Welcome to Buxton

Buxton is a picturesque spa town located in the heart of Derbyshire, England. The town is known for its natural thermal springs, which have been attracting visitors for centuries. The town's history dates back to the Roman era, and it was a popular destination for the wealthy during the Victorian era. Today, Buxton is a popular tourist destination, offering visitors a range of attractions, including stunning architecture, beautiful parks, and a vibrant cultural scene.

One of the most iconic landmarks in Buxton is the Crescent, a magnificent Georgian building that was once a spa hotel. The Crescent is currently undergoing a major renovation project, which will see it transformed into a luxury hotel and spa. Other notable landmarks in the town include the Pavilion Gardens, a beautiful park that features a botanical garden, a lake, and a bandstand. The Devonshire Dome is another impressive building in Buxton, which was once the largest unsupported dome in the world.

Buxton is also home to a range of cultural events and festivals throughout the year. The Buxton Festival, which takes place in July, is a celebration of opera, music, and literature. The town also hosts the Buxton Fringe Festival, which showcases a range of performances, including comedy, theatre, and dance. With its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant cultural scene, Buxton is a must-visit destination for anyone visiting Derbyshire.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 4°C

Feels Like: -1.1°C

Wind: 17.9 MPH

Wind Dir: ESE

Local Schools

School	Details
Buxton Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Jude Boyd	Hardwick Square Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6QB 0 129822499 School Website
St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr David Redfern	Palace Fields Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6AF 129823167 School Website
Buxton And Leek College Miscellaneous Head Teacher Mr Len Tildsley	Devonshire Road Buxton SK17 6RY 8000740099
St Anne's Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julia Wiggins	Lightwood Road Buxton Derbyshire SK17 7AN 129823589 School Website
Fairfield Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Allin	Bench Road Fairfield Buxton Derbyshire SK17 7PQ 0 129822441 School Website
Buxton Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Ros Carter	Mosley Road Buxton Derbyshire SK17 9DR 0 129822156 School Website
Buxton Community School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Craig Yates	College Road Buxton Derbyshire SK17 9EA 0 129823122 School Website
Fairfield Endowed C Of E C Junior School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Ms Jayne Mercer	Boarstone Lane Fairfield Buxton Derbyshire SK17 7NA 0 129822551 School Website
Burbage Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Anthony Tierney	Cavendish Avenue Burbage Buxton Derbyshire SK17 9AE 0 129822278 School Website
Harpur Hill Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Vicky Giliker	Trent Avenue Harpur Hill Buxton Derbyshire SK17 9LP 0 129823261 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Buxton Station Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6AQ 0.20 Miles

Dove Holes Station Road, Dove Holes, Derbyshire, SK17 8DJ 2.85 Miles

Chapel-En-Le-Frith Long Lane, Chapel-En-Le-Frith, Derbyshire, SK23 0XT 3.89 Miles

Whaley Bridge Market Street, Whaley Bridge, Derbyshire, SK23 7AA 5.68 Miles

Chinley Station Road, Chinley, Derbyshire, SK23 6AR 5.75 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Allied Taxis 01298 72123 28 Hardwick Street, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6DH 0.03 Miles
Elegant Cars Of Buxton 07516 429553 14 Spring Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6DE 0.03 Miles
A Cabs Buxton Ltd 01298 70423 41A Spring Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6BJ 0.07 Miles
Buxton Radio Taxis 01298 23457 10 Concert Place, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6EE 0.23 Miles
A1 Airport Transfers And Taxis 01298 77117 12 Woodside, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6PW 0.38 Miles
Petes Taxi 01298 25010 1 New Market Street, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6LP 0.41 Miles
Premier Cars 01298 77767 61 Corbar Rd, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6RJ 0.44 Miles
County Cars 01298 22866 21 Dakin Av, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 7EE 0.54 Miles
A 2 Z Cars 01298 424001 22 Heath Gr, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9HH 0.56 Miles
Holmes Hire Taxis 01298 22968 84 Queens Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 7ER 0.64 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Stewart Medical Centre 01298 22338	The Stewart Medical Ctr 15 Hartington Road Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6JP
Elmwood Medical Centre 01298 23019	Elmwood Medical Centre 7 Burlington Road Buxton Derbyshire SK17 9AY
Buxton Medical Practice 01298 24105	Buxton Medical Practice 2 Temple Road Buxton SK17 9BZ
Buxton Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	2 Temple Road Buxton SK17 9BZ
Buxton Gpwsi Service 01298 23298	Buxton Gpwsi Service Queens Ct Ctr,Queens Rd Buxton Derbyshire SK17 7ES

Local Stores

Chapel-En-Le-Frith
2a Eccles Road
Chapel-En-Le-Frith
Derbyshire
SK23 0EZ
01298 814292
Store Website
4.45 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Macclesfield
MACCLESFIELD SERVICE STATION
CHURCHHILL WAY
MACCLESFIELD
MACCLESFIELD
SK11 6AY
01625424208
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Buxton
8 Market Place Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6EB 01298 74252 buxton@medivet.co.uk Website 0.18 miles
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Vetcare @ Home
3 Scarsdale Place Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6EE 01773 302220 info@vetcarehome.co.uk Website 0.19 miles

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Overdale Veterinary Centre
T/A The Overdale Veterinary Centre New Market Street Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6LP 01298 23499 enquiries@derbyshire-vets.co.uk Website 0.39 miles
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Victoria Vets
Thornbrook Road Chapel-En-Le-Frith High Peak Derbyshire SK23 0LX 01298 812066 enquiries@victoriavets.co.uk Website 4.43 miles
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Knox &Amp; Devlin Veterinary Surgeons
10 Bridge Street Whaley Bridge High Peak Derbyshire SK23 7LR 01663 732692 info.knoxdevlin@cvsvets.com Website 5.72 miles
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Wright &Amp; Morten Veterinary Group
Block B, Ringside Industrial Estate Whaley Bridge High Peak Derbyshire SK23 7PD whaleybridge@wmvets.co.uk Website 6.31 miles


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Local Dog Walks

Wildmoorstone Valley
This Walk, Through The Wildmoorstone Valley, Includes Part Of The Old Cromford & High Peak Railway Line. The Walk Follows The Old Track Bed To The Now Closed Burbage Tunnel. The Return Part Of The Walk Will Take You Down Into The Valley. SK17 6GJ 2.87 miles From Buxton, Take The A5004 North Toward Errwood Reservoir. On The A5004 You Will Pass A Sign Showing A Road To The Left Toward Goyt Valley. Take This Road, Over The Cattle Grid. The Car Park Is Located Off The Left Of This Road, Beside A Body Of Water.

Fernilee Reservoir
Fernilee Reservoir Supplies Drinking Water To Stockport And The Surrounding Areas. It Was The First Of Two Reservoirs To Be Built In The Goyt Valley, The Other Being Errwood Reservoir. SK23 7HB 3.98 miles From Buxton, Take The A5004 North Toward Errwood Reservoir. On The A5004 You Will Pass A Sign Showing A Road To The Left Toward Goyt Valley. Take This Road, Over The Cattle Grid. The Car Park Is Located Off The Road On The Right, Just Before A Bend Reaching Toward Errwood Reservoir.

Cats Tor
Cats Tor Is To The West Of The Goyt Valley. The Walk Starts From The High Pym Chair Car Park, Which Helps Make The Walk To The Summit Easy And Manageable. The Views On A Clear Day From The Summit Are Great, Making This A Worthwhile Walk To Complete. SK23 7RF 5.09 miles From Buxton, Take The A5004 North Toward Errwood Reservoir. On The A5004 You Will Pass A Sign Showing A Road To The Left Toward Goyt Valley. Take This Road, Over The Cattle Grid. After Passing By The Reservoir, Take The Right Turn To Head Uphill Toward Pym Chair Car Park.

Goyt Valley
A Circular Route Following The River Goyt As It Meanders Through The Valley To Fernilee Reservoir. SK23 7JX 5.09 miles The Lay-By Is Located About 6.5 Miles North Up The A5004 From Buxton

Monks Dale
The Route Follows The Monk's Dale Dry Gorge Near Buxton. The Valley Is Dry Over The Summer But There Is A Winterbourne Stream Which Runs Into The River Wye. For Some Larger Dog Breeds This Can Be Linear Walk; The Wall Gaps Towards The Halfway Mark Get Quite Narrow. You Can Also Readily Join The Monsal Trail From The Carpark Of This Walk. SK17 8SN 5.11 miles From Buxton Follow The A6 Towards Bakewell. Turn Left Down The B6049 Following Signs For Tideswell And The Monsal Trail. As You Enter Millers Dale, Turn Left Toways Wormhill Still Following Signs For The Monsal Trail. The Road Assends And Passes Under Two Bridges, The Carpark Is Then On Your Left.

The Monsal Trail
The Route Follows The Monsal Trail, A Disused Railway Line That Has Been Converted Into A Cycling, Horse Riding And Walking Trail. The Route Veers Off The Monsal Trail To Meander Through The Wye Valley Next To The River. To Give Your Dog The Opportunity Of A Paddle. The Path Also Passes Along Some Limestone Stepping Stones. SK17 8SN 5.11 miles From Buxton Follow The A6 Towards Bakewell. Turn Left Down The B6049 Following Signs For Tideswell And The Monsal Trail. As You Enter Millers Dale, Turn Left Toways Wormhill Still Following Signs For The Monsal Trail. The Road Assends And Passes Under Two Bridges, The Car Park Is Then On Your Left.

Weather Forecast

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