VPDD Banner Bakewell River
VPDD Banner Bakewell Pudding
VPDD Banner Bakewell Shops
VPDD Banner Bakewell Bridge

    Location

    Welcome to Bakewell

    Perhaps best known for its unique and delicious Pudding, Bakewell has many more  tempting treats to offer - ranging from shopping and specialist markets to relaxing strolls and special events.

    Things to do in Bakewell in the Peak District & Derbyshire

    Idyllically situated on the banks of the river Wye, the biggest town in the Peak District National Park's mellow stone buildings, medieval five-arched stone bridge and quaint courtyards are a magnet for painters, photographers and sightseers alike.

    Legend has it that the town's famous Bakewell Pudding was created by mistake by a local cook in the mid-19th century. Today her delectable 'jam tart that went wrong' can be sampled at various bakeries and cafés and posted virtually anywhere in the world!

    Bargains galore are on offer every Monday at the bustling outdoor market, and for an extra buzz, head for the livestock market to experience the action in the theatre-like auction ring.

    Cherry-pick choice local produce at one of Britain's best Farmers' Markets or browse in specialist shops selling everything from high fashion and outdoor clothing to handmade chocolates and rare whiskies. Savour a light snack, lunch or dinner at a host of cafés, restaurants, pubs and tea rooms and take a brewery tour and sample world-beating craft beers at Thornbridge Brewery.

    Catch the colour of Bakewell Carnival Week and Well Dressing in July or Bakewell Show, one of the oldest agricultural events in the country, in August.

    Thinly disguised as 'Lambton' in Jane Austen's literary classic Pride and Prejudice, Bakewell is the ideal place for an interesting town walk. Take a stroll through the town and discover scenic buildings, charming courtyards and pretty streets, or feed the ducks during a riverside stroll.

    See below for a list of places to stay in Bakewell including hotels, self-catering cottages, Bed & Breakfasts and more!

    In The Area

    Search

    A Shford Mill The mill at dusk N3 1 1256138746

    Featured

    Business

    Ashford Mill

    Ashford Mill is an award winning watermill on the River Wye at Ashford in the Water. A Grade 2 listed 3 bedroomed historic conversion. incredibly…


    Glamping main photo with logo

    Featured

    Business

    Hoe Grange Gorgeous Glamping Pods and Gypsy…

    Go glamping in style with stunning views of the Peak District countryside from your pillow. Spacious ensuite shower and every luxury you need for a…


    Chatsworth Gardens 1 new 1687771423

    Featured

    Business

    Chatsworth Garden

    Chatsworth is welcoming visitors with more than 50,000 new flowering perennials, shrubs and trees as well as a huge, new stone sculpture called…


    Spring house

    Featured

    Business

    Chatsworth

    Chatsworth, home to the Devonshire family, is set in the heart of the Peak District in Derbyshire, on the banks of the river Derwent.


    Chatsworth farm Shop 1 1053109893

    Featured

    Business

    Chatsworth Estate Farm Shop and Café

    Offering fresh home-cooked food in a beautiful space, the farm shop restaurant is the perfect place to unwind.


    Chatsworth Farmyard 1new 834419486

    Featured

    Business

    Chatsworth Farmyard and Adventure Playground

    The farmyard at Chatsworth has been a favourite day out for children of all ages since 1973.


    Cabin main photo with logo

    Featured

    Business

    Hoe Grange Holidays

    4 award winning log cabins set on a working farm with stunning views of the White Peak countryside. Unwind in the hot tub or log-fired sauna. Dogs…


    Hassop Station new replace 1895981919

    Featured

    Business

    Hassop Station Cafe and Monsal Trail Cycle Hire

    A new family friendly cafe with outdoor covered seating and play, with a focus on food, family & fresh air.


    Peak Village 1

    Featured

    Business

    Peak Village

    Peak Village is nestled in the heart of the Derbyshire countryside in the picturesque village of Rowsley, just a stone’s throw from Chatsworth House…


    Bolehill 2020 13 2036423726

    Featured

    Business

    Bolehill Farm Cottages

    Bolehill Cottages comprise of modern dog-friendly barn conversions wrapped around a tranquil courtyard set within 20 acres of Peak District National…


    Tagg Lane 2 2 1 322717916

    Business

    Tagg Lane Dairy

    Come visit our Luxury ice cream & coffee bar in the heart of the Peak District, just outside of the beautiful village of Monyash and a stone's throw…


    Glittered Trails 2 new 987288683

    Business

    Pub Tours

    A VIP pub crawl through some of the Peak Districts most beautiful villages without the need to call a cab!


    Our Great Itineraries

    Bakewell Pudding

    Discover Derbyshire's hidden food and garden gems

    Explore the Peak District and Derbyshire’s hidden food and garden gems on this fabulous 3-day itinerary around Bakewell, Baslow and Pilsley.


    Bakewell 2

    How to spend 48 hours in Bakewell

    This itinerary is based in the historic market town of Bakewell, famed for its sweet confection, and includes some Peak District classics!


    Events in Bakewell

    Hot Air Balloons Chatsworth 506831669

    Events

    Chatsworth Country Fair

    The Chatsworth Country Fair is one of England's most spectacular annual outdoor events. Held in the Chatsworth Park in the heart of the Peak District…


    Chatsworth Int horse trails new

    Events

    Chatsworth International Horse Trials

    A three-day event of thrilling world-class equestrian sport, combined with entertainment for all the family. 12-14th May


    Bakewell Show 2023

    Events

    Bakewell Show

    Bakewell Show is one of the oldest agricultural shows in the UK with almost 200 years of history.


    Trails nearby

    Nine ladies stone circle

    Stately homes and standing stones cycle route

    Experience typical White Peak landscape, a Stone Age henge and a Bronze Age stone circle, magnificent historic houses and their parklands.

    Chatsworth Derbyshire 1145939077

    Birchen Edge to Chatsworth walk

    This 7-mile circular walk takes in Birchen Edge, Chatsworth and Dobb Edge- all of which are gems of the Peak District. Chatsworth and the surrounding…

    Chatsworth162

    Bakewell to Chatsworth Walk

    An interesting 6 or 8 mile walk through woods and fields to visit Chatsworth House in its setting beside the River Derwent


    Places to stay

    Haddon Hall 1 NEW

    Business

    Haddon Hall

    Take a step back in time and experience the wonder of Medieval and Elizabethan architecture as you explore Haddon Hall, one of the country’s most…


    Cattis Side Cottage 3 new

    Business

    Cattis Side Cottage

    Cattis Side Cottage is a truly unique self-catering experience set in the heart of the Peak District’s iconic Stanage-North Lees estate


    Dove Cottage at Churchdale Farm 1

    Business

    Dove Cottage at Churchdale Farm

    Churchdale Farm is a wonderful Peak District National Park holiday base.  It offers three 5 star Gold Award self-catering holiday cottages,


    Wye Cottage at Churchdale Farm 1

    Business

    Wye Cottage at Churchdale Farm

    Churchdale Farm is a wonderful Peak District National Park holiday base.  It offers three 5 star Gold Award self-catering holiday cottages


    Villages nearby

    Ashford in the Water 2 1220 x 620 1377978166

    Ashford in the Water

    Baslow 1220 x 620 929716192

    Baslow

    Beeley 2 1220 x 620 1440727438

    Beeley

    Curbar edge 1 1761159018

    Calver

    Curbar Edge 7 1 1586502214

    Curbar

    Edensor 2 1220 x 620 1854590548

    Edensor

    Cycling at Great Longstone in the Peak District CREDIT Visit Peak District Derbyshire 1 452675719

    Great Longstone

    Hassop2 1220 x 620 1911856405

    Hassop

    Monyash 1220 x 620 863157759

    Monyash

    5 DE76 EA78 E7 C6513 AECB29447 E2 ED5 FACA30 F2 C1

    Over Haddon

    Beauty spots nearby

    Monsal Trail2 1527159985

    Trails Monsal Trail

    Monsal dale 591623481

    Business Directory Monsal Head and Monsal Dale

    Curbar Edge 7 1 1586502214

    Business Directory Curbar Edge

    Sign up to our newsletter

    Receive the latest news, special offers, ideas and inspiration straight to your inbox by signing up to the Visit Peak District & Derbyshire e-newsletter.

    18074061679080232