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Attractions and Activities in or near Bakewell, such as Peak District National Park and Chesterfield Open Market are listed below. Bakewell is situated on the west bank of the River Wye and is mentioned in the Domesday book. Visit the church which dates back to 920 or the medieval Old House Museum. There are some pleasant walks along the river, a full range of shops, restaurants and accommodation.

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Peak District National Park

Aldern House, Baslow Road, Bakewell 0.6 miles away

Britain's first national park, established in 1951, is visited by people from all over the world. They come to find peace, tranquillity and adventure, experiencing some of England’s finest climbing, caving, walking and cycling. The National Park is... more

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Chesterfield Open Market

Market Department, Beetwell Street, Chesterfield 10.4 miles away

Chesterfield Open Market is one of the largest open-air markets in the country, held every Monday, Friday and Saturday all year round, plus a Thursday Flea Market that gets bigger every year. This traditional open-air market has been going since at... more

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Crich Tramway Village

Crich, Matlock 11.6 miles away

Take a tram ride through time at Crich Tramway Village, home of The National Tramway Museum - an ideal destination for all ages. Visitors can ride our world renowned vintage trams through our unique period street and out into the open countryside for... more

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The Chestnut Centre

Castleton Road, Chapel le Frith, High Peak 12.0 miles away

The Chestnut Centre is an escape from the bustle of life, in a secluded natural valley in the Peak National Park. The centre is home to 4 species of otters including the rare Giant Otter, 15 species of owl, tame fallow deer in the deer herd, foxes,... more

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Midland Railway - Butterley

Butterley Station, Ripley 15.5 miles away

Large collection of railway locomotives and rolling stock. Operating standard gauge railway (three and a half miles) and narrow gauge railway (one mile). Farm Park, Country Park, Demonstration Signal Box, Victorian Railwayman´s Church and much more.... more

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Denby Visitor Centre

Derby Road, Denby 17.1 miles away

Denby Visitor Centre in an attractive rural location set around a courtyard next to the pottery. Shops include Home Store, factory shop with bargains on seconds, gift shop, garden & cookery emporia and Dartington Crystal. Pottery tours with `paint a... more

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Alton Towers Resort

Alton 17.9 miles away

Escape on an amazing adventure to the Alton Towers Resort and experience unlimited family fun all year round! Join Captain Back and embark on an underwater adventure in the new Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE aquarium. Also new for 2009 is Cloud Cuckoo... more

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Alton Towers Resort Sea Life

Alton 17.9 miles away

Alton Towers Resort opens its gates to Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE! This pirate-themed aquarium, near Mutiny Bay, includes: Over 300 spectacular species of fish, including sharks, rays and seahorses and over 1 million litres of water An Ocean Tank... more

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Royal Crown Derby Visitor Centre

194 Osmaston Road, Derby 22.5 miles away

The Royal Crown Derby Visitor Centre, is housed at the present factory which was established in 1878. The business can trace its origins to the original factory, which was set up in Nottingham Road in about 1750. Queen Victoria granted permission to... more

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Aynsley China

Atlas Works, Sutherland Road, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent 24.3 miles away

Aynsley have been manufacturing Fine Bone China in Stoke-on-Trent since 1775. In more recent years Aynsley has joined, Belleek Pottery, and Galway Crystal, bringing together the strength of three well established brands. The Aynsley factory shop in... more

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Gladstone Pottery Museum

Uttoxeter Road, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent 24.5 miles away

Gladstone Pottery Museum was originally the Gladstone Works, started in the 1780s. The ovens were last fired in 1960. The Museum was opened in 1974 and is the last remaining Victorian pottery factory complete with traditional coal burning bottle... more

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The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery

Bethesda Street, City Centre, Stoke-on-Trent 24.6 miles away

The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery is the home of the world´s finest collection of Staffordshire ceramics, including the National Minton Collection. Discover the story of Stoke-on-Trent´s people, products and landscapes through imaginative displays... more

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Claymills Victorian Pumping Station

Meadow Lane, Stretton, Burton upon Trent 26.6 miles away

Probably Britain´s most complete Victorian steam pumping station. Two pumping beam engines, two Lancashire boilers and twenty other steam engines are now fully operational. The Victorian workshop has lathes, shapers, slotters and wibblers, all... more

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Foxfield Light Railway

Foxfield, PO Box 1967, Stoke-on-Trent 26.9 miles away

The Foxfield Railway is a preserved Steam Railway in North Staffordshire. Formerly built to carry coal, it now carries visitors on a five mile round journey through the picturesque Staffordshire Moorland scenery. The railway is home to some 28 Steam,... more

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Wedgwood Museum

Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent 27.3 miles away

For a unique experience and a very warm welcome, the stunning new Wedgwood Museum is the place to visit - whether you just like looking at beautiful objects or have specialist interest. We are the home of one of the most interesting ceramic... more

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Galleries of Justice

Shire Hall, High Pavement, Nottingham 28.5 miles away

The Galleries of Justice Museum is home to the Villainous Sheriff of Nottingham and is the only Museum of its kind in Europe. Based at Nottingham’s old county gaol the Museum portrays Nottingham’s horrible history and crime and punishment through the... more

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Manchester United Museum & Tour Centre

Sir Matt Busby Way, Old Trafford, Manchester 30.7 miles away

Manchester United is the world´s most famous football club and the award winning Museum at Old Trafford hosts over 230,000 visitors annually. The Museum tracks the history of the Club from humble beginnings in 1878, showcases the silverware collected... more

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Stockley Farm

Stockley Farm, Arley, Northwich 34.5 miles away

Stockley Farm, opened in 1987, is an organic farm on the Arley Estate which grows a variety of crops and Milks 200 Organic cows. On arrival you are taken by tractor and trailer from the car park to the farm where there is a variety of animals... more

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Stafford Castle Visitor Centre

Newport Road, Stafford 34.6 miles away

Stafford Castle is a Norman Stone motte and bailey fortress. Standing on the motte are the remains of a massive hall-keep built in 1348. After the civil war, the slighted remains were given an extensive 19th century gothic reconstruction. Lower down... more

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Anderton Boat Lift

Lift Lane, Anderton, Northwich 35.6 miles away

Anderton Boat Lift was opened in March 2002 following a £7m restoration project to restore the famous Victorian structure. One of the `seven wonders of the waterways´ and a major national tourist attraction. First opened in 1875 and re-adapted to a... more

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Snibston Discovery Park

Ashby Road, Coalville 35.8 miles away

Snibston is a multi-award-winning interactive museum specialising in science and technology, engineering, transport, fashion, history and mining. Based on the former Snibston Colliery, it comprises 7 hands-on galleries, a children’s outside play... more

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Great Central Railway

Great Central Road, Loughborough 36.6 miles away

At the Great Central Railway visitors can get behind the controls and enjoy the thrill of driving a giant express passenger or freight engine on Britain´s only main line steam railway. A warm reception awaits at Loughborough Central where you´re... more

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Bury Art Museum

Moss Street, Bury 36.7 miles away

Bury Art Museum opened in 1901 thanks to the generosity of the children of local paper manufacturer Thomas Wrigley. To commemorate Queen Victoria´s Diamond Jubilee in 1897, they presented the town with their father´s art collection which included... more

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East Lancashire Railway

Bolton Street Station, Bolton Street, Bury 36.8 miles away

A trip on the East Lancashire Railway is a journey back in time. It was opened in 1846 to link the Manchester to Bolton line with Radcliffe and was a popular passenger and freight route, which served the Irwell Valley from Bury to Rawtenstall and... more

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Diggerland

Willowbridge Lane, Whitwood, Castleford 36.8 miles away

Diggerland - The Ultimate Adventure Park experience Where children ride and drive full size diggers, with over 18 rides to enjoy. Test your skills on the Dumper Trucks. Find buried treasure. Knock down the skittles. Dig a giant hole with the dirt... more

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Blakemere Craft Centre

Chester Road, Sandiway, Northwich 38.3 miles away

Blakemere is a recipe of relaxed shopping mixed with activities and events ideal for couples and 'ladies who lunch'. It’s also a great day out for all the family! With over 25 unique boutique style shops based in and around a beautifully restored... more

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Twycross Zoo

Burton Road (on the A444), Atherstone 39.3 miles away

Unforgettable family days out since 1963 Come and see wild animals from across the world at Twycross Zoo, the centre for conservation, education and family fun. With 50 acres of parkland and over 1000 animals. Coming Easter 2010 is the New Visitor... more

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Hack Green Secret Bunker

PO Box 127, Nantwich 40.4 miles away

Hack Green was one of 21 fixed radar stations in the country and one of only 12 fully equipped with searchlights and fighter aircraft control. In one of the cabinets in the museum you can see some of the original communications equipment used by... more

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Drayton Manor Theme Park

Tamworth 41.6 miles away

Welcome to everyone's favourite theme park, packed with a host of great rides and attractions set in 280 acres of lakes and parkland. Drayton Manor features some of the biggest, wettest and scariest rides around! The zoo is 15 acres with over 150... more

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Tropical Bird Gardens (Leics) Ltd

Lindridge Lane, Desford 43.3 miles away

The Tropical Bird Gardens are situated in approx. 5 acres of land. Home to several hundred tropical birds of over 70 species. There are large aviaries with many exotic species such as parakeets, toucans, emus and mynah birds. Many of the birds are... more

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Bosworth Battlefield Visitor Centre & Country Park

Ambion Lane, Sutton Cheney, Market Bosworth 43.7 miles away

Bosworth Battlefield Visitor Centre & Country Park is the site of the Battle of Bosworth 1485, the decisive battle of the War of the Roses where Richard III lost his life and his crown to the future Henry VII. Offering diverse ways to re-live history... more

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Keighley & Worth Valley Railway

Haworth Station, Haworth, Keighley 44.1 miles away

The KWVR is a standard gauge branch line that was built in 1867 by local mill owners, jpins the national network at Keighley. Most of the services are operated by steam trains.... more

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Twinlakes Park

Melton Spinney Road, Melton Mowbray 44.4 miles away

Twinlakes Park: There is a massive splash landing at Twinlakes Park this summer with the recent unveiling of the brand spanking new, 22 foot drop, Dragonfall Log Flume!!! The fantastic new attraction turned the taps on for the first time this Easter... more

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National Space Centre

Exploration Drive, Leicester 44.8 miles away

The award winning National Space Centre is the UK´s largest attraction dedicated to space. From the minute you catch sight of the Space Centre´s futuristic Rocket Tower, you´ll be treated to hours of breathtaking discovery and interactive fun. Home... more

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Catalyst - Science Discovery Centre

Gossage Building, Mersey Road, Widnes 44.8 miles away

Catalyst makes science exciting and accessible to people of all ages and abilities. Enjoy panoramic views across Cheshire from the rooftop Observatory reached by a scenic glass lift, or visit Scientrific and Birth of an Industry galleries, home to... more

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Hoo Farm

Preston-on-the-Weald Moors, Telford 46.6 miles away

Hoo Farm is family run and over 100 years old, set in 32 acres of paddocks and woodland. The farm is home to owls, ostriches, ferrets, lizards, snakes, meerkats and many more, with different activities running throughout the day from Lamb Feeding and... more

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The World of Glass

Chalon Way East, St Helens 46.8 miles away

The World of Glass: Experience a wonderful day out with a difference at this award-winning visitor attraction in St Helens, which shows how glass has changed our world forever. Witness live glass blowing demonstrations, be amazed by the 3D... more

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Royal Air Force Museum Cosford

Cosford, Shifnal 47.0 miles away

The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford houses one of the largest aviation collections in the UK with 70 historic aircraft on display in three wartime hangars and within the National Cold War Exhibition. A major feature of this unique exhibition is... more

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Lincoln Cathedral

Minster Yard, Lincoln 47.2 miles away

Lincoln Cathedral is visible from 25 miles away and is a distinguished landmark which is even more stunning close up. Take a guided floor or roof tour, see the imposing West Front with its Romanesque Frieze. Marvel at the wonderful 14th century stone... more

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Knowsley Safari Park

Prescot 49.5 miles away

Knowsley Safari Park has been one of the top all-day attractions in the North West for over 35 years. Visitors can see more than 500 mammals on its five-mile safari drive - including the famous Knowsley baboons - and then enjoy close-up views of... more

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Chester Zoo

Upton by Chester, Chester 50.0 miles away

Visit Chester Zoo - a world of wildlife awaits you! Discover over 8000 wonderful animals and 400 different species including some of the most endangered in the world! From the magnificent elephants and rhinos to the delicate butterflies, there is a... more

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Blue Planet Aquarium

Cheshire Oaks, Ellesmere Port 50.3 miles away

Blue Planet Aquarium: Come share an incredible voyage of discovery through the underwater world from fresh water lakes and streams to mangrove swamps, rocky shores, stunning coral reefs and mighty ocean depths. Blue Planet Aquarium has the largest... more

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Chester Cathedral

Chester Cathedral Office, 12 Abbey Square, Chester 50.3 miles away

Originally built as a monastery founded in 1092, Chester Cathedral was reconstuted as a Cathedral in 1541. The building has a rich and fascinating heritage and a visit here opens a window onto a rich and varied story of monks, kings and craftsmen. ... more

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Chester Race Company Ltd

The Racecourse, Chester 50.5 miles away

The crowds here are testament to the racecourse’s enduring popularity, and perhaps more so than any other racecourse in Britain, the quality of racing at Chester is not uppermost in patrons’ thoughts - not that it is anything but good all summer!... more

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Dudley Canal Tunnel and Limestone Mines

A4123 Birmingham New Road, Dudley 50.8 miles away

Visit the subterranean world in Dudley by skipper guided boat tours taking you back in time to when Dudley was a coral seabed. With two audio visual shows and a chance to experience the old fashioned art of 'legging' the boat. Fun for the whole... more

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Dudley Zoological Gardens

Castle Hill, Dudley 51.2 miles away

Lions and Tigers to Snakes and Spiders - Go Wild at Dudley Zoological Gardens. Come face to face with Lemurs as they roam freely in their woodland home. Walk through a Rainforest to see primates & otters. Watch Brids of Prey as they fly around the... more

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Camelot Theme Park

Park Hall Road, Charnock Richard, Chorley 51.2 miles away

Camelot Theme Park: An unforgettable, fun-packed day awaits visitors to the enchanted kingdom of Camelot . With over half a mile of twists, turns and steep drops our king of the coasters, Knightmare, requires nerves of steel whilst for the true... more

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Birmingham Sea Life Centre

Brindley Place, The Waters Edge, Birmingham 51.8 miles away

The National SEA LIFE centre, located in the heart of Birmingham features the only 360 degree tubular walkthrough ocean tunnel in the country. It has over 50 spacious displays housing chiefly tropical creatures, ranging from Clownfish and Asian... more

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Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust

Coach Road, Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge, Telford 52.2 miles away

The Ironbridge Gorge Museums are a series of ten amazing museums located in the beautiful Ironbridge gorge. The seperate museums are: Blists Hill Victorian Town, Broseley Pipeworks, Coalport China Museum, Darby Houses, Enginuity, Jackfield Tile... more

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Red House Glass Cone

High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge 54.8 miles away

At Stuart Crystal, take a self guided tour through the glassworks including the underground passages and tunnels which have not previously been open to the public. A spiral staircase allows you to walk up through the core of the glass furnace onto a... more

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