Buxton Lodge Insiders Guide
Sightseeing
Buxton Opera House is one of Britain's leading receiving theatres, presenting around 450 performances each year including dance, comedy, children's shows, drama, musical concerts, pantomime and opera as well as a lively Fringe Theatre and Community and Education Programme. The theatre is also home to the nationally renowned Buxton Festival. Lovingly restored to its former glory in 2001, Buxton Opera House is an exquisitely beautiful Edwardian theatre and one of the country's finest examples of Frank Matcham theatre design.
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Buxton Opera House
Water StreetBuxton Opera House is one of Britain's leading receiving theatres, presenting around 450 performances each year including dance, comedy, children's shows, drama, musical concerts, pantomime and opera as well as a lively Fringe Theatre and Community and Education Programme. The theatre is also home to the nationally renowned Buxton Festival. Lovingly restored to its former glory in 2001, Buxton Opera House is an exquisitely beautiful Edwardian theatre and one of the country's finest examples of Frank Matcham theatre design.
Enjoy a stroll up to Solomon’s Temple, a Victorian fortified hill marker through Grinlow Woods. At the top of the temple enjoy amazing views of the spa town of Buxton and the surrounding area. The more adventurous may want to try out Go Ape in Grinlow Woods. This treetop adventure/obstacle course, uses ladders, walkways, bridges and tunnels made of wood, rope and super-strong wire, it also boasts some of the country’s best zip lines. For those without a head for heights a visit to Poole’s Cavern, which is a 2 million year old limestone cave is fascinating, and it’s a great activity especially for kids on a rainy day.
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Solomon's Temple
Enjoy a stroll up to Solomon’s Temple, a Victorian fortified hill marker through Grinlow Woods. At the top of the temple enjoy amazing views of the spa town of Buxton and the surrounding area. The more adventurous may want to try out Go Ape in Grinlow Woods. This treetop adventure/obstacle course, uses ladders, walkways, bridges and tunnels made of wood, rope and super-strong wire, it also boasts some of the country’s best zip lines. For those without a head for heights a visit to Poole’s Cavern, which is a 2 million year old limestone cave is fascinating, and it’s a great activity especially for kids on a rainy day.
Pavilion Gardens is a wonderful historic venue situated in the heart of Buxton. Nestled within 23 acres of beautiful gardens, it is a natural hub for the many tourists that visit the town and a popular destination for families. There are a couple of lovely play areas and a miniature train to keep children occupied and it is also host to a variety of fairs and events throughout the year.
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Pavilion Gardens station
Pavilion Gardens is a wonderful historic venue situated in the heart of Buxton. Nestled within 23 acres of beautiful gardens, it is a natural hub for the many tourists that visit the town and a popular destination for families. There are a couple of lovely play areas and a miniature train to keep children occupied and it is also host to a variety of fairs and events throughout the year.
Located just a few miles outside of Buxton the Goyt Valley combines some of the most picturesque valley, moorland, river and reservoir scenery to be found in the United Kingdom. There is plenty of walking routes in the valley, there are the two man-made reservoirs, Fernilee and Errwood to walk or cycle around and also the ruins of Errwood Hall to explore. For those you want more of a challenging walk, a walk up to the nearby Shining Tor offers great views of the surrounding area.
Upper Goyt Valley, High Peak SK23 7EA, Reino Unido
Located just a few miles outside of Buxton the Goyt Valley combines some of the most picturesque valley, moorland, river and reservoir scenery to be found in the United Kingdom. There is plenty of walking routes in the valley, there are the two man-made reservoirs, Fernilee and Errwood to walk or cycle around and also the ruins of Errwood Hall to explore. For those you want more of a challenging walk, a walk up to the nearby Shining Tor offers great views of the surrounding area.
Food scene
Only a 10 minute drive from Buxton our very own award winning pub offer open fires, hidden corners, local ales and of course ‘great home-made pub food’. Booking advised.
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The Royal Oak | Peak District
Only a 10 minute drive from Buxton our very own award winning pub offer open fires, hidden corners, local ales and of course ‘great home-made pub food’. Booking advised.
St Moritz is lucky enough to be near to Buxton Opera House, one of Britain’s leading theatres. Before heading to see a show, visit our restaurant for a pre-theatre meal. The restaurant is fully licensed and boasts an excellent wine list too, so you’ll never be short of refreshment. St Moritz is lucky enough to be near to Buxton Opera House, one of Britain’s leading theatres. Before heading to see a show, visit our restaurant for a pre-theatre meal. The restaurant is fully licensed and boasts an excellent wine list too, so you’ll never be short of refreshment.
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St Moritz
7 Cavendish CircusSt Moritz is lucky enough to be near to Buxton Opera House, one of Britain’s leading theatres. Before heading to see a show, visit our restaurant for a pre-theatre meal. The restaurant is fully licensed and boasts an excellent wine list too, so you’ll never be short of refreshment. St Moritz is lucky enough to be near to Buxton Opera House, one of Britain’s leading theatres. Before heading to see a show, visit our restaurant for a pre-theatre meal. The restaurant is fully licensed and boasts an excellent wine list too, so you’ll never be short of refreshment.
Head chef Khomkhai was born in a small town in the North East of Thailand known as the Esan Region, famed for its own unique style of Thai recipes. Our aim is to serve you the best possible Thai cuisine from the freshest possible Thai herbs and spices imported direct from Thailand, and also locally sourced ingredients, such as meat, vegetables, fish etc, each dish individually created to most suit the individual who ordered it. We may be a takeaway, but we like to consider our food more gourmet than takeaway. So, whether you choose to come and sit in our plush waiting room and watch your meal being prepared by our Thai chefs, or call to have it delivered, we sincerely believe you won’t be disappointed. So why not treat your taste buds to an aromatic culinary explosion of the freshest Thai herbs, spices, leaves, root vegetables and flavours that go into making the one of the most sought after cuisines the world over or in these parts, what is now simply know as Khomkhai Thai Cuisine.
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Khomkhai Thai Cuisine
9 Scarsdale PlHead chef Khomkhai was born in a small town in the North East of Thailand known as the Esan Region, famed for its own unique style of Thai recipes. Our aim is to serve you the best possible Thai cuisine from the freshest possible Thai herbs and spices imported direct from Thailand, and also locally sourced ingredients, such as meat, vegetables, fish etc, each dish individually created to most suit the individual who ordered it. We may be a takeaway, but we like to consider our food more gourmet than takeaway. So, whether you choose to come and sit in our plush waiting room and watch your meal being prepared by our Thai chefs, or call to have it delivered, we sincerely believe you won’t be disappointed. So why not treat your taste buds to an aromatic culinary explosion of the freshest Thai herbs, spices, leaves, root vegetables and flavours that go into making the one of the most sought after cuisines the world over or in these parts, what is now simply know as Khomkhai Thai Cuisine.
Pub and pizzeria, enjoy a selection of made to order oven pizzas in the refurbished spacious room, with a mixture of booth seating and individual tables - or sit in the bar area, still featuring some of the traditional charm from the days of the old coaching inn and enjoy burgers / sandwiches/ grazing boards, pub classics, children's menu and desserts to die for.
Bull i Thorn Cafe and Camping
Ashbourne RoadPub and pizzeria, enjoy a selection of made to order oven pizzas in the refurbished spacious room, with a mixture of booth seating and individual tables - or sit in the bar area, still featuring some of the traditional charm from the days of the old coaching inn and enjoy burgers / sandwiches/ grazing boards, pub classics, children's menu and desserts to die for.
Favourite places nearby
No visit to the Peak District would be complete without visiting the fabulous Chatsworth Estate. There really is something to do for every member of the family - The Farmyard and Adventure playground, the magnificent house and the gardens which are equally as impressive as the house , with the maze, the garden trails, and the famous water cascade to keep the little ones occupied.
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Casa Chatsworth
No visit to the Peak District would be complete without visiting the fabulous Chatsworth Estate. There really is something to do for every member of the family - The Farmyard and Adventure playground, the magnificent house and the gardens which are equally as impressive as the house , with the maze, the garden trails, and the famous water cascade to keep the little ones occupied.
No visit to the Peak District would be complete without visiting the fabulous Chatsworth Estate. There really is something to do for every member of the family - The Farmyard and Adventure playground, the magnificent house and the gardens which are equally as impressive as the house , with the maze, the garden trails, and the famous water cascade to keep the little ones occupied.
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Go Ape Buxton
Green LaneNo visit to the Peak District would be complete without visiting the fabulous Chatsworth Estate. There really is something to do for every member of the family - The Farmyard and Adventure playground, the magnificent house and the gardens which are equally as impressive as the house , with the maze, the garden trails, and the famous water cascade to keep the little ones occupied.
On the door step
The brewery makes upwards of 30 distinct brews of all kinds and has many other special editions both planned and in its back-catalogue. Innovation and super-high quality are the prime goals, along with a nod to tradition and an almost maniacal attention to detail. All of the beers the brewery produces are designed to delight the senses and enthral the drinker. Not all beers are created equal, some are big and strong and full of powerful hops and malts, others are lighter, and have subtle nuances of flavour and aroma. All are intended to be enjoyed as a lovingly hand made product, nurtured by a small team of dedicated beer lovers.
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Buxton Brewery Tap House and Cellar
George StreetThe brewery makes upwards of 30 distinct brews of all kinds and has many other special editions both planned and in its back-catalogue. Innovation and super-high quality are the prime goals, along with a nod to tradition and an almost maniacal attention to detail. All of the beers the brewery produces are designed to delight the senses and enthral the drinker. Not all beers are created equal, some are big and strong and full of powerful hops and malts, others are lighter, and have subtle nuances of flavour and aroma. All are intended to be enjoyed as a lovingly hand made product, nurtured by a small team of dedicated beer lovers.
Buxton Opera House is one of Britain's leading receiving theatres, presenting around 450 performances each year including dance, comedy, children's shows, drama, musical concerts, pantomime and opera as well as a lively Fringe Theatre and Community and Education Programme. The theatre is also home to the nationally renowned Buxton Festival. Lovingly restored to its former glory in 2001, Buxton Opera House is an exquisitely beautiful Edwardian theatre and one of the country's finest examples of Frank Matcham theatre design.
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Buxton Opera House
Water StreetBuxton Opera House is one of Britain's leading receiving theatres, presenting around 450 performances each year including dance, comedy, children's shows, drama, musical concerts, pantomime and opera as well as a lively Fringe Theatre and Community and Education Programme. The theatre is also home to the nationally renowned Buxton Festival. Lovingly restored to its former glory in 2001, Buxton Opera House is an exquisitely beautiful Edwardian theatre and one of the country's finest examples of Frank Matcham theatre design.