Welcome to Bakewell, The Peak District
Bakewell may, perhaps, be best known for its famous Bakewell pudding – and no doubt that is what attracts many tourists – but the town has much more to offer than this tasty culinary treat.
Situated on the banks of the river Wye in the Derbyshire White Peaks (Peak District National Park), Bakewell offers a charming day out full of rich heritage and tradition. There is so much to see and do it is little wonder that visitors flock to it in great numbers year after year. Surrounded by glorious countryside, the town offers charming tea rooms set in cosy courtyards, impressive stone buildings, a traditional weekly market, a quaint five-arched bridge that goes back to Roman times, a Grade I listed church, a museum, historic almshouses, and various riverside attractions.
Guide to Bakewell
The capital town of The Peak District offers a range of shops, cafes, historic buildings and the gateway to outdoor activities in The Peak District.
Where to eat in Bakewell
Bakewell has a wonderful range of cafes, pubs and restaurants – all you need to satisfy your hunger and thirst whilst visiting Bakewell.
Accommodation in Bakewell
There is a good choice of accommodation in Bakewell and the surrounding area, ranging from luxurious hotels, bed and breakfast establishments and self-catering cottages.
Find out What’s On in and around Bakewell: go to our Events page
Chatsworth House and Garden
Chatsworth, home of the Devonshire family, is set in the heart of the Peak District in Derbyshire, on the banks of the river Derwent.
Explore over 25 rooms in the stately home and a stunning 105 acre garden including an arboretum, rock garden, fountains, sculptures and more.
Located just 3 miles from Bakewell this is a must-see destination!
This Month’s Featured Attractions
Each month we will be featuring three attractions in and around Bakewell: events, places to eat and some wonderful countryside locations.
Thornbridge Peakender
Thornbridge Brewery presents Peakender, a family friendly beer, food and music festival set in the heart of the stunning Peak District at Bakewell Showground.
Radical Horizons: The Art of Burning Man at Chatsworth
9 April 2022 – 1 October 2022. Celebrate a shared culture of making and collaboration, through a large-scale exhibition of 12 monumental sculptures.