independent shopping in buxton
Queenie’s Tea Room & Gift Shop
Enjoy a delightful café experience alongside a unique shopping adventure | Homemade cakes, light snacks and beverages | A treasure trove of quirky gift items and home decor | Official stockists of Frenchic Paint
High Peak Bookstore & Café
Huge choice of books available instore - 95% of books less than half price | Café serving light lunches, paninis, sandwiches, soups, quiche and salads | Children's reading room | Customer car park
Day Zero – Zero Waste Shopping
High Peak's first plastic free and zero waste shop | Wholefoods, cereals, nuts, dried fruit, baking ingredients, organic toiletries, every day household items, different detergents & more
White Stuff Buxton
Fashion chain selling clothes & accessories for men and women, as well as homewares | Nature-inspired prints and thoughtfully designed, well-made clothes
Bells of Buxton
Bells of Buxton are a premium shoe shop that prides itself on providing the highest quality shoes and world renowned brands at the most competitive prices | A wide range of mens and ladies shoes, trainers, slippers, boots and more, plus handbags, purses and scarfs
Jantar Jewellers – Fabulous Jewellery in the Heart of the Peak District
Situated in the heart of the Peak District in the spa town of Buxton, Jantar offers fabulous individual jewellery for all occasions. Specialising in wedding and engagement rings, fine jewellery, sterling silver, baltic amber, natural gemstones and local Blue John for over 25 years
Clarks Buxton
Clarks is a household name in the UK, renowned for its commitment to quality craftsmanship, comfort, and timeless style | Offering a wide range of shoes for men, women, and children | In-store children's show fitting service | Established in 1825, Clarks has been a trusted footwear brand for generations
Buxton Visitor Centre, Gift Shop & Tourist Information
Buxton Visitor Centre offers local tourist information for Buxton and the region with a wide range of information leaflets and stylish gift shop
places to eat and drink in buxton
The Serpentine – Luxury Afternoon Tea & Sharing Boards
Light bites, sharing boards, luxury Afternoon Tea, homemade cakes and bakes, grab a takeaway coffee | Nestled in Buxton’s historic Grade II listed The Square, opposite the Opera House and Pavilion Gardens
Arcade Deli
British and continental food & drink, eat in or takeaway | Organic smoothies & super juices | Handcrafted bakery | Warm vibes
Buxton Pudding Emporium & Café
Buxton Pudding Emporium take pride in offering high-quality produce, sourcing goods locally or from within the UK, seeking out items that are unique to Buxton and not commonly found in supermarket
Final Tickets – The Gin To My Tonic: Sip, Savour, and Celebrate as New Festival Comes to Buxton
Get ready for a spirited adventure at the UK's ultimate craft gin, rum, and vodka festival, complete with a twist of lemonade! The Gin...
The 19th Hole
Located minutes from Buxton & High Peak Golf Club | Cozy lounge, beer garden, Sky & TNT live sports, regular events, dog-friendly | Private hire for special occasions
Miltons Tap
Where city chic meets 1950s Gentleman's smoking club, the pub is a welcoming bar and tap house where old meets new | Tasty pub food served including pub classics and their popular Burger selection | Regular music & quiz nights
Great Panda
Authentic Pekinese & Cantonese restaurant and take away with full menu | Vegetarian options | Open for lunch
The Vault Café Bar
A fun, lively café bar located in Higher Buxton | Regular events including Bonkers Bingo and Quiz night | See the latest sport at weekend | Bottomless Brunch every Saturday | Sunday Lunch every week | Resident DJs every Friday & Saturday evening
Fiveways Café
Cafe & laundrette combined | Breakfast, lunch & light snacks served | Tea, coffee & cold drinks | Wi-Fi
BEST PLACES TO STAY IN BUXTON
Otterhole Barn Holiday Apartment
Recently refurbished to a high standard with modern furnishings | Sleeps up to four | The perfect base to explore the Peak District | Tranquil and quiet location overlooking meadows
Jacksons Farm Holidays – Luxury Cottages and Caravan Site in the Peak District
Nestled in the stunning heart of the Peak District, Jacksons Farm Holidays offers a collection of luxury holiday cottages and a peaceful caravan site — the ideal base to explore the scenic beauty and pretty villages of Derbyshire
The Queens Head Hotel & Public House
Lively town centre pub offering 13 en-suite rooms, all located at rear of premises | Superb location, close to town centre | Families & groups welcome | Free Wi-fi | Full English breakfast available
Grendon Bed & Breakfast
Grendon Guest House is now closed and no longer operating as a Bed & Breakfast
The Lanterns
A delightful ground floor apartment located in central Buxton in a beautiful Victoria villa | Private garden and off-road parking for two cars | Sleeps up to four | Just minutes walk to Buxton Opera House and Pavilion Gardens
Canine Cottages – Handpicked dog friendly holiday cottages in the Peak District
Canine Cottages offers handpicked pet-friendly holiday cottages across the UK, including dog friendly accommodation in the Peak District - locations include Whaley Bridge, Chapel-en-le-Frith, New Mills, Hayfield, Castleton, Bakewell, Hartington, Eyam, Tideswell, Cromford, Ashbourne.
Palace Hotel Buxton & Spa
Victorian hotel dating back to 1868, superbly located near town centre, Buxton Opera House & Pavilion Gardens | Free Wi-Fi | On-site Parking
Buxton Crescent Hotel
Buxton Crescent boasts 81 beautifully appointed rooms and luxury spa echoing the rich heritage of the building | Each room melds historical elegance with contemporary luxury, featuring amenities that you would expect from a five-star hotel
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Visitor Attractions
Boating Lake at the Pavilion Gardens
There are 5 pedalos and 6 rowing with each one allowing up to 4 people | Cost is £10 per boat for up to 4 people for 30 minutes, or £14 per boat for up to 4 people for 45 minutes
Pavilion Gardens Events and What’s On for 2026
Your guide to things to do and latest events at the Pavilion Gardens, one of Buxton's best loved attractions | Miniature train | Buxton Brewery Bar & Shop | Art gallery | Café and Tea Room | Ice Cream Parlour | Coffee Van | Boating Lake | Children's Playground
Buxton Crescent Experience
Buxton Crescent Heritage Experience tells the story of Buxton in nine intimate rooms, accompanied by a tour guide with interactive displays and a Virtual Reality experience
Naze View Farm Alpaca Experience
Naze View Farm Alpaca Experience located on the outskirts of Chapel-en-le-Frith in the Peak District is a unique day out for all the family!
Buxton Museum secures temporary home thanks to £77,000 funding boost
Buxton Museum and Art Gallery latest update
Buxton Museum and Art Gallery is celebrating a major funding success, with £77,000 from Arts Council England paving...
Blackwell Mill Cycle Hire Monsal Trail
*NOW CLOSED FOR WINTER 2025, Re-Opening Spring 2026* Experience the thrill of the newly lit tunnels, cycle through steep gorges, lime stone cliffs and over the spectacular Monsal Dale Viaduct | Best prices for bike hire on the trail
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Exhibition: Hidden Histories...
The raceway provides family-friendly entertainment alongside high-speed thrills | Fans flock to the track to witness spectacular crashes, fierce competition, and edge-of-your-seat racing on the 380-meter oval circuit
Monthly comedy night with stand-up from some new and not-so-new faces on the comedy club circuit | £9 in advance, £12 on the door
Your guide to things to do and latest events at the Pavilion Gardens, one of Buxton's best loved attractions | Miniature train | Buxton Brewery Bar & Shop | Art gallery | Café and Tea Room | Ice Cream Parlour | Coffee Van | Boating Lake | Children's Playground
Buxton Opera House has been shortlisted in two categories at the Lots for Tots Awards 2026, celebrating its continued commitment to providing outstanding experiences...
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Vote Now: Buxton Opera House nominated for Lots for Tots Award
Buxton Opera House has been shortlisted in two categories at the Lots for Tots Awards 2026, celebrating its continued commitment to providing outstanding experiences...
Pavilion Gardens Events and What’s On for 2026
Your guide to things to do and latest events at the Pavilion Gardens, one of Buxton's best loved attractions | Miniature train | Buxton Brewery Bar & Shop | Art gallery | Café and Tea Room | Ice Cream Parlour | Coffee Van | Boating Lake | Children's Playground
Buxton Buzz Comedy Club
Monthly comedy night with stand-up from some new and not-so-new faces on the comedy club circuit | £9 in advance, £12 on the door
