East/West flavours of The Chakra Lounge arrive in Bakewell
Residents of Buxton have been able to enjoy the Indo-western cuisine of The Chakra Lounge for the last few years and now the people...
Eagle Pub in Buxton to close – history behind one of Buxton’s oldest pubs...
The Eagle pub in Buxton owned by Hydes Brewery (since 1999) will serve its last pint ever on New Years Eve 2022. The news...
Roller skating revival – more than just a Tik Tok trend!
Looking for something new to do with your family and friends? Ever considered a roller skating disco? Probably not but they're all the rage,...
Plans to reopen railway line on Monsal Trail are rejected by government
Plans to reinstate the railway line along the Monsal Trail in the Peak District have been rejected by the government.
A new paper has been...
New adult courses for ages 19+ launched at Buxton & Leek College
With fundamental changes to our working lives, COVID-19 prompted many of us to seek a new career direction and reassess our professional goals. It’s...
Where to find the best sweet treats in Buxton
From the most scrumptious cakes and stickiest buns to the creamiest gelato and heavenly sweets, if you're craving a sugary pick-me-up in Buxton, you're...
Storm Isha: Met Office upgrades weather to Amber in Buxton
Today, the Met Office has raised its weather warnings to amber for wind across various regions of the UK. Storm Isha is anticipated to...
Get the Right Mortgage in Buxton with Buxton Mortgage Company
It’s an established fact that moving house can be one of the most stressful events in your life. It’s up there with birth, death...
Crescent hotel wins prestigious award for redevelopment
The major redevelopment of Buxton's Crescent Hotel has been recognised as UK's Refurbishment/Revitalisation Project of the Year at this years prestigious annual RICS UK...
Buxton Carnival and Well Dressing 2023 – Everything you need to know
Buxton Carnival Day and Buxton Well Dressing Festival is about to get into full swing, from 2nd - 9th July 2023.
What's happening when? Here's...
A Carnival of Cats: Ancient wild cats of the Peak District to prowl the...
Once upon a time big cats roamed the hills of Buxton and wandered along the riverbanks that would one day become Spring Gardens. From...
In high spirits: whisky set to take over in the popularity stakes according to...
Remember not so long ago when there were countless new gins popping up and gin festivals seemed all the rage? According to Buxton’s only...
Autumn Fun for Half-Term at Crich Tramway Village
Are you looking for half-term ideas for things to do with family? There's four days of family fun during half term 24th - 27th...
HM Queen Elizabeth II 1926 – 2022
All of us at Explore Buxton are hugely saddened by the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at the age of 96. For...
7 Reasons to visit the Heights of Abraham
If you’re heading to the Derbyshire Peak District on your staycation this September, here’s seven reasons why the Heights of Abraham is a must-see...
Burning Man Comes To Chatsworth in a UK First for the Monumental Sculpture Event
Huge sculptures from Burning Man, held in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert, USA will be making their UK debut at Chatsworth this spring at an...
Heatwave – new record temperature for Buxton and the UK
It's official - the current heatwave has given us Buxton's hottest day on record! With Buxton Weather recording a temperature of 35.9c at around...
Storm Larisa – The big thaw and icy conditions in Buxton and High Peak
Updated 7pm, 12th March 2023
Drier and brighter with occasional sunny spells on Sunday, especially towards more eastern areas. Increasing cloud will bring some rain...
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Things to do and What’s On in Buxton This Weekend: 27th & 28th April
Looking for things to do in Buxton this weekend? We can give you some weekend inspiration! We pick out the best activities, what's on,...
Direct from London’s West End, join Stuart Michael for a thrilling night of psychic...
Direct from London’s West End, join Stuart Michael at Buxton Opera House for a thrilling and intriguing night of psychic mediumship!
Boasting an impressive, worldwide celebrity...
Go Ape Tree Top Adventure Buxton
Go Ape is the UK's leading treetop forest adventure - have fun and get in touch with your inner Tarzan! Built high in the hilltops of the Peak District, offering breathtaking views and big adventure | Located next to Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park
