Buxton is the ideal centre for exploring the Peak District National Park and the towns and villages of the area. It is also located conveniently between the major centres of Manchester, Sheffield, Chesterfield, Nottingham, Derby, Stoke-on-Trent and Macclesfield, with North Wales being just a couple of hours drive away.

There is so much to see and do in the area that the visitor is spoilt for choice. Listed below are just a few of the many attractions in the area with links to their respective web sites.