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Golden Hour at the Museum of Making

A short walk to catch the last light on the building that started the industrial age.

Best time: 15:18About 45 min

Timeline

  1. 14:53

    Ye Olde Dolphin Inne

    Stop at Derby's oldest pub for a drink and a bite. The partially-covered seating area is perfect for settling in before the walk.

  2. 15:08

    Museum of Making

    Walk to the Museum of Making. General admission is free and no booking is needed, but the building’s history as the site of the world’s first factory is best appreciated in the quiet before the rush.

  3. 15:18

    Museum of Making

    Find a window or exterior angle that frames the facade as the golden light hits it. The sun sets toward the SW, casting a warm glow on the historic structure.

Local tip

The museum is closed on Mondays. On weekdays it stays open until 19:00, giving you plenty of time to explore after the light fades.

Check before you go

  • Ye Olde Dolphin Inne is open Mo-Th 11:30-23:00.

Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Derby (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).

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