Bakewell, Derbyshire, England

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Bakewell is a small market town in the district of Derbyshire Dales in north-central Derbyshire, England. Located within the Peak District National Park, Bakewell is a charming town with a population of around 4,000 people. It is located on the River Wye, about 21 km (13 mi) to the southwest of Sheffield.

Guide to Bakewell Hotels

Here's a list of hotels in Bakewell that you can book online, with full description, star rating, address, location map, evaluation, and prices as offered by different booking sites. This helps you to make your room booking with the site that offers the best price.

Bakewell, Derbyshire, England
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More on Bakewell

The history of Bakewell goes back to the Anglo-Saxon period, when it was part of the Anglian kingdom of Mercia. Its parish church was founded in AD 920 even though the present church building dates to the 13th century. It received its market charter in 1254, helping it develop as a center for regional trades.

Today the market is still held on Mondays, drawing visitors from near and far. The town itself has its own specialy confection, called Bakewell Pudding, a sort of jam pastry. In the heart of town is a public park through which the River Wye flows through.

The medieval Bakewell Bridge
Author: Tony Grist (public domain)

Visiting Bakewell

Leave the M1 motorway at Junction 29 and continue west on the A617 road till Chesterfield, then take the A619 road continuing west until you arrive in Bakewell.

Places of Interest in Bakewell

All Saints Church
The Anglican parish church, now Grade I listed building. It dates back to AD 920.
Bakewell Cross
9th century Saxon cross located in the graveyard of the All Saints Church.

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