Bakewell

In the heart of the England, Bakewell, regarded as the capital of the Peak District, is the perfect base for walking, cycling or motor tours of the Peak District, Britain’s first National Park, and the Derbyshire Dales.

Until you have visited the Peak District you cannot begin to imagine what makes it so special. Landscapes that range from gentle limestone dales to rugged outcrops and open moorland.

 
Chatsworth House
 The scenery of the Derbyshire Peaks and Dales is made up of unspoilt stone villages, picturesque bridges spanning lovely rivers and grand stately homes set in rolling green countryside

It is well supplied with shops and restaurants - don't forget to try the Bakewell Puddings!
Bakwell Village Shops

Bakewell - Bridge

 

Bakewell is 30 minutes from Sheffield and Chesterfield, close to the M1 and within easy reach of Manchester and East Midlands airports


In the heart of the Peak District the pretty town of Bakewell has become the place to shop.

Old alleyways, and ginnels have been restored to provide a setting for a whole range of individual shops and one of the best markets in the area.

 

 

Bakewell - a Cafe

Bakewell Pudding

...and no shopping trip would be complete without buying a famous Bakewell Pudding!