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Bakewell Visitor Centre
Located in the 17th century Old Market Hall in the centre of town, Bakewell Visitor Centre is fully accessible. The experienced staff provide a comprehensive information service for the National Park, offering advice on local events, public transport and how to make the most of your visit to the area. The retail area displays a wide range of locally produced arts and crafts. Gifts, souvenirs and local maps are also available as well a large selection of literature to appeal to walkers, cyclists and enthusiasts of the Peak District National Park. We are also able to book accommodation anywhere in the country or reserve you theatre tickets for Buxton Opera House and a variety of other local events.
The centre has a photography gallery located upstairs on the mezzanine floor (floor -lift provided). The Peak District Photography Gallery has been created to highlight the special qualities of the National Park whilst supporting local professional landscape and wildlife photographers in the display and sale of their work. The gallery, located upstairs on the mezzanine floor presents a visual celebration of the Peak District National Park.
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Prices
Free entry
Opening details
| Season Dates | Opening Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon 1 Apr 2013 - Thu 31 Oct 2013 | Mon - Sun 09:30 to 17:00 |
| Fri 1 Nov 2013 - Mon 31 Mar 2014 | Mon - Sun 10:30 to 16:30 |
Contact
EnquiriesTel: 01629 816558
bakewell@peakdistrict.gov.uk
www.peakdistrict.gov.uk
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Bakewell Visitor CentreOld Market Hall, Bridge Street, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1DS
See location on Google maps.Map reference: SK 218685 Lat: 53.21364 Long: -1.67410
On the A6 midway between Buxton to the north and Matlock to the south.
Parking : with charge
Accessible by Public Transport :
Also at this venue
Bakewell Visitor CentreEvents at this venue
| date | event |
|---|---|
| Tue 26 Mar 2013 - Tue 31 Dec 2013 | Peak District Photography Gallery |
Self-assessed accessibility details
Parking
Designated parking for guests with disabilities- Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
- The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
- is solid
- Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
- The route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Is flat (i.e. without steps)
Entrance
- Entrance is well lit
- Automatic door at the main entrance
Public Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
- From the entrance to reception / ticket area
- To the gift shop
- Visitor information available in large print (14pt and over)
- Hearing loop installed in public areas
General
- Hearing loop system
- Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
- Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
- Wheelchairs provided
- Fee payable
- Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
- Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
- Audible alarm system
- Visual alarm system
