Derbyshire Tartan by
Derbyshire Tartan
Designed in Derbyshire -
For Derbyshire
Derbyshire is rich in natural resources with undeniable natural beauty and a strong industrial heritage. Detailing the county's varied landscape and history, the Derbyshire Tartan is something to be proud of.
Green
The overriding colour of the landscape, the bright vibrant green of the Derbyshire Tartan represents not only the colour of the countryside, but also the richness of the land which supports Derbyshire's farming industry.
Red
Contrasting beautifully with the green, red brings the industrial legacy of the Midland Railway and the Derwent Valley Mills, built to weave cloth.
Belper North Mill
Midland Railway Crest
Black
A strong, bold line cuts through the pattern, depicting Derbyshire's coal and lead mining - formerly a major local industry.
Blue/Purple
These hues symbolise Derbyshire's famous 'Blue John' (or Derbyshire Spar) as well as the deep purple of the heather, which covers the high peaks during the summer months.
White
Just as it does in the Derbyshire landscape, the cool white of the limestone weaves its way through the Derbyshire Tartan. The colour of the White Peak and a representation of a another natural resource, quarried widely in the county.
Yellow
Standing out bright and proud is the yellow of Derbyshire's Tudor Rose emblem, the county badge since the 1470s. It is present in the Derbyshire Flag. The reason was to distinguish it from the Lancashire and Yorkshire Tudor Roses
What do you see?
Of course, through personal interpretation of the Derbyshire Tartan can mean so much more to many people. Maybe you can see most of the colours at your favourite local beauty spot? Or they could be symbolic of your Derbyshire firm's logo? Perhaps you can see meadow flowers, your school colours or locally manufactured products represented in the weave? Whatever the Derbyshire Tartan means to you, it has been created to reflect and represent the county's beauty, and we hope you will enjoy it.