Nottinghamshire &amp; Derbyshire


<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-why">WHY?</h2>



<p>We’ll get this out the way now. Bakewell is so much more than the pudding (don’t mention the tart… ). This idyllic town is quintessentially Derbyshire. And though its picturesque location makes it a magnet for tourists, locals will tell you that being in the heart of the Peak District is totally worth it. Picture stunning walks on your doorstep, a great community spirit and loads of fab pubs, restaurants and cafes. Plus some of the best schools in Derbyshire in your catchment area.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-eat">EAT</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1024" height="683" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2022/10/1-2-1024x683.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-1891" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2022/10/1-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2022/10/1-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2022/10/1-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2022/10/1-2-788x525.jpg 788w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2022/10/1-2.jpg 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Restaurant Lovage </figcaption></figure>



<p>For some excellent scoff and quaff, start at the fantastic <a href="https://www.restaurantlovage.co.uk/">Restaurant Lovage</a> headed up by chef Lee Smith. Just outside Bakewell, there are three gorgeous fine dining spots you’ll want to book: <a href="https://www.fischers-baslowhall.co.uk/">Fischer&#8217;s at Baslow Hall</a>, <a href="https://riversidehousehotel.co.uk/">Rafters at Riverside House</a> and <a href="https://thepeacockatrowsley.com/">The Peacock</a> at Rowsley. All three (as well as Lovage) are in the Michelin Guide.&nbsp;Nearby Gallery Restaurant at <a href="https://nottsderbyshire.muddystilettos.co.uk/little-black-book/directory/the-cavendish-hotel-baslow-derbyshire/">The Cavendish Hotel</a> in Baslow comes highly rated too, with three AA Rosettes and a gorgeous new Garden Room restaurant for more informal dining.</p>



<p><a href="https://piedaniels-restaurant.com/">Piedaniel’s</a>, <a href="https://thewoodyardbakewell.com/">The Woodyard</a> and <a href="https://www.robinsonsbrewery.com/pubs/the-manners-bakewell/">The Manners</a> are all fab for relaxed midweek meals. And for Friday fun, grab a pizza at the super-cool <a href="https://shop.thornbridgebrewery.co.uk/pages/tap-room">Thornbridge Tap</a>. After some daytime eats? <a href="https://www.bakewellpuddingshop.co.uk/">The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop</a> is a local institution (for obvious reasons). And the <a href="https://www.thelambtonlarder.co.uk/">Lambton Larder</a> is a gorgeous little deli-cum-café. Also, a bike ride away down the Monsal Trail, don’t miss a brunch at the wonderful <a href="https://www.hassopstation.co.uk/">Hassop Station</a>.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-shop">SHOP</h2>



<p>Need a shopping fix? <a href="https://brocklehursts.com/">Brocklehursts</a> is a family-run biz that’s packed with countrywear. <a href="https://www.edgeoftheworld.com/">Edge of the World</a> has some great essentials for your wardrobe too.&nbsp;And for big brands, there’s a <a href="https://www.seasaltcornwall.com/locations/bakewell">Seasalt</a> and <a href="https://www.fatface.com/store/bakewell/70328">Fat Face</a> too. For menswear, nip to <a href="https://www.brigdens.com/">Bridgens</a> luxury designers and <a href="http://www.ruralthreadsbakewell.com/">Rural Threads</a> for more mainstream looks.&nbsp;</p>



<p><a href="https://www.birdsong-bakewell.co.uk/home">Birdsong</a> is an adorable little gift shop for jewellery and homeware, and the <a href="https://bakewellcookshop.com/">Bakewell Cookshop</a> has everything a fashionable, modern home cook needs. Antique hunters, head to <a href="https://www.rutlandantiques.co.uk/"></a><a href="https://lead-tin-yellow.myshopify.com/password">Lead Tin Yellow Antique Centre</a> or duck into The Rutland Arms Antique Centre. And don’t miss <a href="https://www.bect.org.uk/bookend">Book End Bookshop</a> &#8211; great for second-hand and vintage books.&nbsp;And when you’ve finished all that, <a href="https://www.sorrelscocoabakery.com/">Sorrel’s Cocoa Bakery</a> for a sweet treat… or two.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-health-amp-wellbeing">HEALTH &amp; WELLBEING</h2>



<p>Outdoorsy types have the best of the Peak District’s outdoor playground on their doorstep. Climbing, mountain biking, trail running and hiking are all so easy with Bakewell as your base. <a href="https://www.summat.co/">Summat</a> is the place to start if you’re seeking like-minded athletic buddies, a coffee shop that organises runs and rides and has a great adventure sport community.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-community">COMMUNITY</h2>



<p>If it&#8217;s music you’re after, Bakewell hosts two excellent annual festivals, <a href="https://rosafestival.co.uk/">Rosa Festival</a> in July and <a href="https://www.peakender.co.uk/">Thornbridge Peakender</a> in August. There’s also the brilliant <a href="https://www.bakewellahs.co.uk/bakewell-country-festival">Bakewell Country Festival</a> that celebrates all things Derbyshire with family-friendly fun and <a href="https://www.chatsworth.org/events/chatsworth-country-fair/">Chatsworth Country Fair</a> each September.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-nearby-attractions">NEARBY ATTRACTIONS</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1024" height="683" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2022/10/2-1-1024x683.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-1892" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2022/10/2-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2022/10/2-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2022/10/2-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2022/10/2-1-788x525.jpg 788w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2022/10/2-1.jpg 1500w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Chatsworth House</figcaption></figure>



<p>Heritage buffs, <a href="https://www.chatsworth.org/">Chatsworth House</a>, <a href="https://www.haddonhall.co.uk/">Haddon Hall</a> and <a href="https://www.thornbridgehall.co.uk/">Thornbridge Hall</a> are all just a stone’s throw from Bakewell. And in the town itself, the <a href="https://www.oldhousemuseum.org.uk/">Bakewell Old House Museum</a> explores 500 years of history. The <a href="https://www.peakdistrict.gov.uk/visiting/places-to-visit/trails/monsaltrail">Monsal Trail</a> runs from Bakewell 8.5 miles to Blackwell Mill through dramatic tunnels and over the epic Monsal Viaduct. Ideal for dog walks, family strolls and bike rides. Clamber up the hill and admire the views from Monsal Head too. Alternatively head just outside of Bakewell for the mysterious <a href="https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/nine-ladies-stone-circle/">Nine Ladies Stone Circle</a> and <a href="https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/arbor-low-stone-circle-and-gib-hill-barrow/">Arbor Low Stone Circle</a>.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-culture">CULTURE</h2>



<p>Summer brings plenty of awesome al fresco opera, theatre and cinema to Chatsworth, along with the odd festival and music gig. Haddon Hall hosts regular classic music. The <a href="https://www.bakewelltownhall.co.uk/whats-on/">Assembly Rooms Theatre</a> hosts live comedy, theatre and film screenings.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-average-house-price">AVERAGE HOUSE PRICE</h2>



<p>Across Bakewell, average costs were £438,237 over the last year – up 7% up on the previous year and 2% up on the 2020 peak of £429,181.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-hot-property">HOT PROPERTY</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img decoding="async" loading="lazy" width="1000" height="666" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/04/bakewell-house.jpg" alt="house for sale bakewell" class="wp-image-8530" srcset="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/04/bakewell-house.jpg 1000w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/04/bakewell-house-300x200.jpg 300w, https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/nottsderbyshire/wp-content/uploads/sites/23/2024/04/bakewell-house-768x511.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">With views over the river and the rec, <a href="https://www.bpestates.co.uk/buy/broomcroft/">this four bed house</a> (with annexe) is on at £625,000.</figcaption></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-nurseries">NURSERIES</h2>



<p>There are a few picks for nurseries locally. <a href="https://child1st.net/bakewell-day-nursery/">Child 1<sup>st</sup> Bakewell Day Nursery</a> was rated ‘Good’ in 2019, while <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063449185765">Bakewell Preschool Playgroup Ltd</a> was inspected in 2022 and also rated ‘Good’.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-schools">SCHOOLS</h2>



<p>For primaries, <a href="http://www.longstone.derbyshire.sch.uk/">Longstone CofE Primary School</a>, <a href="https://www.bakewellinfantschool.com/">Bakewell CofE Infant School</a> and most recently <a href="https://www.pilsleycofe.derbyshire.sch.uk/">Pilsley CofE Primary School</a> have all received good reports.&nbsp; While for teens, you’ve got the much revered <a href="http://www.ladymanners.net">Lady Manners School</a> in the town or alternatively it’s <a href="https://www.highfields.derbyshire.sch.uk/">Highfields School</a> in Matlock.&nbsp;You’re in luck if you’re looking for independent schools, <a href="https://www.sanselms.co.uk/">S. Anselm’s</a> is an award-winning prep school with flexi, weekly and full boarding for pupils, right in the heart of Bakewell.&nbsp;Well-respected prep school <a href="https://www.msmcollege.com/prep" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Barlborough Hall</a> and all-rounder <a href="https://nottsderbyshire.muddystilettos.co.uk/kids/school-reviews/review-mount-st-marys-college-derbyshire/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mount St Mary&#8217;s</a> are within shooting distance too.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-best-kept-secret">BEST KEPT SECRET</h2>



<p>Thornbridge ales are shipped all over the country, but recently they’ve been keeping things a little closer to home with the brilliant <a href="https://shop.thornbridgebrewery.co.uk/pages/tap-room">Thornbridge Taproom</a> next to their brewery. With live bands, themed nights and stone-baked pizzas, it’s the perfect hipster hangout for an after work catch up. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-commute">COMMUTE</h2>



<p>By car, it’s about 40 mins to Sheffield or it’s nearly 90mins on the bus. To London, it&#8217;s a chunky three hour drive, so take a load off and hop onto the train from Chesterfield – whizzing you into London St Pancras in 1hr 47mins.</p>



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