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What to do and see in Bakewell, United Kingdom (UK): The Best Places and Tips
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.
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1. Monsal Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By KevinSadler2364 - Leicester, United Kingdom
The Monsal Trail is the bed of the Great Central Railway, running from Bakewell through to Wyevale, through some of the most magnificent scenery in England. The highlight is undoubtedly the wonder as you emerge from the Headstone Tunnel on to the Monsal Head viaduct.
2. Bakewell Old House Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 189 reviews
Atmospheric Tudor building with a large collection of eclectic items. Tudor rooms with massive open fireplaces, wattle and daub screens, beamed ceilings. Over 9,500 items to see and some you can touch. Lots of hands on activities for children, dressing up box, award winning RAT trail, quizzes, courtyard games. So much to see and enjoy for the whole family. Special events lists (see website). Group and school bookings by arrangement. Weekly guided walks of Bakewell Town - "Secrets and Legends" full of fascinating facts and details of Bakewell through the ages. All walks meet at the Peak information centre in Bakewell Town. Thursdays at 2pm. First Sunday of every month 5pm.
Reviewed By Ian H - Chelmsford, United Kingdom
Unpretentious, quaint, interesting little museum that had the kids fully tuned in for about the hour it takes to visit. Cost was low. Kids were free, having completed a little treasure hunt to get there. Lots of different items to see.
3. Thornbridge Hall Gardens
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4.5 based on 101 reviews
Set in the heart of the Peak District National Park, there are 12 acres of quintessentially English Gardens to explore. Areas of the garden include The Orangery, Water Garden and Koi Lake, Grottos, Kitchen Garden, Scented Terrace, 100ft Herbaceous Border and statuary to name but a few. Treat yourself to light lunches, drinks, cakes and our award winning Thornbridge Brewery Beer in our stunning Carriage House Café. Plants grown from seed and cuttings on the Estate are available to purchase from our gardeners. Dogs welcome on a lead Children under 16 are free
Reviewed By Topdog100 - Hardstoft, United Kingdom
Husband had wanted to visit this after seeing it on TV and so pleased we did.
So much to see and with spectacular scenes round every corner.
Sorry that they have been caught by the dreaded box blight in both the italian garden and the knott garden but judging from how they have altered the knott garden I cant wait to visit again to see what they do in the italian garden
Another excellent surprise is the outstanding plant sales section, a lot of National Trust and Stately Homes should take a leaf out of Thornbridge Halls plants sale.
Oh and to top off a lovely trip round the garden there is an excellent coffee shop.
Definitely a garden to go back time and time again in different seasons
4. Haddon Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 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 pammietennis - Sheffield, United Kingdom
Positives first. The house stewards and staff were wonderful, impressive knowledge and cheerful , positive chat. The whole house makes you feel the years. You are treading the step where countless feet have walked. The history of the place is remarkable. Someone said it was good value compared to Chatsworth. I beg to differ. Why book on line? We still had to wait in the queue to get in unlike Chatsworth. We could have saved money by using the concession because we are over 60. On line it mentioned concessions but did not say what they were. Again unlike Chatsworth whereif you book on line car parking is free we still had to pay £3 to park the car. So that was £32. There are very few rooms, the best is the chapel and worth the whole visit. We went for a warm up at the cafe but the coffee machine wasn't working until we were almost ready to leave. The leaflets were out of date and not very clear anyway. The gift shop was too full of tat and things unrelated to a medieval house. We are fond of this place because our name is Haddon and we always joke about our ancestral home. If we didn't share the name I wonder how attached we'd be. Chatsworth is a 5 star marvellous experience where there is so much to see and feel. Haddon is not worth the charges. Haddon is a pale shadow that could, with more forethought be a great deal better.
5. All Saints Church
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4.5 based on 114 reviews
Reviewed By Alliecat104 - Southampton, United Kingdom
A very interesting church with some ancient stones and historic monuments. The creator of the Bakewell Pudding is buried here and we found a very friendly ginger cat patrolling the churchyard, which added to our enjoyment.
6. River Wye
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4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By WestSussexJordy - Dulverton, United Kingdom
My friend and I and our two dogs had a very pleasant mornings walk from Monday Head down to the viaduct and on down to the river. Beautiful scenery and peaceful surroundings, other people about but not crowded. We also walked along the Monsal Trail to experience the tunnels or one of them at least. We were not impressed by the many cyclists who loomed up in the gloomy tunnel without lights or bells and only one group who obeyed the instructions at both ends of the tunnel that said due to poor lighting all cyclists to walk through!
7. Chatsworth House
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4.5 based on 6 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 ajgregory3tr - Cheadle, United Kingdom
Chatsworth House must have the most beautiful and impressive facade as you drive up to the house. The visit to the house itself is very interesting full of beautiful artwork and artefacts. The Gardens are splendid and on site there is very good catering facilities from snacks to full restaurant service. Can thoroughly recommend for a great day out.
8. Thornbridge Brewery
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4.5 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By Hannah M
As fans of the beer it made sense to have a good most around the brewery. The tour was well-priced at 7.50 and included a glass and at least 3 halves of beer. The brewery was very modern and well set up. The tour guide was knowledgeable although as much of the tour was sat down it didn’t feel like we got a real feel for the brewery, such as we have on other tours. We also felt a bit rushed at the end of the tour, as they closed the bar at 5 sharp and the girls in the shop were also trying to get people through as quick as possible. Might be better to start the tour a half hour earlier to allow more time.
9. Arbor Low Stone Circle & Gib Hill Barrow
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4.5 based on 106 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 crystaljojo - Notts England
Unspoilt, uncommercialized stone circle and barrow. Accessed through a farm with an honesty box parking charge of £1. Short trek over a field. Decent walking footwear would be advised as the field is grazed by sheep and therefore has droppings as you'd expect. Please respect the stones, they are ancient and an important archeological site.
10. Bath Gardens
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4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By Steve T - Lytham St Anne's, United Kingdom
.... but then again it was a very sunny day. These Gardens are seemingly manicured and magnificently colourful. They're a lovely place to wander around for a short while and, weather permitting, have a short stop for a rest or a read .... or, as in my case, a short snooze (inadvertent).
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