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Situated on the banks of the River Wye, Bakewell may be one of the most unique destinations in all of Derbyshire. In fact, Bakewell rests within the boundaries of the Peak District National Park, making this small town an ideal start-off for visitors on holiday in the Peak District.
Historically, Bakewell dates back to Saxon times, highlighted by the town's most recognizable landmark All Saints Church. The church's tower accents Bakewell's riverside landscape and dates to the 12th century.
Interestingly, a pair of 9th century Saxon crosses was discovered near the church which lends even more archaeological significance to Bakewell. Like other Derbyshire hamlets, Bakewell has roots as a spa town. The local bath house was built in the late 17th and early 18th centuries.
Locating Bakewell
Bakewell is served by the A6/Buxton Road and the A619/Baslow Road exchange that extends to the north-east to the A6020 highway. Sadly, there is no longer a railway station which services Bakewell exclusively.
But local leaders have future plans to expand the Peak Rail to Bakewell in the near future. The Bakewell Railway Station closed in 1967 and is now used as a pedestrian/cycling walkway.
Bakewell Pudding
Perhaps the most infamous attraction in Bakewell remains the delectable dish "Bakewell Pudding". This pastry treat consists of a flavourful jam-filled pastry with an almond filling. And there are several local legends as to the origins of the dish.
Suffice it to say, two bakeries in Bakewell claim to hold the original, true recipe of the Bakewell Pudding: The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop and Bloomers Old and Only Original. Other shops that offer the town's namesake pastry are The Bakewell Pudding Factory and the Parlour and Shop.
Local Attractions
Since the town is nestled in the heart of the Peak District, outdoor activities and viewing are part and parcel with Bakewell's attractions. Of special note, Haddon Hall dates back at least 800 years.
Haddon Hall has been home to several of the region's prominent families and royal lines, mainly the Duke of Rutland and the town's chief founders the Vernon family. Inside Haddon Hall you can find remnants of the original structure since most of the chambers and courtyards date to the Tudor era.
A trip to Bakewell would be incomplete without a visit to the Old House Museum that houses Bakewell's most prized archaeological artefacts. The museum even offers visitors a look at the town's more recent post-war history.
Bed and Breakfasts and Hotels
You can find numerous places to rest your weary head in Bakewell as you would expect out of a town resting in the middle of the Peak District.
Bakewell bed and breakfasts hold a special status in Derbyshire for their notable hospitality. There are even some hotels available on the banks of the River Wye if you are interested in waterside accommodations while on your holiday.
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