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It is not surprising that Buxton is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Peak Crescent, reopening in late District. Its famous Georgian 2019 as a 5ê thermal spa hotel. Roman settlers, royal prisoners, and Victorian provide an impressive outlaws and noble benefactors backdrop to a vibrant range of music, theatre are all part of the town’s rich and festivals. Add to this the natural wonders history. Visit the Buxton Museum & Art Gallery to find out more or take a tour. of Poole’s Cavern, outdoor activities in Grinlow See page 5 for details. Country Park, the stunning ornamental Pavilion Gardens, a wealth of independent and high street Out & About shops and a wide choice of cafés, pubs, bars and Buxton is home to the Pavilion Gardens, 23 acres of award- restaurants to tempt your taste buds. winning, ornamental gardens designed by and . They include serpentine walkways, children’s play areas, lakes and a miniature railway. There is an historic Beyond Buxton Winter Gardens conservatory linking with Buxton is the gateway to the and a great the main complex. The building houses the Pavilion Café, Art base for all that the national park offers being within easy Café, Gallery in the Gardens and a large gift boutique but, travelling distance of , , Crich under the new management of Parkwood Leisure, changes Tramway Museum, Alton Towers, Lyme and other National are set to take place in 2019/20 that will see the development Trust properties. Nearby beauty spots include the Goyt Valley, of a new indoor Pavilion Market Hall, Ice Cream Parlour, Tea Castleton caverns, The Roaches, and Rooms and boating on the lake. the . The venue also includes the Pavilion Arts Centre which hosts Buxton Cinema and a variety of arts events throughout the Steeped in History year, including Buxton International Opera Festival. Fairs and Famed for its thermal spring water, the town has attracted markets are held in the newly-renovated Octagon Hall and people here for centuries. The Romans named it Aquae on the promenade and brass bands play on the bandstand Arnemetiae or Waters of the Goddess of the Grove. The every Sunday afternoon in the summer. fifth put Buxton on the tourist map with Buxton is also home to the magnificent , development in 1780s - the centrepiece being the Georgian once the world’s largest unsupported dome. It now hosts the University of ’s Buxton campus and the award-winning Front cover: - Buxton’s Visitor Centre - Pump Room 03 02 Devonshire Spa which offers a wide range of luxury spa treatments and beauty packages. See page 30 for more information. To find more of Buxton’s gems, why not follow the Heritage Trail (page 36) or, if you’d like to see the town’s attractions from another vantage point, why not take a ride on the Wonder of the Peak tram? See page 31 for details. Explore – Adventure for Everyone Set in the heart of the magnificent Peak District, a huge range of outdoor activities - including climbing, canoeing, caving, cycling and walking - is available. From artistic and cultural pursuits to the extremes of physical adventure, there is always something new to try at any time of year. Buxton is also the starting point of the Peak District Boundary Walk. For a shorter walk, why not join a guided walk led by the local rambling club? See page 6 for details. But you don’t need to go far for an adventure. Visit Poole’s Cavern showcave, follow the Ring of Trees and find Solomon’s Temple and Corbar Cross or, for those seeking high Markets, thrills, visit the aerial walkways of Go Ape. Fairs & Auctions Photo: ®Richard Hubert Smith

A variety of markets, fairs and auctions ENJOY THE BUZZ! take place throughout the year. The Pavilion Gardens hosts more than 100 events Arts, Music and Festivals featuring antiques, books, art & crafts, toys, plants, jewellery and classic cars. A farmers’ Buxton is justifiably proud of market also takes place on the first Thursday of its cultural life and you’ll find the month. The full events calendar can be found much to suit all tastes. Be at www.paviliongardens.co.uk. Every Tuesday and Saturday, inspired by the art, music a traditional market can be found in Higher Buxton at 1032 and festivals which feature feet above sea level, making us the highest market town in throughout the year, including , and there are various seasonal shopping events. Buxton International Festival and Spring brings the May Day bank holiday when Buxton hosts Fringe and Buxton an array of its finest entertainment and local stalls showcasing Wells Dressing Festival & Carnival. Live the best quality goods the town has to offer. music events can also be found most nights throughout the town, plus special events including the For dates, see the What’s On When calendar on the Visit Buxton Military Tattoo, Buxton Rocks Music Festival and Buxton Buxton website. Brass Band Competition. Don’t forget the wonderfully varied programme at Buxton Opera House. Drama, music, comedy, dance and opera are well represented. Local artists showcase their work at The Green Man Gallery and Gallery in the Gardens and regular art & designer fairs. The Buxton Museum & Art Gallery also hosts year-round art exhibitions and there are also plenty of opportunities for the creative person to become involved, including Visit Buxton’s new Visitor Centre, community workshops and events. located in the Victorian Pump Room opposite The Crescent. A real source of inspiration and information for your visit. 04 05 What’s on? visitbuxton.co.uk ADVENTURE & Fairs at the Pavilion Gardens Buxton Half Marathon All Year Farmers Market. Plant & Craft, Artist & www.buxtonac.org.uk ATTRACTIONS Designer, Antique, Book, and Jewellery Spring Spectacular TOURS Swains Go Karting Fairs. www.paviliongardens.co.uk Discover Buxton Tours www.buxtonkarting.co.uk www.paviliongardens.co.uk Take a walking tour with one of JUNE Buxton Raceway Discover Buxton’s knowledgeable Buxton Rotary Club Summer Fair tour guides or experience heritage in March to November. Motorised thrills a different way with a character guide in the hills. & Charity Bazaar such as Vera Brittain, Mary Queen www.buxtonraceway.com Fun for all the family at the Pavilion of Scots or theatre architect Frank Gardens. Matcham. Hop on to Buxton’s Victorian- www.buxtonrotaryishere.co.uk styled, electric tram, the Wonder of the Peak, which leaves hourly from Buxton Opera House on a unique journey to showcase the very best of the town. www.discoverbuxton.co.uk Winter/Spring Poole’s Cavern Tours Buxton Adventure Festival Explore one of the country’s greatest Monthly programme of speakers, films FEBRUARY showcaves. The two million year-old, and events. Buxton Drama League Pantomime natural cavern forms part of the River www.buxtonadventurefestival.co.uk www.buxtondramaleague.co.uk Wye system and has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Go Ape! Challenge Ball Derbyshire Open Arts Exhibition High ropes course in Grin Low Woods. www.devonshiredome.co.uk www.poolescavern.co.uk At the Buxton Museum & Art Gallery www.goape.co.uk Back-Stage Pass Tours APRIL (to September) Take a look behind the scenes at one of Unicon www.derbyshire.gov.uk/leisure/buxton- museum/buxton-museum-and-art- the finest examples of a Comic book convention organised by gallery.aspx theatre, Buxton Opera House, and TC Toy Fairs at the . discover the fascinating history of this Contact: [email protected] RHS Chatsworth Flower Show iconic building. Week-long show with a delightful mix www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk Buxton Opera House & Pavilion of gardening inspiration, spectacular Arts Centre at Easter summer colour, have-a-go workshops Heritage A full programme of family shows and and unique shopping within a Archie’s Farm Experience events to keep everyone entertained magnificent setting. A miniature animal farm open during Opening later in 2019 from the Pump during the Easter holidays. www.rhs.org.uk Room, this experience will explore and the summer months. www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk celebrate the town’s rich spa heritage www.archiesfarm.co.uk Buxton Garden Trail and fascinating characters that created Buxton Brass Band Festival The gardeners of Buxton open their and visited the Crescent. FAIRS The North West Area Brass Band gardens for one weekend in mid-June. www.buxtoncrescentexperience.com Buxton Markets Association presents its Annual Buxton www.buxtongardentrail.co.uk Brass Band Festival. Traditional and specialist markets every Buxton Music, Speech & Drama Tuesday and Saturday on the Market www.paviliongardens.co.uk Festival Place. buxtonmsdfestival.co.uk www.buxtonmarkets.co.uk Spring/Summer Buxton Health & Healing Festival MAY www.paviliongardens.co.uk Buxton Spring Fair The Philosopher’s Dome Roman Tours May Bank Holiday Monday Harry Potter convention. With local historian Brian Shephard. www.devonshiredome.co.uk See the Vistor Centre. Buxton Rocks Rock Music Festival Hillhead Show Peak District Walking Tours www.paviliongardens.co.uk Biannual quarrying and construction Most Sundays starting from the industry show next in 2020. Pavilion Gardens car park. Annual Antiques Fair www.hillhead.com www.buxtonramblingclub.co.uk www.paviliongardens.co.uk 06 07 What’s on? visitbuxton.co.uk

Summer Festivals Buxton International Festival National Parks Week Buxton International Festival Book Buxton Festival is a summer celebration www.peakdistrict.gov.uk Weekend featuring opera, music and literature. Y Not? Festival A weekend of talks, readings and JULY This internationally renowned event, discussions with authors and media Three-day music festival with great food The Buxton Spa Prize which was established in 1979 and personalities. celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2019, and family fun at Pikehall in the heart of Month-long exhibition at the Green Man www.buxtonfestival.co.uk features rarely performed operas and the Peak District. Gallery of en plein air artworks based an array of concerts. The literary series www.ynotfestival.com on local landmarks. NOVEMBER attracts award-winning writers, political www.buxtonspaprize.co.uk figures and much loved authors. AUGUST Buxton Annual Firework Display & Hog Roast www.buxtonfestival.co.uk Pavilion Gardens Bank Holiday At Buxton Cricket Ground, The Park. Special Stalls and events in the Pavilion Gardens. www.buxtonlions.com www.paviliongardens.co.uk Indoor Dickensian Market www.paviliongardens.co.uk Eroica Britannia The event returns to Grand Bazaar and Christmas Showground from 2020 but this year is Lights Switch On replaced by a one-off, ride-only event – www.paviliongardens.co.uk The 500 on August 18, 2019. Andrew Horrod Buxton Festival Fringe www.eroicabritannia.co.uk DECEMBER Morning sunlight and shadows, Pavilion Gardens A vibrant, open-access arts festival ​First Prize - The Buxton Spa Prize 2018 Visit Father Christmas at running in parallel with Buxton Festival Poole’s Cavern Buxton Wells Dressing Festival & and featuring a massive selection of Autumn/Winter See Santa in his most magical of Carnival (est.1840) theatre, music, comedy and more in venues around the town and beyond. SEPTEMBER grottos. Weekends, book early to avoid Experience the ancient art of ‘petalling’ in 2019’s Fringe40 is a specially extended, disappointment. St John’s Church; creating floral designs bumper event to mark the 40th Fringe. Heritage Open Days www.poolescavern.co.uk which will be displayed as Well Dressings Free heritage events throughout the town. around Buxton. Also, visit the fun fair on www.buxtonfringe.org.uk Traditional Family Pantomime the Market Place and see the town at its www.heritageopendays.org.uk Join in the laughter and magic of our busiest on Buxton Carnival Day. annual pantomime for some good old www.buxtonwelldressing.co.uk fashioned fun at Buxton Opera House. www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk

Photo: Ian J. Parkes Fringe Open for Entries Party Join the Buxton Festival Fringe at the Buxton Night Food & Green Man Gallery in celebrating the opening for entries for the next festival. Drink Festival Coopers Annual Antiques Fair 2019’s Fringe40 is a specially extended, www.paviliongardens.co.uk www.paviliongardens.co.uk bumper event to mark the 40th Fringe. Day of Dance OCTOBER www.buxtonfringe.org.uk Buxton Military Tattoo www.chapelmorris.org OctoberFest Lantern Procession Featuring a selection of the United Peak District Artisan Fair Kingdom’s finest military bands, the A packed programme of family shows, www.buxtonsparkles.co.uk www.devonshiredome.co.uk workshops and events to keep everyone sound of the bagpipes, the beat of the Christmas Fair entertained during October half-term. drums, together with other displays Gilbert & Sullivan Week www.paviliongardens.co.uk performed in the iconic Devonshire Performances by The National Gillbert Dome, the Buxton Military Tattoo is a & Sullivan Opera Company. spectacular experience not to be missed. For more information: www.gsfestivals.org www.buxtontattoo.org.uk Buxton Visitor Centre The Pump Room, Buxton, SK17 6BH T: 01298 214577 E: [email protected] www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk www.visitbuxton.co.uk The Great Peak District Fair & www.visitpeakdistrict.com Buxton Beer Festival www.explorebuxton.co.uk www.paviliongardens.co.uk 08 09 Eating Out visitbuxton.co.uk Foodie Heaven

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Buxton is a great place to eat out with food festivals held throughout the year. There is a refreshingly good variety of choice, both in price and cuisine, ranging from English to Continental and from Thai to Mexican. Pre-theatre suppers are widely available. Be sure to try our local products – Buxton Pudding, Buxton Brewery ales, Buxton Roastery coffee and classic Derbyshire Oatcakes. Fine Dining to Fish’n’Chips

Enjoy fine cuisine at numerous restaurants and hotels as well as the Devonshire Dome. There is also a thriving café society with a number of tea rooms, cafés and wine bars located throughout the town.

The Festival for Foodies

Buxton Night Food & Drink Festival takes place in the Pavilion Gardens from 4pm until 11pm. There are various stalls serving up delicious food from around the world along with local beer and street entertainment. Buxton Markets also hosts a Late Summer Food Festival in September. Take away food is available all year round in the town.

10 11 Eating Out visitbuxton.co.uk Cafes & Coffee Shops Restaurants Amazing Shakes 82 Spring Gardens HOTELS Buxton Pudding Emporium 4 The Square 01298 214154 Alison Park Hotel E 3 Temple Road 01298 22473 Café at the Cavern A8 E Green Lane 01298 26978 Palace Hotel E Palace Road 01298 22001 Caffè Nero E 20-22 Spring Gardens 01298 25900 Premier Inn 131 London Road 0871 527 9682 Charlotte’s Chocolates E Cavendish Arcade 01298 214440 The Lee Wood Hotel C2 E The Park 01298 23002 Chippy’s Plaice E 59 Spring Gardens 01298 72079 The D3 E The Square 01298 22841 Coda Vinyl Café 2 South Avenue 01298 938228 E PUBS & BARS Costa Coffee 52 Spring Gardens 01298 70890 53º North E4 E 8a Hall Bank 01298 79119 E Coffee Delight 6 Spring Gardens Centre 01298 74590 Buxton Tap House E3 E George Street 01298 214085 E Cuccini’s 4b Bridge Street 01298 74210 Gilbert’s 5 High Street 01298 214071 Dubbing Good Food 1 Torr Street 01298 22292 Layla’s 28A High Street 01298 211433 Eat at Number 5 5 London Road 07495 492 772 Milton’s Head 63 Spring Gardens 01298 24733 Everything’s Rosy Interiors Tea Room F3 4-8 Hardwick Strreet 01298 78778 Monk Cocktail Bar 9 Cavendish Circus 01298 24255 Fitzgerald’s Bakery E 12 Spring Gardens 01298 25551 RedWillow 1 Cavendish Circus 01298 807582 Five Ways Café 1 West Road 01298 72018 Rumours Wine Bar 7 The Quadrant 01298 71392 Grapevine Wellbeing Centre 15 Scarsdale Place 01298 72965 South 16 9-11 Market Street 01298 25397 Hargreaves Edwardian Tea Rooms 16-18 Spring Gardens 01298 23083 The Cheshire Cheese E 39 High Street 01298 212453 KFC E 85 Spring Gardens 01298 71513 The Duke 123 St. John’s Road 01298 78781 No. 6 The Square Tea Rooms D3 E 6 The Square 01298 213541 The Eagle Eagle Parade Pavilion Café & Coffee Bar C4 E St Johns Road 01298 23114 The King’s Head Market Place 01298 27719 Stars Cafe E 95 Spring Gardens 01298 213207 The Old Clubhouse 3 Water Street 01298 70117 E Southern Fried Chicken E 6 Bridge Street 01298 27790 The Old Sun Inn 33 High Street 01298 72375 E Sylvie’s 68 Spring Gardens The Railway 8 Bridge Street 01298 71435 E The Cafe @ The Green Pavilion E 4-6 Terrace Road 01298 77480 The Vault 2-4 High Street 01298 212354 Wye Bridge House (Wetherspoons) E Fairfield Road 01298 70932 The Coach House E 3 Scarsdale Place 01298 71393 The Herb Garden Bistro 26A Hardwick Street 07515 926945 BRITISH The Hydro Café & Tea Rooms 75 Spring Gardens 01298 79065 Columbine E4 7 Hall Bank 01298 78752 E The Pepperpot Cafe E 135 Victoria Park Road 01298 70992 Devonshire Dome D2 1 Devonshire Road 01298 330345 The Purple Fox The Arches, Hogshaw Mill, Fairfield Road, CHINESE The Source E 7 Terrace Road 01298 71927 Kwei Lin 1-2 Lower Hardwick Street 01298 22611 The Tradesmen’s Entrance 13 Scarsdale Place 07950 530654 The Great Panda 7 Eagle Parade 01298 23703 Upstairs at Charlotte’s Cavendish Arcade 01298 938100 FRENCH La Brasserie D3 E George Street 01298 25333 GREEK E Wheelchair friendly. Wheelchair Ithaca Greek Taverna 3 Eagle Parade 01298 72203 access may depend upon size and INDIAN type of chair. Indian Palace 5 Cavendish Circus 01298 23136 Please contact the provider to Taj Mahal E 35 High Street 01298 78388 enquire if they have disabled toilets ITALIAN Michelangelo’s 1 Market Place 01298 26640 Pizza Express E 14 Cavendish Arcade 01298 24922 JAPANESE Min’s Tea House & Sushi Bar 8 Market Street NEPALESE Gurkha Tingmo Palace 55 High Street 01298 22288 Columbine Restaurant MEXICAN We are a small independent Lone Star E restaurant, preparing freshly 3 George Street 01298 73301 prepared evening meals and SPANISH Sunday lunch. Pre and After Flamenco Tapas E Theatre meals by prior reservation. 9 Concert Place 01298 27392 SWISS/ITALIAN 7, Hall Bank, Buxton, St Moritz Derbyshire SK17 6EW 8 Cavendish Circus 01298 22225 Tel: 01298 78752 THAI Andrea Joseph - The Buxton Spa Prize Simply Thai E www.columbinerestaurant.co.uk 2-3 Cavendish Circus 01298 24471 MAP REF: E4 12 13 Eating out visitbuxton.co.uk

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Lee Wood Hotel HHHH Award Winning Restaurant Ithaca restaurant Award winning is the ideal Enjoy Pre-theatre Dinners venue for special Restaurant celebrations Only 200 Yards from the Opera House hosting a variety of Enjoy Pre-theatre functions. We Call on: 01298 23002 pride ourselves Dinners on friendly, efficient service The Park, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 6TQ and we are Only 200 yards from committed E. [email protected] Opera House W. www.leewoodhotel.co.uk to assisting you in every way possible to ensure Call on: your function is 01298 23002 memorable for all the right reasons.

The Park, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 6TQ Mon-Thu 17.00 - 21.30pm Fri-Sat 17.00 - 22.00pm Sun 17.00-21.00pm E. [email protected] W. www.leewoodhotel.co.uk 3 Eagle Parade, Buxton Telephone: 01298 72203

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8a Hall Bank Buxton SK17 6EW 01298 79119 [email protected] Alpine charm in the heart of Buxton! Our stylish, quirky bar has a roaring fire, Cask Marque ales, well-chosen wine list and huge gin menu. Kitchen open daily serving an eclectic mix of European classics and ski lodge favourites. New Bar Open with a good selection of wines The Duke

123 St Johns Rd Buxton SK17 6UR Snacks 01298 78781 MAP REF: A4 [email protected] A great village pub in the beautiful Peak District! Light Lunches Cask Marque ales, homemade pub favourites including our famous Sunday roasts and fantastic handmade pies; great beer garden, a warm a La Carte Menu welcome and great service! Kids, dogs and muddy boots all welcome! Bar/Lounge Area MAP REF: E6 The Old Sun Inn Speciality Beers 33 High St Buxton SK17 6HA 01298 937986 [email protected] OPEN 11AM A traditional country pub on the High St! Six UNTIL LATE cask ales, quality lagers, great wine list, huge gin selection, roaring fires and a large beer garden. Kitchen open daily serving great British pub classics. Dogs, children and muddy boots welcome! www.thebarbrasseriebuxton.co.uk

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Spring Gardens Spring Gardens, including the indoor MORE CHOICE shopping centre, The Springs, is the Bags principal shopping street with many independent retailers offering a wide range of furniture, home accessories, interior design, flowers, fashion and jewellery along with various national retailers, including Waitrose and WH Smith. And find The Arches at Hogshaw Mill just past the end of Spring Gardens, full of interesting stalls and artisanal pop-up shops. There is ample customer parking and easy access to the train station and bus stops. Lower Buxton Those seeking stylish fashion and gifts should drop into the Cavendish Arcade, with more than fifteen independent retailers trading from the beautifully restored, Grade II listed neo-classical thermal baths. The Tony Beresford - The Buxton Spa Prize building boasts a stunning stained glass barrel vaulted roof designed by the painter and artist . Don’t miss the You will be pleasantly surprised by the shopping great food and drink to be found on the nearby Quadrant, experience in Buxton, with its wide range of George Street and The Square and the new boutique shops opening in the Crescent. independent and unique shops complementing the treasured national retailing brands. Immerse Higher Buxton yourself in the classical architecture, charming Take time to explore Higher Buxton, where the town’s arcades and pedestrianised streets and suddenly traditional market place is home to some wonderful shopping becomes a more relaxing event, almost independent retailers, from children’s shoes, bookshops, butchers and delis. Walk all along the High Street past Five as therapeutic as a spa treatment! Ways Junction to London Road. And don’t miss the Green Man Gallery behind the Museum, where a community of artists have a showcase gallery and shop.

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Stylish Interiors of Buxton HIGH PEAK 360° Made to measure curtains and SECONDHAND BOOKS blinds, upholstery service, large Workshops & & BOOKBINDING selection of wallpapers and 1:1 Tuition 42 High Street, Buxton designer fabrics. SK17 6HB • 01298 73100 Mon–Sat 9.30 to 5.00 15 High Street, Buxton shop-in-shop Google My Business, Sunday 12.00 to 4.00 01298 74742 Street View, Search [email protected] SPECIALIST IN Engine Optimisation Paramo & Marketing outdoor clothing 360° Photography INGENIOUS DESIGN inc. Virtual Tours INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY

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6 Market Place, Buxton SK17 6EB OPEn SEvEn dayS a wEEK [email protected] Tel: 01298 25824 highpeak360.com www.scrivenersbooks.co.uk www.everythingsrosyinteriors.com www.jo-royle.co.uk In ’s 10 Best Bookshops MAP REF: E6 MAP REF: F4 MAP REF: F4 MAP REF: D6 Buxton Spa® Aromatics Base Oils & Bath Oils Candles Diffusers Stockists: contemporary fine art and creative hub Essential Oils Original paintings, drawings, prints, ceramics, textiles, Hand Balms Visitor Information in The Pump Room photographs, mixed-media, jewellery Lip Balms and other locally made unique gifts for sale. Massage Oils Retail Hall in A varied programme of exhibitions, workshops, Salt & Soaps art events and live music. Skin Care Pavilion Gardens Blending Equipment Large workshop space for hire. Open Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat - 10.30am to 4.30pm Sunday - 11.30am to 4.30pm buxtonspa.co.uk Closed on Thursdays. Open every day in July. Buxton Spa Aromatics , Hardwick Square South, Buxton SK17 6PY A Buxton Spa Company 01298 937375 07977 956707 thegreenmangallery.com [email protected] MAP REF: F4 MAP REF: F4

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Buxton Visitor Centre BUS The Pump Room, SK17 6BH Derbyshire Bus Timetables: Tel: 01298 214577 www.derbysbus.info Email: [email protected] Premier Shopping in the Buxton and High Peak Buxton Hospital Minor Injuries Unit (your local High Peak services) London Road, SK17 9NJ - limited services. 0844 351 1120, www.highpeakbuses.com SPA TOWN OF BUXTON Open: 8am - 10pm. Tel: 01298 214000 Skyline 199 Buxton Museum & Art Gallery to and from Airport every 30mins Terrace Road, SK17 6DA. Tel: 01629 533540 www.highpeakbuses.com Enjoy the best in independent retailing all year round within www.derbyshire.gov.uk/buxtonmuseum Travel Line the fine surrounding of Buxton’s Grade II listedBuxton Baths, Disabled access. public transport information Open: Tues - Fri 9.30am - 5.30pm, Sat: home to Cavendish Arcade. From men’s and women’s fashion 0871 200 22 33, www.traveline.info to homewares, gifts, luxuries and ethical goods, Cavendish 9.30am-5pm, Sundays and Bank Holidays Shopping Arcade is the perfect blend of refinement and depth, from Easter to 30 Sept, 10.30am-5pm Journey Planner Buxton Opera House www.traveline.info bringing you a retail experience like no other. www.theaa.com/route-planner Water Street, SK17 6XN. Tel bookings: 01298 72190 All time tables available from Partial access to wheelchair users. the Tourist Information Office www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk Buxton Police Station CAR PARKING Silverlands, SK17 6QJ. Dial 101 Buxton car parking Buxton Swimming & Fitness Centre www.highpeak.gov.uk/hp/council-services/ St John’s Road, SK17 6BE. car-parks-and-transport/car-park-charges Tel: 01298 766142 Buxton Cinema ELECTRIC CAR CHARGING In the Pavilion Gardens Arts Centre, At The Lee Wood Hotel SK17 6BE.Tel: 01298 72190 The Park, SK7 6TQ Tel: 01298 23002 www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk The Old Manse Guesthouse Pavilion Gardens 6 Clifton Road, Silverlands, Buxton, SK17 6QL St John’s Road, SK17 6BE. Tel: 01298 23114 Tel: 01298 25638 (Discretion of the house) Open: 9.30am - 5.00pm everyday except Christmas Day. Cavendish Hospital www.paviliongardens.co.uk PETROL STATIONS Poole’s Cavern Green Lane, SK17 9DH. Tel: 01298 26978 Tesco Esso, London Road (A515) Open everyday, 9.30am - 5pm. Closed Morrisons, Bakewell Road (A6) Christmas and New years Day Rock Bay, Leek Road (A53) www.poolescavern.co.uk n Forget me not interiors n Upstairs at Charlotte’s Cafe Toilets: See map for location TAXI n n Pizza Express Jantar Jewellery Buxton Radio Taxis: 01298 23457 n University of Derby, Buxton n Jantar Pottery Beer District Devonshire Road, SK17 6RY. Jam Taxi Services: 01298 72333 Allied Taxis: 01298 72123 n Divine Trash n Hemstock Jones Tel: 01298 330620 www.derby.ac.uk Crescent Cars Ltd: 01298 73515 n Home Boutique n Charlotte’s Chocolates Useful websites: n n Wild Olive TRAIN Bella Borsa www.visitbuxton.co.uk n Atticusboo n Barbers at No. 3 www.visitpeakdistrict.com Northern Rail Services n Eco Republic n Unique Feet www.peakdistrict.gov.uk Buxton to and from Manchester www.explorebuxtonderbyshire.co.uk www.northernrail.org n Vintage Rose n Kelly Meylan www.accessiblederbyshire.org Virgin Rail Services n www.buxtonweather.co.uk n Chic Accessories Kew Books Only from Manchester, Stockport and Macclesfield, www.virgintrains.co.uk CHURCHES National Rail Enquiries Church of England: Tel: 03457 484 950 • St Anne’s, Bath Road www.nationalrail.co.uk • St Mary’s, Dale Road • St John the Baptist, St John’s Road WHEELCHAIR HIRE/SALE • Trinity Church, Hardwick Mount Methodist: Chapel Street Pavilion Gardens, St John’s Road Other: United Reformed, Connex Community Support, Eagle Cavendish Shopping Arcade, Hardwick Square East Parade Roman Catholic: St Anne’s, Care 100, 61 Spring Gardens The Crescent, Buxton, Derbyshire Terrace Road Tel: 01298 212483 MAP REF: E3 22 23 Town map visitbuxton.co.uk

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Map Reference: F3 Everything Rosy D4 Grosvenor House E3 Cavendish Arcade E6 The Old Sun Inn D3 Joseph Apartments F3 Everythings Rosy Interiors Buxton A4 The Duke D2 University of Derby I8 Lime Tree Holiday Park F4 Green Man Gallery F4 Buxton Museum & Art Gallery E4 53º North C6 Roseleigh Guest House F4 Jo Royle Outdoor D3 Buxton Opera House E3 Buxton Brewery Tap House D6 The Queen’s Head Hotel D6 Scrivener’s Bookshop I1 Peak Practice Golf E4 Columbine Restaurant E2 Palace Hotel G2 Waitrose Shopping A8 Poole’s Cavern E4 Ithaca Greek Taverna D3 No6 The Square F4 Buxton Spa Aromatics Accommodation D2 Devonshire Spa Eating Out E3 La Brasserie E3 Buxton Crescent Hotel & F4 High Peak 360˚ Peak District D3 Discover Buxton D3 No.6 The Square Tea Rooms Thermal Spa E6 Stylish Interiors of Buxton E3 Buxton Visitors Centre D3 Old Hall Hotel

Attractions & Activities C2 Lee Wood Hotel E2 Palace Hotel TIMES The Dome to 25 Swimming Pool 10 Pooles Cavern to The Springs 24 TIMES mins mins 25 Shopping visitbuxton.co.uk INDEPENDENT P is for pets at Buxton Pets (14 w is for wedding dresses at SHOPPING IN Spring Gardens) and Nature’s Gracie Bleu Bridal (26 Dale Rd) TO BUXTON Own (1 High St). A Z X is for exercise at Thomas Finding unique, independent shops in Buxton is as easy as A, B, C. Q is for quirky finds at Maggie Theyer Foundation Sports Shop Mays antique shop (11-12 (1 London Rd) Bucking the national trend of identical High Streets, we’re proud Grove Parade) and Arnemetia’s to offer a diverse and refreshingly different shopping experience. (6 Market St) is for with Peak Everybody’s retail favourites are here too, but as you stroll Y cycling Ascent Cycles (6 High Street) through our alphabet of shopping you won’t need us to R is for rope from Caving and Mark Anthony’s spell out the main point of difference. Buxton - Affording Supplies (19 London Rd). (115 Spring Gardens). Better Choice. S is for sewing at Sew-In Z is for zoooooming off on (1 Spring Gardens) and a motorbike from Guy Allott A is for art at The Green Man (4 Cavendish Circus) and Peak for shoes at Unique Feet Motorcycles (42 Dale Rd) Gallery (Hardwick Square Pharmacy (Scarsdale Place). (Cavendish Arcade), Bell’s South), Isla Fine Art (Cavendish Shoes (43 Spring Gardens) and Arcade) and Gallery in the I is for interiors at Everythings One Small Step (9 Hall Bank) Gardens (Pavilion Gardens). Rosy (8 Hardwick Street), The Home Boutique (Cavendish T is for toys at Appleyard B is for booze at Beer District Arcade), Famous Names & Sons (Grove Parade) and (Cavendish Arcade) and Furniture (7-9 London Rd) and Knowles Toys and Models (26 books at High Peak Bookstore Premier Furnishings (11 High St) Hardwick St) (Ashbourne Road), Scrivener’s Books and Bookbinding (42 J is for jewellery at Jantar U is for Flowers for You High Street), and Chapter & (Cavendish Arcade), Simon’s (5 Bridge St) Verse (2-4 Market St). Jewellers (64-66 Spring Gardens) and CW Sellors (65 V is for vinyl at Coda Vinyl C is for celebrating at Spring Gardens) Café (2 South Ave) and Celebrations party shop (16 vacuum cleaners at Bradwell & Terrace Rd) K is for kitchen at Hargreaves, Singleton, domestic appliances trading since 1865 (16-18 Spring specialists (16-18 Hardwick St) D is for department store: Gardens) Potters of Buxton, trading since 1860 (8 Terrace Rd) L is for lavender at Lavender Janet Mayled - The Buxton Spa Prize & Green (The Grove) and E is for eco-friendly shopping luggage at Bella Borsa at Day Zero, zero waste food (Cavendish Arcade) shop (30 High St) M is for mmmmm pudding at F is for fashion at Room 49 the Buxton Pudding Emporium (49 High St) and Divine Trash (4 The Square) and mmmmm (Cavendish Arcade) and chocolate at Charlotte’s frames at Apertures (51 High St). Chocolates (Cavendish Arcade) G is for gifts at Atticus Boo (Cavendish Arcade), Shabby N is for newspapers at High Chic (49 High St) and Grove Street News (24-26 High St) Goodies & Geekery (2 Eagle Parade) O is for outdoor equipment and clothing at Jo Royle (6 The H is for handmade at Wild Market Place) and Track & Trail Olive (Cavendish Arcade) (11-12 Spring Gardens) and health at Clowes Chemist, Victorian pharmacy since 1875

26 27 Attractions & activities visitbuxton.co.uk Relax, IT’S A SPA TOWN Whatever your age or interests, Buxton has something to see or do to make your visit truly memorable. From artistic and cultural pursuits to the extremes of physical adventure in our undisputably great outdoors, Giles Davies - The Buxton Spa Prize there is always something new to try whatever the time of year. And there’s no need to worry about the weather. The town has so much to offer come sun, rain or even snow!

High Energy If you crave physical pursuits then you won’t be short of choice with Keeping activities from go-karting to golf and swimming to horse riding. Explore the heights with Go Ape, the high THE KIDS HAPPY wire forest adventure course, or journey beneath the earth at Poole’s Cavern. And don’t forget, this is the Peak District; we are surrounded by a natural playground just perfect for walking, caving, climbing and cycling. Family Fun Children love the miniature train, playgrounds and soft play area in the Pavilion Gardens and don’t forget to visit the fish in the Conservatory. There’s plenty more to explore at the Buxton Museum and Art Gallery. Have a fun afternoon at Little Rascals indoor play centre or visit Archie the donkey and his friends at Archie’s Farm during the summer. Paint-a-pot at Lasting Impressions or try other creative activities at special events and workshops run by Buxton Opera House, and others during school holiday periods. 28 29 Attractions & activities visitbuxton.co.uk

Discover Buxton Tours Guided walks, rides & unique Welcome to Buxton. The Visitor Centre in the heart experiences. of the town has all the We breathe life into inspiration and information you need for your visit to Buxton’s past. Buxton, the High Peak and Join us on Peak District. The beautiful Pump Room features an a journey! insight into the town’s spa heritage, gift shop of bespoke souvenirs and a programme of events. We look forward to welcoming you. Buxton Visitor Centre, The Pump Room The Crescent, Buxton, SK17 6BH www.buxtoncrescentexperience.com [email protected] Contact us: Tel: 01298 214577 07530 457755 The Pump Room is free to visit during the day. Please check our website for opening times. 01298 79648 [email protected] www.www.discoverbuxton.co.ukdiscoverbuxton.co.uk MAP REF: E3 MAP REF: D3

BUXTON OPERA HOUSE & PAVILION ARTS CENTRE

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FREE ENTRY & Buxton Country Park A natural wonder of the Peak District Discover the Wonders of the Peak Exhibitions | Family Friendly | Shop | Events

Tue – Sat: 10am – 5pm Sundays & Bank Holidays (Easter – Sep): 12 – 4pm derbyshire.gov.uk/buxtonmuseum Explore Terrace Road, Buxton beneath the earth, SK17 6DA with our expert guides 01629 533540 vast limestone caverns MAP REF: F4 All weather with crystal stalactites attraction millions of years old

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Stroll 340 yard floodlit Raised target greens Golf Driving Range & distance markers ● 340 yard floodlit Golf ● Raised target greens & through beautiful Suitable for all ages Refreshments & woodland trails to a Driving Range& levels distancegolf merchandise markers panoramic ● Suitable forLH all & RHages club & hirelevels available● RefreshmentsIdeal rainy day& golf venue – Peak District hilltop & group tuition merchandiseeverybody welcome ● LH & RH club hire available viewpoint. Top quality balls & mats Open from 10am daily & group tuition ● Ideal rainy day venue Fun for all the family – everybodyPGA Tuition welcome available ● Top quality balls & mats Peak Practice Golf Driving Range T: 01298 26978 Barms Farm, Off A6, 1 mile North of Buxton,● Open Fairfield fromCommon, 10am Buxton SK17 daily 7HW ● E: [email protected] Fun for T:all 01298 the 74444 family [email protected] www.peakpracticegolf.co.uk ● PGA Tuition available Poole’s Cavern and Buxton Country, Park Green Lane, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 9DH Peak Practice Golf Driving Range www.poolescavern.co.uk Barms Farm, Off A6, 1 mile North of Buxton, Fairfield Common, Buxton SK17 7HW T: 01298 74444 [email protected] www.peakpracticegolf.co.uk

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Art Exhibition

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Friday 28th June to Wednesday 31st July.

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Presented to the Town in 1940, The MARKET CROSS, relocated the prominent ST ANN’S WELL is in 1813 to mark the Royal Charter constantly fed with Spring Water at a awarded to Buxton Market is situated temperature of 27.5° Centigrade and on the Town Hall Piazza. stands next to the Pump Room. On the Trail G A walk down High Street will bring you B Nearby, at the entrance to Spring to ST ANNE’S CHURCH, thought to be Gardens, is THE CHILDREN’S WELL. the oldest building in the town, just off OF BUXTON’S HERITAGE Made of pink granite, it was presented Bath Road. A walk down Market Street to the Town in 1886. from the Market Place leads directly to ST MARY’S, a fine example of an Arts C THE SLOPES rising in front of the and Crafts building, built in 1914. Take a stroll from the magnificent Georgian Crescent Crescent were designed by Sir in 1818 and modified by H At the bottom of HALL BANK, an and Pump Room up the Slopes past the Town Joseph Paxton in 1840. If you follow the elegant line of town houses dating from paths through the trees you will notice the 1790s, you come onto BROAD Hall to the highest Market Place in England. Then that together with the Crescent they WALK, a fashionable terrace of houses wind back down through the delightful Pavilion form a complete circle. designed by a variety of prominent Gardens towards the Opera House, the Dome and D At the top of the Slopes, stands the architects from the 1860s to the 1880s. imposing TOWN HALL, designed by I THE PAVILION GARDENS, designed the imposing Palace Hotel, taking in the Octagon, William Pollard in 1889. by Edward Milner and opened in 1871 Pavilion and other captivating features en route. This E THE MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY on 23 acres of land given by the 7th has since 1928 occupied part of the Duke of Devonshire, were restored to is a truly impressive trail around the architectural former Peak Hydropathic Hotel. There the original layout in 2000. Here, along gems that make Buxton what it is. is a permanent gallery enhanced the banks of the River Wye, are the throughout the year by exhibitions, imposing Bandstand, the ‘Snail Back’ workshops and events. garden, miniature railway and lakes Guided Heritage tours by our experienced local guides are filled with a variety of water birds and THE GREEN MAN GALLERY - An the six-metre fountain. available. See Discover Buxton’s advert on page 31. extension to the Peak Hydropathic Hotel with a Victorian sprung dance THE PAVILION GARDENS COMPLEX, floor built in 1896. The venue now has originally the Winter Gardens, now houses a varied programme of exhibitions, a cafe, coffee bar, conservatory, shops workshops, arts events and live music and the Pavilion Arts Centre restored to its Locations plotted on centre page map A to R former glory and re-opened as a flexible F THE MARKET PLACE, at 1032 feet performance and conference venue in above sea level, officially the highest A THE CRESCENT was built by the THE NATURAL BATHS, on the site 2010. The Pavilion is also home to Buxton in England, is ringed by some of the Cinema and the Gallery in the Garden. fifth Duke of Devonshire in 1784 to of the original Roman Bath, were built older buildings of the town which make provide accommodation for visitors between 1851 and 1854 and will form up the Higher Buxton shopping area. THE OCTAGON, designed by Robert attracted to the town by the health- the centre piece of the Spa Pool and It has an open market every Saturday Rippon Duke was opened in 1876 giving Spa. Designed by treatment rooms of the hotel. and Tuesday. Here you will also find a and recently restored. It now houses a to rival the Royal Crescent at Bath, it To the right of the Crescent is the variety of pubs, restaurants, wine bars variety of fairs, auctions, concerts and was a Georgian ‘leisure centre’ with CAVENDISH ARCADE. Originally and clubs. events. two hotels, apartments, shops, coffee designed as a thermal bath in 1854, it and card rooms and a magnificent now serves as a speciality shopping Assembly Room. Work is now in arcade. It features the original plunge progress to restore this Grade 1 listed bath and the interior still has most of its building to its former glory. Minton tiling and a striking glass barrel THE PUMP ROOM opposite was built vaulted ceiling by Brian Clarke. in 1894 by as an addition By the Cavendish Arcade is to the ‘water treatments’ of the time TURNER’S MEMORIAL, erected in and in use until 1981. Now reopened 1879 at a cost of £224 in memory as the Buxton Visitor Centre. of a local benefactor Samuel Turner. Photo: Mark Lomas Restored in 1994. Town Hall Devonshire Campus St John’s Church The Market Place 36 37 Heritage Trail visitbuxton.co.uk Weddings Buxton is a wonderful place for a wedding, with

The Opera House Palace Hotel Fan Window its picturesque gardens Next door, is the SPA SWIMMING N The great FAN WINDOW by Joseph and historic buildings. POOL & FITNESS CENTRE. Paxton is all that is left of the two Fan Windows that stood at the ends of the Come for a visit and design J BUXTON OPERA HOUSE, designed Railway Stations. by Frank Matcham, was opened in your perfect day. 1903 and restored in 1979. One of the O The fifth Duke of Devonshire built THE finest provincial theatres, it presents a OLD COURT HOUSE which now Ceremony Venues varied programme of music, drama, houses a variety of restaurants and cafes. comedy and dance throughout the In addition to the numerous P The oldest building in Lower Buxton year. churches in the town, there is part of THE OLD HALL HOTEL. It are many licensed venues for Opposite Buxton Opera House you will was originally built by the 6th Earl of see an original ‘Penfold’ VICTORIAN Shrewsbury and housed the captive a range of congregation sizes. POST BOX installed in 1867 and it is one Mary, Queen of Scots, who visited a In the Pavilion Gardens, the of only three still in use. number of times between 1573 and colourful, scented, Victorian 1584 to take the waters. K ST JOHN’S CHURCH was designed Winter Garden Conservatory by John White & Son in 1811 in a neo Q Just outside the town, is POOLE’S and the Don Redfern classical ‘Tuscan’ style. The church is CAVERN, one of the seven Wonders of Memorial Bandstand. not only a place of worship, but also the Peak, extending for over 300 metres home to the Buxton Musical Society. into the limestone of the hillside above The designers were also responsible the town. Visited by prehistoric cave for the colonnaded town houses in dwellers, Celtic and Roman visitors, THE SQUARE. medieval outlaws and Elizabethan Royalty. L Dominating the Buxton skyline is the There is also The Conservatory DEVONSHIRE DOME, the University Poole’s Cavern has a wealth of history and the Pendennis Suite at the of Derby’s Buxton Campus. The Dome, and legend as well as spectacular Lee Wood Hotel. with a diameter of 46 metres, built by stalactite formations. Conducted tours Robert Rippon Duke in 1882 for the are available all year round. Together Or spend your day at the For truly unique transport Royal Devonshire Hospital, sits on the with GO APE, an aerial forest adventure characterful Old Hall Hotel, with to and from your wedding original building by John Carr which through the trees of The Country Park, a ceremony in the Cavendish ceremony, take the Wonder housed the horses and servants of or a walk up to SOLOMON’S TEMPLE, Room or the Garden Room of the Peak tram!. A wedding the guests of the Crescent hotels. The there is much to do and see. package is available. general public are welcome to use the Restaurant or The Palace Hotel R The Victorian CIRCULAR PARK many facilities, including restaurant, which offers ceremonies in its ESTATE, like other parts of Buxton, was coffee shop, hair salon, and holistic laid out by Joseph Paxton. In the middle Chatsworth, Cavendish and Spa. is the Cricket Ground, ringed by houses High Peak suites. M Next door to the University is the of varied architectural styles including a Or why not marry under the imposing PALACE HOTEL. Completed former residence of Vera Brittain and the impressive Devonshire Dome, in 1868 it was one of a number of LEE WOOD HOTEL. grand hotels built for the numerous the largest unsupported dome Spa visitors. in Europe. There is no larger, or more spectacular, venue for Locations plotted on centre page map A to R your wedding in the town. To find out more, visit www. Photo: Rosie Hardy visitbuxton.co.uk/weddings.

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Put your head down Enjoy Buxton has more than its share of top quality hotels, from the historic Old Hall which housed Mary, Queen of Scots in the 1500s, to the Palace Hotel, YOUR STAY Leewood Hotel and the many others in and around the town. Spoilt for Choice

As you might expect there are many very comfortable Georgian and Victorian hotels, as well as a healthy choice of boutique guest houses, pubs, and cosy bed and breakfast establishments, providing the perfect accommodation for every requirement. Home from Home

Self-catering apartments may be just what you need, and there are plenty of opportunities for caravan and Alex Kelly - The Buxton Spa Prize holiday home rentals too. Check out Lime Tree Park for instance, a caravan Buxton was built for visitors and the accommodation and campsite situated in its own reflects the long history of people coming to the wooded valley yet within easy reach of the town. heart of the Peaks for a variety of reasons. As long A stay in Buxton means you are never ago as the sixteenth century, visitors came to take the more than a ten-minute walk from waters at the ‘New Hall’ – now the Old Hall, one of restaurants, attractions and the town the oldest hotels in England. These days, they come to centre. To find a bed that suits you and your family, contact the Buxton Visitor meet friends, take in a show at Buxton Opera House Centre on 01298 214577 or visit one of or Pavilion Arts Centre, attend a wedding, walk in the the following web sites. hills or simply to relax on a short break and take in the www.visitbuxton.co.uk sights. www.visitpeakdistrict.com

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Grosvenor House 1 Broad Walk, Buxton, SK17 6JE Tel: 01298 72439 Alison & Kev Morrissey [email protected] www.grosvenorbuxton.co.uk Fully refurbished en-suite guest accommodation overlooking the Pavilion Gardens to the Opera House and the hills beyond. A quiet location within three minutes walk of the town centre, restaurants and pubs. All rooms offer a full range of comforts with stair lif t access to the first floor.

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Joseph Apartment 3 The Square, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 6AZ T: 07855 134362 www.josephapartment-thesquare.co.uk

Proudly introducing our desirable, extremely spacious, first floor self catering apartment. A former Georgian lodging house set within The Square, a historic grade II listed landmark of spa town Buxton.

The Square, in keeping with the design of The Crescent - has a colonnade around the perimeter and stands impressively opposite The Opera House and The Pavilion Gardens where hundreds of Festivals and Events take place all year round! 8 large windows to the front offering superb views of The Devonshire Dome.

Right on the doorstep of Buxton’s “cosmopolitan” centre with new wine bars and bistros - perfect for pre and post theatre dinners. The Town centre, its many restaurants, cafes, shopping arcades and boutiques - a stone’s throw away! Sleeps 6/8 . 2 bathrooms . 3 toilets . 1 parking permit included . Expected 4/5*

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Buxton Crescent is a Grade 1 listed building with a fascinating past and exciting future. The impressive building was the centrepiece in the Fifth Duke of Devonshire’s plans to establish a fashionable Georgian spa town in Buxton. The original layout included two hotels, six lodging houses and an imposing Assembly Room. The current restoration and redevelopment will create a luxury 80 bedroom hotel, impressive natural thermal mineral spa and a number of restored meeting and event spaces including the Assembly Room. It is anticipated that the hotel will open in 2019. In this endeavour, we are working with the Town, to For details of the Hotel & Thermal Spa, please email realise a shared ambition to restore the architectural [email protected] heritage alongside the Town’s well-earned reputation for or visit www.buxtoncrescent.com culture, art, hospitality, health and well-being. For details on the Trust please visit In addition to the main hotel and spa renovation, the www.buxtoncrescenttrust.org Pump Room and a selection of spaces in the Crescent are being developed by the Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust to create a visitor journey exploring the town’s spa heritage, the Crescent’s past, its characters and restoration.

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Non-Smoking Accommodation Overlooking The Pavilion Gardens En-suite Rooms · Comfortable Lounge Excellent Breakfasts Private Car Park · Free Wi-Fi Internet Access “Discover camping, touring caravans & self-catering 19 Broad Walk · Buxton · Derbyshire · SK17 6JR accommodation” Telephone/Fax 01298 24904 www.limetreeparkbuxton.com 01298 22988 Email [email protected] Lime Tree Holiday Park, Duke’s Drive, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9RP Website www.roseleighhotel.co.uk MAP REF: I8 MAP REF: C6 46 47 TOP 10 UNIVERSITY – FOR HOSPITALITY, EVENT MANAGEMENT AND TOURISM

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