These rarely seen youthful photos show some of the county’s biggest names before they were famous – or in the days when they were just about to make their breakthrough.
Derbyshire has a wealth of talent from its vibrant towns and beautiful villages. Whether it be stage, TV or the music industry, years of hard work and determination certainly paid off for these celebs.
5. Ellen MacArthur
Ellen MacArthur, from Whatstandwell near Matlock, is pictured here in 1999. In 2005, she broke the world record for the fastest solo circumnavigation of the globe, a feat which gained her international renown. Following her retirement from professional sailing in 2010, she announced the launch of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. Photo: Stephen Munday
6. John Hurt
Chesterfield-born Sir John Hurt was regarded as one of Britain's finest actors. Pictured here at the very start of his career in February 1966 on set at the Garrick Theatre. Photo: R. Powell
7. Gwen Taylor
Gwen Taylor was born in Crich. She was an assistant area manager for the National Provincial Bank in Derby and became interested in amateur dramatics. Her first professional acting role was as a Green Bean in 'Jack and the Beanstalk' at the Derby Playhouse. Pictured here in 1976 with Neil Innes, musician, singer-songwriter and former member of the Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band, in 'Rutland Weekend Television' on BBC2. Photo: Evening Standard
8. Robert Lindsay
Robert Lindsay was born in Ilkeston. Pictured here in an amateur dramatics production, submitted to the Ilkeston Advertiser. After leaving Gladstone Boys' School, in Ilkeston, Lindsay enrolled in the drama department of Clarendon College in Nottingham. He has appeared on TV, in films and on stage, most notably as Ben Harper in My Family. Photo: submit