Archive: this sponsorship was announced in September 2018. The Crescent Visitor Experience opened briefly in October 2020.
A four-year sponsorship for the planned Crescent Visitor Experience
In September 2018, Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust and Nestlé Waters UK announced a four-year sponsorship to support development of the Crescent Visitor Experience, which was then expected to open in 2019. The trust’s later accounts record that it opened briefly in October 2020.
Buxton Natural Mineral Water comes from St Ann’s spring. A study cited by the British Geological Survey estimated its thermal water’s bulk age at around 5,000 years and found evidence of some more recent groundwater. Buxton’s springs appear to have been known in Roman times.
The planned interactive Visitor Experience was intended to tell the story of Buxton’s water and spa heritage.
James Berresford, Chair of the Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust commented, “Nestlé Waters’ support for the Trust’s community aims will help us achieve our aspirations for this project. Thanks to their investment and support from the Heritage Lottery Fund, Derbyshire County Council, High Peak Borough Council, D2N2, plus an exciting partnership with the University of Derby, the innovative Visitor Experience will soon be open for all to enjoy and experience”.
Michel Beneventi Managing Director of Nestlé Waters UK added, “Buxton Water is one of the most special, natural thermal mineral waters in the world that is enjoyed by consumers across Britain. Working with the Trust, we are delighted to be a part of this project and help the Trust deliver something special for local residents and visitor to enjoy. We are excited to help tell the story of this fantastic water and the work we are doing to care for and protect the landscape, during this pivotal time for the town and Crescent Trust. ”
The 2018 announcement also described plans for water-inspired events in the Pump Room and Assembly Room.
For current visitor information, see the Buxton Crescent Experience.
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