What to do and see in Buxton, England: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do

August 18, 2021 Myesha Cogley

Buxton is a spa town in Derbyshire, in the East Midlands region of England. It has the highest elevation – about 1,000 feet (300 m) above sea level – of any market town in England. Close to the county boundary with Cheshire to the west and Staffordshire to the south, Buxton is described as "the gateway to the Peak District National Park". A municipal borough until 1974, Buxton was then merged with other localities lying primarily to the north, including Glossop, to form the local government district and borough of High Peak within the county of Derbyshire. Despite being in the East Midlands, economically Buxton is within the sphere of influence of Greater Manchester. The population of the town was 22,115 at the 2011 Census.
Restaurants in Buxton

1. Monk Cocktail Bar

8 Cavendish Circus, Buxton SK17 6AT England +44 1298 24255 http://www.buxtoncafebar.co.uk
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5.0 based on 167 reviews

Monk Cocktail Bar

Reviewed By tonymC7518DB - St Helens, United Kingdom

Read the reviews and thought we'd give a go. Didn't book but got a table as it was early. Told straight away that it was ours for 90 minutes. Not an issue for us. Covid check in and staff fully masked up, menu explained and our first cockails ordered. Sit back and watch the magician do his stuff. 2 Tonka bombs dispatched. Superb first round drinks. Wife chatted about her favorite tipple and they were more than pleased to invent a cocktail for her, she even named it ' The Cheeky' Brillant from start to finish. Would recommend to anyone. If you are going late in the evening booking is essential.

2. Blackwell Mill Cycle Hire

Bakewell Road Monsal Trail, Buxton SK17 9TE England +44 1298 70838 [email protected] http://www.peakblackwellcyclehire.com/
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5.0 based on 336 reviews

Blackwell Mill Cycle Hire

Cycle Hire situated at the START of the Magnificent Monsal Trail. 8.5 miles of traffic free cycling along a disused railway line. Experience the thrill of cycling through several lit tunnels,steep gorges and across the famous Monsal Viaduct.

Reviewed By 812trevorc

Lovely pit stop at Buxton end of Monsal Trail, lovely couple proprietors, very friendly, super scones, my fave stop on all the Derbyshire trails.

3. Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park

Green Lane, Buxton SK17 9DH England +44 1298 26978 [email protected] http://www.poolescavern.co.uk
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4.5 based on 1,678 reviews

Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park

Poole’s Cavern is the most spectacular natural cavern in the Peak District. The cavern is famous for the spectacular and unique crystal formations including the longest stalactite formation in the region. Your expert guide will accompany you on a 45 minute journey through chambers once used as shelter and worship by prehistoric to roman visitors. See the cathedral sized main chamber carved from Limestone by an ancient river and follow safe and accessible walkways through beautifully illuminated passages on a journey deep underground. Back above ground browse through our rock and gem shop and view the archaeological discoveries from the cavern in the exhibition. Due to Covid restrictions we have a reduced cafe with take away drinks and snacks for 2020, lots of picnic tables for visitors. Complete your day with a stroll on our country park woodland trails with animal sculptures to find which lead to Solomon's Temple viewpoint at 439m above sea level and views of the Peak District.

Reviewed By 550bridgete - Milton Keynes, United Kingdom

Great place to visit, we had a very knowledgeable guide,the caves are amazing and are lit really well and with the guides torch you can see a lot, a real gem and well worth a visit

4. Solomon's Temple

Buxton Country Park, Buxton SK17 9DH England http://buxtoncivicassociation.org.uk/why-did-we-save-grin-low-tower-aka-solomons-temple
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4.5 based on 667 reviews

Solomon's Temple

A stroll through Buxton Country park from Poole's Cavern leads to the summit of Grin Low at 1440' altitude and the Victorian viewing tower of Solomon's Temple.Built in 1896 the 20' tower with spiral stairs give a magnificent platform to view the surrounding Peak District landscape and the Spa town of Buxton in the valley below.

Reviewed By letsgopeakdistrict - Hathersage, United Kingdom

Lovely walk up from Pooles Cavern through the woods to Solomon's Temple, the effort to get there is worth it with the views of Buxton that are brilliant - and ace to climb up the inside of the tower.

5. Cavendish Golf Club

Watford Road, Buxton SK17 6XF England +44 1298 79708 [email protected] http://www.cavendishgolfclub.com
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4.5 based on 66 reviews

Cavendish Golf Club

Cavendish is recognised as one of the finest golf courses in Britain offering a great golfing experience for all. Situated in Buxton, Derbyshire, Cavendish was opened in 1925 and designed Dr Alister MacKenzie, whose list of courses includes the iconic Augusta National, Home of the Masters. Cavendish is regarded by experts to be MacKenzie’s ‘Inspiration for Augusta’ and it’s easy to see why. With undulating fairways, sloping greens and well thought out hazards, there are many holes at Cavendish that definitely mirror many of those found at Augusta National. Cavendish has been voted as a Top 100 UK Golf course for the past 4 years, and was voted as a Top 100 Fun Course to play in 2018. Cavendish is thought by many to be quite possibly the best layout in the world under 6000 yards, offering ‘sheer golfing enjoyment’.

Reviewed By loisr166

What a course ! Cavendish is in the best condition i have seen it over the previous 40 years . There has been excellent work completed all over the course , with exceptional McKenzie testing greens . Rachel in the Pro shop is so welcoming, along with the staff in the bar and restaurant , with excellent value liquid refreshments and food. I have just re-joined the course through Play More Golf , and looking forward to the next 12 months. If you,re in the locality try this course , as you will not be disappointed.

6. Scrivener's Books and Bookbinding

42 High Street, Buxton SK17 6HB England +44 1298 73100 http://www.scrivenersbooks.co.uk
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4.5 based on 48 reviews

Scrivener's Books and Bookbinding

Reviewed By Bibberty

Floors of every kind of book all very well named. Very interesting really old antique books. Local new books for sale. You can sit in a comfy room surrounded by children's books and have a drink with your read. Interesting decor with an old fireplace full of memorabilia. Be careful with the steep stairs.

7. St. Anne's Church

Bath Road, Buxton England
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4.5 based on 55 reviews

St. Anne's Church

8. Northfield Farm Horse Riding and Trekking Centre

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4.5 based on 73 reviews

Northfield Farm Horse Riding and Trekking Centre

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