2017 archive: These selections and tasting notes describe what we found at the time. Menus and opening details may have changed.
Looking for ice cream now? See Pavilion Gardens’ Ice Cream Parlour. Zoppi’s of Buxton says its van visits the Opera House or Spring Gardens during the busy festival season; check its current arrangements. In 2017, we picked six places to enjoy an ice cream in Buxton.
Super Whip near Buxton Opera House
We often spotted the Super Whip van in The Square, opposite the Opera House. It served soft ice cream with trimmings such as raspberry sauce and a chocolate flake, alongside other frozen treats.
Lovington’s at Charlotte’s Chocolates
We enjoyed Lovington’s ice cream at Charlotte’s, including the rum and raisin. The café also offered chocolates and hot drinks.
Mövenpick at Simply Thai
We enjoyed a vanilla and strawberry combination after a Thai green curry.
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Bradwell’s at Pavilion Gardens
We enjoyed Bradwell’s vanilla and mint chocolate ice creams at the Pavilion café kiosk.
Since this review: Bradwell’s Ice Cream closed in 2022. Pavilion Gardens now has an ice-cream parlour; check the venue for current flavours and opening times.
Carte D’Or at a vintage sweet shop
We tried the chocolate Carte D’Or at a vintage sweet shop which also sold classic and American sweets. The original article did not give the shop’s name or address, so its present status is unconfirmed.
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Pizza Express
We enjoyed chocolate brownie with vanilla ice cream, Coconut Delight and raspberry sorbet. These were on the menu when we reviewed them; check Pizza Express for current desserts and dietary information.
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