Archive: This article describes Peak Ascent Cycles in 2018. The shop’s closure was announced in September 2026.

Peak Ascent Cycles opened on Buxton High Street in 2018. Owner Patrick Healey told Explore Buxton that he wanted to bring local cycling enthusiasts together.

Patrick said he was passionate about community involvement and cycling.

An electric bicycle

People gathered outside the former shop

The original report said boxer Jack Massey opened the shop in June 2018. It offered bike sales, fittings, servicing and repairs.

A collage of the shop, bicycles and a mechanic

Patrick said the team offered advice to new and experienced cyclists, and described mechanic Josh’s enthusiasm for cycling.

A person behind the shop counter

The 2018 report said Peak Ascent provided a repair station for the Eroica Britannia cycling festival soon after opening.

A mechanic working on a bicycle

8 Cycle Everest: 2018 fundraiser

An event called 8 Cycle Everest was advertised for 10 November 2018. Eight Buxton Cycling Club members planned to ride static bikes to match the height of Mount Everest by virtually completing the Alpe d’Huez climb eight times.

The fundraiser was advertised in support of Blythe House and Derbyshire, Leicestershire & Rutland Air Ambulance. The air ambulance fundraising page records donations.