Tideswell

Tideswell is a large village, but with an imposing church, often described as the "Cathedral of the Peak", built when Tideswell was an important market town and lead-mining centre.

Erected between 1300 and 1370, it is almost wholly in the Decorated style, with its unusual eight - pinnacled tower in the Perpendicular style. Inside the building is a wealth of wood - carving, mainly 19th century by local man Advent Hunstone.

There is much more to explore and see in the rest of the village. The late 18thC George Hotel, Blake house and Eccles House are especially interesting.

Tideswell received a market charter in 1250 and flourished in the wool and lead trades in the 14th century, explaining the lavishness of the church. It is renowned for the quality of its well - dressing ceremony which starts the Wakes Week on the Saturday nearest John the Baptist's Day - the week's festivities are concluded with a torchlight procession and a unique Morris Dance.

Accommodation near Tideswell


Bluebell Cottage 9 Church Street Tideswell Derbyshire	A 17th century former Inn set in the heart of Tideswell yet within minutes walk of open countryside. Many original features, Superbly equipped. Walled garden. Sleeps 8+1. more details	*Contact: Jan Watkins* *Tel: +44 (0) 1298 872927* *Fax: +44 (0) 1298 872927*
Butterfield Cottage Tideswell Nr Buxton Derbyshire SK17 8LT	*Delightful 18th century limestone cottage. set on the edge of the village. 3 bedrooms. Well equipped, sunny gardens, wonderful walks from the door. Sleeps 6. more details*	*Contact: Jan Watkins* *Tel: +44 (0) 1298 872927* *Fax: +44 (0) 1298 872927*
Badger Cottage Cressbrook Nr Buxton Derbyshire SK17 8SX	Pretty grade 2 listed millworkers cottage. with conservation award. Three bedrooms. Very well equipped. Stunning views over Monsal Dale, excellent walking from the door Sleeps 6. more details	*Contact: Jan Watkins* *Tel: +44 (0) 1298 872927* *Fax: +44 (0) 1298 872927*
Saffi House Chapel en le Frith High Peak Derbyshire SK23 9HF	NEW - Available from Easter 2004 - A 3 storey stone house, situated in the centre of Chapel en le Frith. There are 11 pubs and 9 restaurants within walking distance. The golf course and Coombes sailing club are approximately 15 minutes walk away. 6 miles from the centre of Buxton.... more details	*Contact: Carole Coe* *Tel: +44 (0)1298 812441* *Fax: +44 (0)1298 815333*

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