Where to Eat
There are many places in the local area that you can get a fantastic meal/dining experience. Below are just a few!
Casa Pinocchio
2 Scott StAuthentic Italian Restaurant and BYO alcohol
Wow the biggest and tastiest pub meals you will ever have! Fantastic Publicans! If you are a mountain bike rider this is where everyone will be swapping stories over a local craft beer
18 locals recommend
Dorset Hotel
29 Main StWow the biggest and tastiest pub meals you will ever have! Fantastic Publicans! If you are a mountain bike rider this is where everyone will be swapping stories over a local craft beer
The Hub
72 Main StreetPizza and Beer - say no more!
If you are looking for a great lunch spot on travels to the East Coast or after a ride, you must go to Two Doors Down Cafe for the great coffee and home made meals!
6 locals recommend
Two Doors Down Cafe
62 Main StIf you are looking for a great lunch spot on travels to the East Coast or after a ride, you must go to Two Doors Down Cafe for the great coffee and home made meals!
Weldborough Hotel
29722 Tasman HwyGreat food, beer and service!
Famous for their freshly made hot cinnamon donuts and award-winning Scottsdale Bakery pies! Pitstop also sells an awesome range of Derby rider apparel!
Derby Pitstop
Famous for their freshly made hot cinnamon donuts and award-winning Scottsdale Bakery pies! Pitstop also sells an awesome range of Derby rider apparel!
Main Street Derby
Lunch and Dinner and licenced
Brand new in Derby is Lot 40 on Main Street. A must to go see and experience their own distilled gin.
LOT 40
Brand new in Derby is Lot 40 on Main Street. A must to go see and experience their own distilled gin.
Sightseeing
Mount Paris Dam
Little Blue Lake
1753 Gladstone RdCool Things to Do
Floating Sauna Lake Derby
99 Main StNot to be missed
Premium MTB Transfers
We also own Premium MTB Transfers and Derby Gravity Shuttles. We can get you from the airport to your accommodation as well as take care of all your shuttle and tour needs.
Derby Gravity Shuttles - Can Am side by side buggies
The only shuttle operator in Derby that is licensed to get you to Big Pappa. Shuttle to Derby's newest, highest drop point, and experience Derby's longest descent aboard our custom Can-Am gravity shuttle rigs which makes the shuttle as fun as the ride! This experience is a must-do on your Blue Derby trip!
Premium MTB Transfers Tasmania
74 Hill StPremium MTB Transfers
We also own Premium MTB Transfers and Derby Gravity Shuttles. We can get you from the airport to your accommodation as well as take care of all your shuttle and tour needs.
Derby Gravity Shuttles - Can Am side by side buggies
The only shuttle operator in Derby that is licensed to get you to Big Pappa. Shuttle to Derby's newest, highest drop point, and experience Derby's longest descent aboard our custom Can-Am gravity shuttle rigs which makes the shuttle as fun as the ride! This experience is a must-do on your Blue Derby trip!
Evolution Biking Blue Derby Bike Hire
64 Main StBark Off Biking
Groceries and Alcohol
We recommend you order your groceries online for a click and collect before coming to Derby
12 locals recommend
Woolworths Scottsdale
1 Victoria StWe recommend you order your groceries online for a click and collect before coming to Derby
IGA Xpress Scottsdale
6 George StIGA Xpress Branxholm
4 Scott StBWS Scottsdale
More Cool Things to Do
Derby Schoolhouse Museum
Visit the Museum to experience and understand the rich history of Derby!
OMG highly recommend seeing Stacey! Professional and highly experienced!
BODYWORX Australia - Massage Derby
OMG highly recommend seeing Stacey! Professional and highly experienced!
The North East Rail Trail runs between Scottsdale (low point) and Billycock Hill (high Point) on the Tasman Highway near Branxholm. The 26km trail follows an old railway alignment and is rated easy to intermediate, traversing farmland on the outskirts of Scottsdale before winding its way through forest and cuttings on the way up to Billycock Hill. Scottsdale is located 25 minutes drive from Derby.
North East rail trail
The North East Rail Trail runs between Scottsdale (low point) and Billycock Hill (high Point) on the Tasman Highway near Branxholm. The 26km trail follows an old railway alignment and is rated easy to intermediate, traversing farmland on the outskirts of Scottsdale before winding its way through forest and cuttings on the way up to Billycock Hill. Scottsdale is located 25 minutes drive from Derby.
Must Do Rides
BLUE TIER
The Blue Tier trail is a 20.6km purpose-built single-track trail descending from the lofty peaks of the Blue Tier through the gorgeous temperate rainforest to the small town of Weldborough. The Blue Tier trail is definitely one of those mountain biking experiences based on its wild beauty, but it also offers a fast flow for people who want to ride it a bit harder. The trail finishes with the Big Chook descent which everyone loves and once again you ride it at the speed you want to achieve your desired thrill level.
The Blue Tier is the quintessential Blue Derby experience - this trail has it all.
Distance: 20.60 km
Ride time: 60 - 240 mins
Difficulty: More Difficult
BIG CHOOK
The big brother to Little Chook - about the same length, but tougher and meaner.
Distance: 10.60 km
Ride time: 55 mins
Difficulty: More Difficult
LITTLE CHOOK
Little Chook is the perfect introduction to the trails around Weldborough.
Distance: 5.90 km
Ride time: 20 - 70 mins
Difficulty: Easy
Blue Tier
BLUE TIER
The Blue Tier trail is a 20.6km purpose-built single-track trail descending from the lofty peaks of the Blue Tier through the gorgeous temperate rainforest to the small town of Weldborough. The Blue Tier trail is definitely one of those mountain biking experiences based on its wild beauty, but it also offers a fast flow for people who want to ride it a bit harder. The trail finishes with the Big Chook descent which everyone loves and once again you ride it at the speed you want to achieve your desired thrill level.
The Blue Tier is the quintessential Blue Derby experience - this trail has it all.
Distance: 20.60 km
Ride time: 60 - 240 mins
Difficulty: More Difficult
BIG CHOOK
The big brother to Little Chook - about the same length, but tougher and meaner.
Distance: 10.60 km
Ride time: 55 mins
Difficulty: More Difficult
LITTLE CHOOK
Little Chook is the perfect introduction to the trails around Weldborough.
Distance: 5.90 km
Ride time: 20 - 70 mins
Difficulty: Easy
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Want to be involved in Derby??
The Blue Derby Foundation has over 70 members, comprised of local residents, families, accommodation providers, and business owners. Our Board of Directors oversees the strategic direction and governance of the Blue Derby Foundation and works with members and local government bodies to further the development and growth of the region.
50 locals recommend
Blue Derby Mountain Bike Trails
For more tips and advice!
Want to be involved in Derby??
The Blue Derby Foundation has over 70 members, comprised of local residents, families, accommodation providers, and business owners. Our Board of Directors oversees the strategic direction and governance of the Blue Derby Foundation and works with members and local government bodies to further the development and growth of the region.