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63°F 17°C
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Buxton Opera House
Ollie #1 of 10 attractions in Buxton
4.5 of 5 stars 84 reviews
Attraction type  Operas
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
Poole's Cavern
Ollie #2 of 10 attractions in Buxton
4.5 of 5 stars 57 reviews
Owner description: Poole’s Cavern is the most spectacular natural cavern in the Peak District. Wonder at the amazing crystal formations which adorn the vast illuminated...... more » Owner description: Poole’s Cavern is the most spectacular natural cavern in the Peak District. Wonder at the amazing crystal formations which adorn the vast illuminated chambers on a one hour guided tour. Discover the home of the cave dwellers and learn about their lives in our new exhibition centre. Enjoy a tasty meal in the Cavern Café and explore the fossil and gemstone shop. Stroll through Buxton country park woodlands to the panoramic viewpoint of Solomon’s Temple. « less
Attraction type  Caverns/ Caves
Solomon's Temple
Ollie #3 of 10 attractions in Buxton
4.5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Owner description: A stroll through Buxton Country park from Poole's Cavern leads to the summit of Grin Low at 1440' altitude and the Victorian viewing tower of...... more » Owner description: A stroll through Buxton Country park from Poole's Cavern leads to the summit of Grin Low at 1440' altitude and the Victorian viewing tower of Solomon's Temple.Built in 1896 the 20' tower with spiral stairs give a magnificent platform to view the surrounding Peak District landscape and the Spa town of Buxton in the valley below. « less
Attraction type  Historic Walking Areas
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The Dome
Ollie #4 of 10 attractions in Buxton
4 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.2 km from city centre
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Bookstore Brierlow Bar
Ollie #5 of 10 attractions in Buxton
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews

Visitor attraction - Bookstore Brierlow  Bar - three miles south of Buxton and not only England's largest bargain bookstore, also the highest at over 1,000 feet. Building does not... more »

Attraction type  Speciality Shops
Distance  1.2 km from city centre
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Buxton Museum and Art Gallery
Ollie #6 of 10 attractions in Buxton
4 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Attraction type  Art Galleries; Art Museums
Distance  0.4 km from city centre
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Cavendish Golf Club
Ollie #7 of 10 attractions in Buxton
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  1.1 km from city centre
Goyt Valley
Attraction type  Trails
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Peak Practice Golf Driving Range
Owner description: 340 yard floodlit golf driving range. Ideal for all the family, & all levels, whatever the weather. Indoor and outdoor bays, sand bunker, raised...... more » Owner description: 340 yard floodlit golf driving range. Ideal for all the family, & all levels, whatever the weather. Indoor and outdoor bays, sand bunker, raised greens & distance markers. Club hire, snacks and golfing accessories. P.G.A qualified professionals available for group or individual tuition if required. Open daily from 10am (weather permitting). « less
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  1.8 km from city centre
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Pavilion Gardens
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Owner description: The jewel in the crown of Buxton and the High Peak, this beautiful heritage visitor attraction provides a great day out for all the family. Boasting a...... more » Owner description: The jewel in the crown of Buxton and the High Peak, this beautiful heritage visitor attraction provides a great day out for all the family. Boasting a 232 seat Cafe, 80 seat coffee bar, Gift Boutique, Tourist Information Centre and state of the art conference and banqueting facilities, as well as 23-acres of Heritage Green Flag award winning landscaped gardens. « less
Attraction type  Gardens
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