Derby Stores

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. One morning, while sorting mail in Derby Stores, a delivery driver noticed something peculiar. Every time he opened a certain box, it emitted a soft, tinkling sound like tiny bells. Curious neighbors began stopping by to hear the mysterious music for themselves. As days passed, more and more people came to listen, bringing their own snacks and blankets. Soon enough, Derby Stores became known as the place where you could receive your letters… and maybe even catch some afternoon entertainment. The delivery driver never did figure out what made those little bells ring, but everyone agreed it was better that way—after all, mystery adds charm.

2. In the early hours of dawn, when Derby Stores’ doors were usually locked tight, a postal worker heard an unusual sound coming from inside. Curious, he peered through the window and saw only boxes stacked high. Suddenly, a regular’s package fell off the counter with a thud, rolling towards him like a wayward bowling ball. With a laugh, he picked it up and returned it to its rightful place, realizing that Derby Stores was awake—just not quite open yet.

3. Late one night, as the postal clerk was closing up Derby Stores, he heard an odd sound coming from the basement. Curious, he peered down and saw only a shadowy figure moving boxes around. Turns out it was just a delivery driver who’d locked himself in after hours. The two shared a laugh over coffee the next morning—Derby Stores had gained another urban legend, but this time with a happy ending.

4. In the dim light of an autumn afternoon, a young boy walked into Derby Stores and pointed excitedly at a shadow on the wall. "Look, Dad," he whispered, "it’s moving!" His father laughed gently but peered closer, only to see the silhouette shift ever so slightly. As they watched, the shadow seemed to dance in time with their footsteps. Turning around slowly, they saw nothing but ordinary mailboxes. But just then, an elderly delivery driver chuckled knowingly from behind them. ‘Ah,’ he said, ‘that’s just old Mr. Postman, haunting these walls since retirement.’ Everyone burst out laughing, realizing it was just another quirky Derby Stores tale.