentation; the concept of her practice comes from curiosity about her family archives, history, migration,
identity and transatlantic realities.

The windows on the St James Street side of the building are designed by Joseph Winsborrow.

Joseph is an artist and writer currently based in Nottingham and his practice is heavily focused on personal rituals and utilising historic magical practice within his work. 

Tubo - The Strand Arcade

A small family run gift shop selling unique, quality made gifts that are sourced ethically, sustainably and affordable.

The Poetry Project

James McInerney has been running the Poetry Project since December 2018. Upon a visit to London, he was inspired by the Service Information boards on the London Underground that display train information and delays. James occasionally saw quotes from famous authors but never poetry. When he returned home he immediately messaged one of stations and was pleasantly surprised when they said yes. The aim of the project is to get poetry into places you wouldn’t normally see it and open people`s eyes to the joy of poetry. Since this project has been running, the response from the commuters has been amazing! 

Visit the Poetry Project Website and join in with the global participation of spreading a wellbeing message across the globe.

 

Keith Hall Hairdressing - Sadler Gate

KH Hair is one of the most established and best-known chain of hairdressing salons in the Country. Offering a friendly and warm service at each salon, it’s commitment to creativity, quality and client satisfaction has put all it’s salons in such demand.

Sally Montague - Sadler Gate

The award winning Sadler Gate space oozes charm through exposed brickwork, characterful design and reclaimed furnishings. A hairdressing home to some of our most experienced team members.

Breathing Space Yoga - George Street

Derby City Centre’s first Yoga Shala is not just beautiful, housed in the 17th century Coach House of Friar Gate, but also welcoming, cosy and full of personality.

Bus Station

Derby Bus Station serves the city of Derby, England. Derby. The new bus station at Derby in 2010.jpg. The new rebuilt bus station from 2010.

Card Factory - East Street

Chain retailer specialising in cards, gifts & party products, including balloons & wrapping.Our philosophy is simple. We aim to produce top quality cards and products at affordable prices.

The Hub of Hope

The Hub of Hope is the UK’s leading mental health support database. It is provided by national mental health charity, Chasing the Stigma, and brings local, national, peer, community, charity, private and NHS mental health support and services together in one place for the first time.

Visit the Hub of Hope

 

Coral - Victoria Street

Coral Racing Ltd is a licensed Betting Shop located at 34 Victoria Street in DERBY

Frites 33 - St Peters Street

A TASTE OF BELGIAN HISTORY. A National dish with a universal fan base. The Belgium chip has its own museum! As the world’s cuisines have evolved around us, we are looking to reinforce the original culture of food.

Injoy - Morledge

Situated in the heart of the city centre, Injoy Derby is the perfect family fun indoor adventure park.

Istanbul Restaurant Derby - St Peters Street

Istanbul Restaurant take pride in serving original authentic  Turkish  food, using their own unique blend of fresh ingredients.

McDonalds - St Peters Street

McDonald’s Corporation is an American-based multinational fast food chain

Poundbakery - St Peters Street

Bakery chain offering deals on hot & cold baked goods, including sandwiches, cakes & breads.

Rattle and Drum - Osmaston Road

Rattle And Drum Ltd is a musical instrument retailer based in Derby, UK. In store we have a large and varied selection of acoustic, bass and electric guitars, a vast range of amps, pedals and accessories, one of the best drum and percussion showrooms in the country and a dedicated PA department.

Riverside Baguettes - East Street

5 Star Rated. Finest baguettes etc shop in  Derby  city  centre. Meals deals from £1.99. Satisfaction. Located at 6 East Street, Derby.

RKD Mens - Albion Street

Men’s Fashion

Sally Montague - St Peters Churchyard

Opened in November 2007, our flagship salon is located in St Peters churchyard in Derby City Centre, walk through and be amazed by the open plan space which has been restored to provide a stunning and contemporary Salon.

Sweet Emporium - Albion Street

A family owned business selling high quality retro sweets and chocolates, as well as a fantastic pick & mix selection

Tesco - St Peters Street

Tesco PLC is a British multinational groceries and general merchandise retailer located on St Peters Street.

The Cooperative Bank - East Street

The Cooperative Bank is built on relationships. We believe in the power of lifetime relationships and old-fashioned service.

VN Nails - East Street

VN Nails Derby offers the new services of waxing, eyes lashes and tinning.

Everday Loans - St Peters Street

Everyday Loans is a direct loan lender that specialises in helping those that have struggled with credit in the past.

Sacred Bean Café - Morledge

Sacred Bean Coffee is a non-profit social enterprise that was pioneered and continues to be run by people overcoming life-controlling issues. We work with socially excluded people to bring you great tasting coffee that helps people in need from the farm to the roasting room.

The Olive Tree - Albion Street

More than just a cafe, but a place to believe in yourself. A key objective is to help and support people recovering from mental illness or at risk of suffering mental illness by providing them with positive, work-related opportunities in a Café open to the public in order to take them a step nearer to the world of work.

Acropolis Café - Market Place

Good value home cooked food has been the motto of the family who have run the Acropolis Cafe Bar since 1976.

Waterstones - St Peters Street

The UK’s leading bookseller. Through our own coffee shops, range of books, our array of gifts and booksellers who genuinely love what they sell, we welcome you to Waterstones.

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