Welcome to Buxton
Home of Buxton Water, this special thermal spa town is nestled in the centre of the beautiful Peak District and surrounded by the UK’s oldest National Park. Stunning ornamental gardens and world-famous Georgian and Victorian architecture provide an impressive backdrop to a rich and vibrant range of music, theatre and festivals.
Whether you’re after a Peak District adventure, a relaxing escape or a bit of both,
Buxton is the place to be.
Buxton is the place to refresh your body, mind and soul.
Relax in one of our spas, wander through one of our woods, breathe in the fresh air and calm your mind…
Buxton is the place to do it all.
Whether its browsing the boutiques, enjoying an evening meal, exploring natural wonders, going to the theatre, seeking high-energy thrills, getting in a round of golf or relaxing at a spa, you can do it all in Buxton – there really is something for everyone.
Buxton is the place from which to see the Peak District.
Buxton is surrounded on three sides by the Peak District National Park and beautiful journeys await in every direction – we’re the ideal base for your Peak District adventure.
First time visiting Buxton? Find out more about our town here.
What’s On?
Market – Buxton Markets, Tuesdays and Saturdays, Market Place
Tours – town tours with Discover Buxton Tours
Tours – of Poole’s Cavern and Buxton Crescent Experience
Comedy – Ross Noble, Wed 5 Nov, Buxton Opera House
Theatre – Bleak Expectations, 6-8 Nov, Pavilion Arts Centre
Fair – Artist & Designer Fair, 8-9 Nov, Pavilion Gardens
Fair – Weekend Bazaar & Christmas Lights Switch-On, 15-16 Nov, Pavilion Gardens
Fair – Classic Car Fair, 18-19 Nov, Pavilion Gardens
Community – Lantern Parade, Sat 22 Nov,
Fair – Toy & Collectors Fair, Sun 23 Nov, Pavilion Gardens
Dance – Afternoon Tea Dance, Tue 25 Nov, Pavilion Gardens
Fair – Antiques & Collectors Fair, 29-30 Nov, Pavilion Gardens
Where Are We?
Latest News
100 years since Anna Pavlova graced the Opera House stage
The prima ballerina performed The Dying Swan in October 1925.
Buxton business features on Channel 4’s Four in a Bed
Muse Escapes’ Foxlow Grange
Buxton Opera House launches a new brand identity
Creativity Lives Here
Featured
Buxton Cricket Club
Cricket for men, women and juniors.
Foxlow Grange
8 apartments at Foxlow Grange
Poole’s Cavern
The first “Wonder of the Peak”. This great limestone cavern is one of the finest show caves in England.
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