Things to do in Bakewell
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Monsal Trail
On the northern edge of Bakewell, a former railway line has been converted to a walking and cycling track called the Monsal Trail. From Bakewell you can cycle about 3 miles north and 1 mile south on the old railway itself, and there are numerous other tracks and country lanes nearby. The nearest bike hire is near Buxton. Walkers on the Monsal Trail follow alternate sections of the old railway and pretty footpaths through fields and beside rivers.
From Bakewell, an excellent out-and-back walk (3 miles each way) goes to the dramatic viewpoint at Monsal Head, where a good pub, Stables Bar at the Monsal Head Hotel, provides welcome refreshment. Allow three hours for the round…
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Bridges
A stroll from Rutland Sq down Bridge St brings you - not surprisingly - to the pretty medieval bridge over the River Wye, from where riverside walks lead in both directions. Go upstream through the water meadows, and then along Holme Lane to reach Holme Bridge, an ancient stone structure used by Peak District packhorses for centuries.
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All Saints Church
Up on the hill above Rutland Sq, All Saints Church has some ancient Norman features, and even older Saxon stonework remains, including a tall cross in the churchyard, which sadly has suffered at the hands of time.
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Prospect
The flavour of the local restaurant scene. It's a smart bistro, with slick presentation, from the dark varnished bar to the serving of specials like belly pork with local black pudding mash.
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Parakeet Diner
Has not a frill to be seen, right down to the plastic-backed chairs, but service comes with a smile, it's easy on your wallet and its generous portions help fuel the day's activities.
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Old House Museum
Near the church, Old House Museum displays a Tudor loo and, also on a scatological theme, shows how early Peakland houses used to be made with materials including cow dung.
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walking routes
Other walking routes go to the stately homes of Haddon Hall and Chatsworth House. You could take a bus or taxi there and walk back, so you don't muddy the duke's carpet.
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Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop
Probably has the best claim for having the original Bakewell Pudding recipe. They come in seriously jumbo sizes here, should you require.
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market
Bakewell's weekly market is on Monday, when the square behind the tourist office is very lively.
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Piedaniels
The toast of the local restaurants, serving exquisitely presented modern-French cuisine in exquisite surroundings. Weekday lunch menus (three courses for £12) are fantastic value.
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Castle Inn
The ivy-draped Castle Inn is one of the better pubs in Bakewell, with four centuries' practice in warming the cockles of hamstrung hikers.
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