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Derby's new destination

We're bringing the energy to St James Yard.

We’re reimagining this long-unused site as a brand new bustling destination, built up of independents in the heart of the City. Curating a mix of micro-restaurants, street food, bars, entertainment, cafes, retail and lifestyle units built from shipping containers and designed to bring new life and social vibrancy to the area.

Opening late Spring 2026
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Bustler are an award-winning hospitality and events business founded in 2017.

Bustler began as a monthly street food market and brought something completely new to the city, championing independent food traders and creating vibrant social spaces centred around food, drink and entertainment. Since then, the business has grown into a multi-venue operation across the East Midlands, known for transforming underused spaces into thriving food and drink destinations in both Derby and Nottingham.



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“Award-winning street food events in Derby”

Bustler Derby Events

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Our Venue

Our home, The Chocolate Factory is a venue with a jam packed calendar of events.

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The Chocolate Factory
How to find us

The Chocolate Factory John Street Derby DE1 2QD

Parking

On street parking on John Street or NCP car park on Liversage street (DE1 2LD) just a two minute walk away.

Bustler Derby News

All the latest news & gossip from Bustler HQ - trader interviews, behind the scenes & more

Bustler Team running 10k for DCCT

Wed 1st Mar

Raising money for Derby County Community Trust

The happiest of hours

Wed 8th Mar

The happiest of hours at Bustler Market Derby

Bustler Derby open for 6 weeks straight

Thu 18th May

Derby's Biggest Beer Garden bringing all the summer vibes for 6 weeks

Reusable Cups

Fri 7th Jul

We are excited to announce we've made the switch to reusable cups