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Meet mature gay men in and around Derbyshire

Derbyshire has a city, market towns, old mill valleys and the hills and dales of the Peak District. It is a friendly county in which to meet someone new, whether you live in Derby, a small town or a village. Check opening times before you go.

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First date ideas in Derbyshire

Three easy places to meet someone new in and around Derbyshire. Check opening times before you go.

  • Chatsworth and the River Derwent

    A famous country house with a large park beside the River Derwent, near Bakewell. The parkland paths are lovely for a walk. Check opening times before you go.

  • Dovedale

    A beautiful limestone valley along the River Dove, with the famous stepping stones and woodland paths. Free to walk, so wear sturdy shoes.

  • Derby Cathedral

    A historic cathedral with a tall tower in Derby city centre, with a calm interior. Check opening times before you go.

Around Derbyshire

Towns and countryside: Derby, Chesterfield, Buxton, Matlock, Bakewell, Alfreton, Bolsover, Glossop and Burton upon Trent.

A note on the Peak District: much of northern and western Derbyshire lies within the Peak District National Park, with limestone dales, gritstone edges and open moorland. It is wonderful walking country, but the weather can change quickly, so wear sturdy shoes and carry a waterproof.

Derby and the south

The Peak District and the north west

East Derbyshire

Getting there: Derby station is on the Midland Main Line with trains to London St Pancras, Sheffield, Nottingham and Birmingham. Chesterfield is on the same line, the Derwent Valley line runs from Derby to Matlock and the Buxton and Hope Valley lines serve the Peak District. The M1, A38, A50 and A6 are the main roads.

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Questions about dating in Derbyshire

What is a good first date in Derbyshire?

There are plenty of easy options: a walk in Chatsworth Park, a day in Dovedale and a visit to Derby Cathedral. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.

How do I get to Derbyshire?

Derby station is on the Midland Main Line with trains to London St Pancras, Sheffield, Nottingham and Birmingham. Chesterfield is on the same line, the Derwent Valley line runs from Derby to Matlock and the Buxton and Hope Valley lines serve the Peak District. The M1, A38, A50 and A6 are the main roads.

Can I join Silver Gay Singles from Derbyshire?

Yes. Creating a profile is free, and you can say where you live. Silver Gay Singles covers the whole UK, so you can look at other towns too.

Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Derbyshire?

Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Our guide to dating safely has more tips.