High Peak
Properties and events in High Peak
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
’Difficult Buildings’: a walking tour around some of Buxton’s best, but sadly increasingly at risk, architectural gems
Join Kate Dickson, Director of Creative Heritage Consultants Ltd and a resident of Buxton, for this walking tour, as we explore the reasons why some buildings may be vacant and some of the challenges and opportunities for bringing them back into use.
A Buxton Quarry in the 1930s: in photo and film
Join Frank Emerson as he takes you deep into the industrial heritage of Buxton with a visual journey through a 1930s quarry.
Assembly Rooms Open Day
Step inside one of Buxton’s most elegant historic spaces! Explore the beautifully restored Assembly Rooms, uncover their rich history, and experience the grandeur of this stunning Georgian venue.
Building on Heritage: Echoes of Buxton’s Past in Shaping Its Future
Meet Keith Hamilton from Stephenson, Hamilton and Risley Studio and learn about the plans for revitalising Buxton.
Buxton Opera House
Buxton Opera House is delighted to be hosting a free open day for all to enjoy on Sunday 21 September 2025. A series of free venue tours will be available to book online, alongside opportunities to explore our spaces if not booked on a tour.
Buxton Pop Up Museum at the Library
Whilst Buxton Museum and Art Gallery is currently closed, come and visit the team at their temporary home at Buxton Library, handle some real museum artefacts and ask any questions, and say hello to the famous Buxton bear!
Buxton Time Trail: Look Closer, Spot the History!
A family-friendly town trail, where you'll uncover Buxton’s fascinating past by spotting hidden architectural details from different historic periods. Look closer at the town’s buildings, from grand Georgian facades to Victorian embellishments.
Christ Church Burbage
Everyone is welcome to come. The church is open to visitors with historical documents and photos display. There will be a guided tour of the churchyard with reference to notable local people buried here and their Burbage connection.
Guided Walk & Tour of Lightwood Reservoir
A guided tour around Lightwood hosted by Nestlé Waters and the Derbyshire Wildlife Trust. Taking on the theme of 'architecture' we will be showing off our 'natural architecture' and talking about the work we have done to protect and enhance this.
Hands-On Architecture
Hands-On Architecture – A fun, family-friendly craft event in The Victorian Pump Room, Buxton, where children and adults can get creative with architecture-inspired activities.
Puzzling the Past: Buxton Architecture Quiz Night at the Pump Room
Test your knowledge of Buxton’s buildings and hidden histories at this fun quiz night in The Victorian Pump Room. Whether you’re a history buff or just love a good challenge, gather your team and get ready to uncover the architectural gems of Buxton.
Saving Buxton's Crescent: Renewing the Fifth Duke's Vision by Richard Tuffrey MBE
Once the heart of Georgian Buxton, the Crescent fell into disrepair but was restored through a major partnership project. Reopened in 2021, it now thrives again as a spa hotel and visitor attraction.
St John the Baptist Church, Buxton, Derbyshire
Grade II star Regency church with decorated chancel and fine stained-glass windows. Highlighting connections with the Dukes of Devonshire and local music making. Free recitals on the William Hill organ at 13.00 on 13, 15, 16, 17 and 18 September.
Talk: "Salts of the Earth" - Stories of the Salt brothers
The stories of two brothers who looked at the past and built the future of Buxton.
Talk: Saving the Cistern – the story of Higher Buxton’s first fresh water supply
Join BCA for an insightful talk about the significance of the fountain on Buxton marketplace, and our plans to restore this important Grade II monument.
Timeless Spaces: Breathing New Life into Heritage Architecture
An inspiring talk by Nirad Solanki from Solanki Holdings, the new owner of the former Buxton Museum and Art Gallery building.
Torr Vale Mill Open Days
Torr Vale Mill - a Grade II* listed cotton mill and a true piece of British history. Sympathetically renovated in an idyllic setting, explore the transformed buildings, local art, cotton looms, and enjoy a walk around the local conservation area.
Victoria Hall - Glossop: Arts & Crafts afternoon
We are opening up for people to join us for afternoon tea and look at the architecture of Victoria Hall. We will be encouraging people to create some artwork to display in our Hall after the planned phase 1 of refurbishement.
Victoria Hall - Glossop: Musical Evening
We will be joined by a traditional Glossop musical group to bring you some old style musical greats.
Victoria Hall - Glossop: Talks and Displays
This year, Friends of Victoria Hall will be opening our doors again to share our plans for our phased refurbishment with you. There will also be a Children's art exhibition - with prizes for each age category.