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1. Who, in 1867, donated land in Derby to enable establishment of the Recreation Ground and Open Air Swimming Pool for use by the people of Derby?
2. For many years the Shot Tower was one of the highest buildings in Derby and had it still been standing would have celebrated its 200th aniversary. When was it built?
3. In Derby one can't forget the Mighty Rams (Derby County Football Club). In what year were they actually formed?
4. Andrew Handyside built Friargate Bridge. He was also responsible for building one of London's railway stations. Which one?
5. In what year did Derby see its last public execution?
6. Where in Derby would you find a statue of Florence Nightingale?
7. What is the name of the mill in Derby that was the first in England to produce this material?
8. In what year was St Mary's, the first Roman Catholic Church, built in Derby?
9. In what year did the railway come to Derby?
10. The quiz wouldn't be complete without a question on public houses. Which is the oldest surviving pub in Derby?
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