Location: Bakewell
Top Things to do in Bakewell
What to do and see in Bakewell, England: The Best Historic Sites
Bakewell is a small market town and civil parish in the Derbyshire Dales district of Derbyshire, England, well known for the local confection Bakewell pudding. It is located on the River Wye, about thirteen miles (21 km) southwest of Sheffield. In the 2011 census the civil parish of Bakewell had a population of 3,949. The town is close to the tourist attractions of Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall.
Restaurants in Bakewell
1. Arbor Low Stone Circle & Gib Hill Barrow
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 141 reviews
A prehistoric monument that was started in the Neolithic period, probably between 3,000 and 2,500 BC, consisting of 42 stones in a 40-meter diameter circle.
Reviewed By jacquelinee930
If you expect to see standing stones then this is not for you. However, it was obviously a very important place at some point in the dim and distant past. Although it’s managed by English Heritage it’s located on private land so there is a token £1 charge to enter. Payment is made via an honesty box just before you enter the farmyard. It’s a relatively short walk from the parking area through the farmyard before you turn left and head over 2 fields to the monument. There are a couple of information boards in the area which are worth looking at to get some idea of the importance of the site. The stoned themselves are impressive but so are the views you get from the top of the site. Brown signs make it easy to find from the A515.
2. Chatsworth House
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4.5 based on 8,431 reviews
Chatsworth, home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, is set in the heart of the Peak District in Derbyshire, on the banks of the river Derwent. Explore the historic house for fascinating stories and one of Europe's most significant art collections. In the garden, discover water features, giant sculptures and beautiful flowers set in Britain's most stunning and surprising country estate. Or come face to face with our farm animals in our working farmyard and enjoy adventurous fun in the playground. Furthermore, with holiday cottages and hotels, shops and restaurants, including Britain's best farm shop, you can really make the most of your time with us.
Reviewed By 186louisem - Solihull, United Kingdom
Christmas market???? was Wonderful very well organised lots of different lovely stalls ,food????,drink????, and lovely Christmas presents ideas????.Will be returning next year .As a family we had a lovely day would highly recommend this event.At different times we have also visited the house and gardens which are beautiful
3. Thornbridge Hall Gardens
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4.5 based on 180 reviews
We are Open. Eccentric, eclectic gardens and so much more. Something for all the family - messy play for children and catching bath ducks for everyone. Yummy food from our own bakehouse - with THornbridge beer on tap!
4. Hob Hurst's House
5. Haddon Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,751 reviews
Haddon Hall stands on a rocky outcrop overlooking the River Wye. One of the finest examples of a Medieval and Tudor manor house, open to visitors, with wonderful gardens.Visit Haddon Hall and truly step back in time. Visit our website for full details of opening times, prices, and our full list of special events.We also have a Restaurant selling fresh, local produce and a Gift Shop which carries a good range of locally sourced giftware.
Reviewed By Alli_Ram
This is an absolute jewel of a place. Originally built in the middle ages, because the family moved out when they were awarded a dukedom, the hall was mothballed for years and so you can see how so many previous generations lived. There are sections of the Hall that cant be accessed as the family still live there, but what you can see is amazing. It would be difficult for those less mobile to get around as there are hills and steps and the floors are quite uneven in parts but it is definitely worth the effort to see it. The gardens are also a joy. Set over many terraces, they look directly over the river and are kept absolutely beautifully. They also have a café that is serving lovely food, their cakes were so substantial we were stuffed. There is a fee for the car park that doesn’t seem fair, and I thought that the entrance fee of around £17 was rather steep when paying it but I personally found that it is worth every penny of the entrance fee (still don’t think its fair to pay for the car park as well tho).
6. Magpie Mines
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4.5 based on 46 reviews
Mining for lead has been carried out at Magpie Mine, near Bakewell, for over 250 years, and the site is one of the best examples of its kind in the country. The area is protected by Scheduled Monument status and there is free access on foot to the site (vehicles are not allowed on site). There are new interpretation boards being erected on site to explain how the mine will have looked when being worked. Peak District Mines Historical Society take care of Magpie Mine. They are often on site at weekends and happy to answer questions.
Reviewed By Bww1111 - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Found Magpie Mine by chance and decided to have a look around. What an amazing piece of history! Lovely well kept site and plenty of information on the board about the place. I noticed that other visitors had commented on there being very little information on the site but I felt there was enough and I looked up more information on the internet when I got home. It was quite cold there as it is in a very open spot so wrap up warm if you do visit. Parking is on the road and it will take you a couple of minutes to reach the site. Will definately visit again.
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