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Things to do/Places to eat /Local directory
Outdoor Activities From the breathtaking summit of a gritstone crag to a shady place among wild flowers at the river’s edge, the Peak District’s inspirational landscape provides a perfect playground for all kinds of outdoor activities. Follow gentle riverside footpaths through pretty limestone valleys, where you can admire the scenery and wildlife in detail. More exertion is required to |
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| ascend the rugged Roaches and the rocky Stanage and Froggatt Edges, but | Errwood Reservoir - Goyt Valley |
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| the far reaching views are well worth it. If you don’t want to put your boots |
on, follow a town trail and explore the many historic market towns and villages. (I personally love to walk in the Goyt Valley which has seven circular routes to follow, all of varying lengths and levels of ease - a ten minute journey by car from Barms Farm – located between Buxton and Fernilee, Whaley Bridge) A visit to the Chestnut Centre Otter, Owl & Wildlife Park at Chapel-en-le-frith is well worthwhile. An extensive circular nature trail leads you to the otters and the owls through historic wooded parkland. There is a pleasant tearoom where snacks and drinks are served and also a wildlife gift shop. Try to visit first thing or late afternoon as the otters are fed twice daily after which they tend to play and then disappear to sleep!! We have previously timed it very well by arriving as they were being fed and saw every animal much to our delight. www.ottersandowls.co.uk Explore the moors via the old packhorse trails on horseback from Flash - www.northfieldfarm.co.uk or hire horses or book a lesson at Over Haddon near Bakewell - www.haddonhousestables.co.uk Alternatively, you can cycle through the countryside on traffic-free trails and quiet lanes, from village to village. Bike hire is availalable for all ages at the many cycle hire centres situated on the trails. Contact Peak Cycle Hire at www.peakdistrict.org Alternatively please feel free to to contact Peak Tours at Glossop who are a cycling tours company who operate a cycle hire and delivery service for visitors to the the Peak District. Further information to be found at www.peak-tours.com There are numerous 18 hole golf courses within a few miles of Buxton. Green fees and details of our two local courses are shown at www.cavendishgolfclub.com and at www.bhpgc.co.uk If you havn't the time or the energy for 18 holes, call in at Peak Practice Golf Driving Range where you will find top quality 2-piece Top-Flite balls, quality mats and raised target greens at their 340 yard floodlit range which is open 362 days per year. All ages and levels catered for. Tuition for all ages and levels available with PGA qualified coach using latest video swing analysis coaching system. Tel : 01298 74444 or view www.peakpracticegolf.co.uk for further details and promotions. Take to the rivers and reservoirs for canoeing and sailing or experience the exhilarating freedom of hang gliding, ballooning or paragliding for breathtaking views! www.dragonballoon.co.uk For those of you who wish to fish whils't on holiday I have been recommended Barlow Trout & Course Fishery by guests who have been. Their details are available at www.barlowlakes.co.uk and they are situated aprox 30 minutes away from Barms Farm. |
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www.bluejohnstone.com and www.devilsarse.com Buxton’s Poole’s Cavern www.poolescavern.co.uk has the longest stalactite in Derbyshire and even has stalagmites growing on its original Victorian gaslights. Visit www.visitbuxton.co.uk for further details of the town. |
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| Ride high over the Derwent Valley in a cable car to the Heights of Abraham to | Shopping in Bakewell |
explore Great Masson and Rutland Caves or descend into the Temple Mine at Matlock Bath.
Discover the wonders of the Peak District including art, geology and Roman exhibitions @ Buxton Museum and Art Gallery. Entrance is free of charge. Shop undercover at Masson Mills www.massonmills.co.uk , Peak Village www.peakvillage.co.uk , Cavendish Arcade, Buxton or the many antique shops found predominantly in Leek, Ashbourne and Buxton. Visit www.arcazantiques.com who are based nearby at Whaley Bridge
Speciality Food can be found at the following shops : The Original Farmers Market Shop, Bakewell - locally reared produce - www.thefarmersmarketshop.co.uk The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop - famous for its Bakewell Puddings Alternatively, The Trafford Centre, Meadowhall Shopping Centre and Manchester City Centre are only an hour’s drive from Buxton. |
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Chatsworth House, Britain’s favourite stately home with its wealth of artistic treasure and perfect setting is the Palace of the Peak. The extensive parkland hosts many public events throughout the year from horse trials to country and game fairs. www.chatsworth.org Haddon Hall and its romantic gardens, bordered by castellated walls is a wonderful historic gem. Unaltered since the 1500’s it is a truly authentic medieval manor house. www.haddonhall.co.uk |
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| The Peak District has three National Trust properties. |
In the North West is Lyme Hall with its Palladian Hall and 1300 acre deer park. South of Ashbourne can be found Sudbury Hall and its fascinating Museum of Childhood and over in Staffordshire Britain’s most exciting and unusual gardens can be found at Biddulph Grange. See www.nationaltrust.org.uk for further details. Although much smaller, Eyam Hall and Tissington Hall have a special, intimate charm and during the summer months often allow their gardens be used to host outdoor concerts, operas and plays. |
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| See www.eyamhall.com and www.tissington-hall.com for further details. |
Customs, Traditions & Festivals The customs and traditions of the Peak District have survived and flourished for centuries. The most celebrated of all are the colourful well dressings from May to September. Up to two hundred wells are decorated with flower petals, grasses and many natural materials by local Derbyshire people. Other traditions and customs include Shrovetide Football at Ashbourne (originated during the reign of Henry 1), Oak Apple Day which is always held on the 29th May at Castleton, World Championship Toe Wrestling, Hen Racing, Sheep Washing at Ashford-in-the-Water, Flower festivals, Agricultural |
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| shows, Sheepdog trials and Maypole dancing. | Buxton Opera House |
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The beautifully restored Edwardian Opera House in Buxton is famous for its internationally renowned Buxton Festival during July. It also annually hosts the popular Gilbert & Sullivan, Country & Western plus Jazz, Folk & Blues festivals. |
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| Further details at www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk | ||
| Eating Out Bon apetit, Lorraine. |
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In Buxton Simply Thai – Cavendish Circus, Buxton - Excellent 10/10 - need to book Columbine Restaurant, Hall Bank, Buxton - Excellent – need to book The Place , 9 – 11 Market Street, Buxton (see www.theplacebuxton.co.uk) |
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The Indian Palace - 5,Cavendish Circus, Buxton (excellent food) tel : 01298 77260/23136 (open 7 days) The Buckingham Hotel, Burlington Road, Buxton Taj Mahal – Indian, 35 High Street, Buxton – Very good |
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| Kwei Lin – Chinese , Lower Hardwick St. Buxton - Good tel: 01298 77822 | Peveril Castle - Castleton |
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Flamenco – Spanish Tapas, 7 – 9 Concert Place , Buxton – Good (so I have been told on numerous occaisions) tel: 01298 27392 The Cavendish Cafe Restaurant, Upstairs, Cavendish Arcade, Buxton - Casual dining in style - excellent food Open till 11pm every day. tel : 01298 72468 Lonestar Cafe*Bar*Grill, The Old Courthouse, George St, Buxton - 01298 73301 - see www.lonestarcafebar.co.uk Firenze – Italian, 3 Eagle Parade, Buxton - Good tel : 01298 72203 The Dome, 1 Devonshire Road, Buxton (open term time only) tel : 01298 28334
Lunchtime reductions for senior citizens. tel: 01298 812776 The Beehive Inn, Combs - Excellent food - see www.thebeehiveinn.co.uk tel : 01298 812758 Carriages Restaurant, Newhaven, Near Buxton - see menu at www.carriagesitalianrestaurant.com tel : 01298 84528 open Weds - Sat incl. (12 - 2pm & 6.30 - 10pm) and Sunday (12 - 2pm) The Shady Oak, Fernilee, Whaley Bridge - menu at www.theshadyoakinn.com tel : 01663 732212 The Devonshire Arms, Peak Forest - Refurbished 05/06 – tel : 01298 23875 The Cross Keys Inn, Chapel Milton, Chapel tel : 01298 812198 The Lamb Inn, Hayfield Road, (A624) Chinley 01663 750519 Hassop Hall, Nr Bakewell – spectacular setting www.hassophallhotel.co.uk - tel : 01629 640 488 The Copperfield Restaurant, 49 – 53, Buxton Old Road, Disley. A special treat & well worth the journey. www.copperfield-restaurant.co.uk - tel : 01663 764 333 The Skillet Restaurant , Steeple End Fold, Hayfield - www.theskilletrestaurant.co.uk tel : 01663 743119
Local Directory Antique Dealers Fletcher Antiques, 26 Hardwick Street, Buxton. 01298 214222 Dauphin, The Market Place, Hartington. 01298 687149 Needhams, 8 Cavendish Circus, Buxton. 01298 24546 Nimbus Antiques, 14 Chapel Road, Whaley Bridge. 01663 734248 Car Access & Car Hire G & T Motors, 16/18 Bridge Street, Buxton. 01298 26554 Climbing/Mount. Specialists Jo Royle, 6 Market Place, Buxton. 01298 25824 Cycle Shop Mark Anthony Cycles, 115, Spring Gardens, Buxton. 01298 72114 Florist The Green Pavilion, 6 Terrace Road, Buxton (open 7 days) 01298 77309 Garage Services/Exhausts The George Garage, George Street, Buxton. 01298 71685 General Practitioners The Srewart Medical Centre, 15 Hartington Road, Buxton. 01298 22338 Golf Driving Range/Golf Tuition Peak Practice Golf, Fairfield Common, Off A6 1 mile North of Buxton. 01298 74444 Hospital The Cottage Hospital, London Road, Buxton - Accident & Emergency only 01298 24000 Launderette Five Ways Launderette, 1 West Road, Buxton. 01298 72018 Pharmacy Peak Pharmacy, Scarsdale Place, Buxton. 01298 23488 Lloyds Chemist, 2 Temple Road, Buxton. 01298 23411 Burlington Road Pharmacy, 7 Burlington Road, Buxton. 01298 26999 Police Station Silverlands, Buxton. 01298 72100 Riding Stables Buxton Riding School, Fern Farm, Fern Lane, Off London Road, Buxton. 01298 72319 Northfield Farm Riding & Trekking Centre, Flash, Nr Buxton. 01298 22543 Haddon House Stud Riding Centre, Over Haddon, Nr Bakewell. 01629 813723 Buxton Swimming Pool Pavilion Gardens, St John's Road, Buxton. 01298 26548 Taxis Allied Taxis. 01298 72123 Buxton Radio Taxis. 01298 23457 JAM Taxis. 01298 77733 Pete's Taxi. 01298 25010 Roy's 7 seater & 9 seater taxis. 01298 24657 Tourist Information Centre The Crescent, Buxton. 01298 25106 |
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