Derby is the county city of Derbyshire, in the East Midlands of England. It lies on the banks of the River Derwent and is the starting point of the Derwent Valley. The city has a wide range of cultural attractions that include the entertainment venues of Derby Playhouse and The Assembly Rooms, Derby Museum And Art Gallery and The Silk Mill, Derby's museum of industry and history. Derby also boasts vibrant nightlife with an array of popular pubs, bars and nightclubs open until the early hours and a wide range of restaurants and cafes that are open throughout the day and well into the evening. The city is also popular with visitors using it as a base from which to explore the stunning Derbyshire countryside and the Peak District which are both within easy reach of Derby.