Bakewell CP

Bakewell Essentials

Bakewell is a historic market town in the Peak District National Park, defined by its medieval heritage and culinary traditions. This selection features the 13th-century stone bridge crossing the River Wye and the Old House Museum, a well-preserved 16th-century yeoman’s residence. The list highlights the town's famous dessert at the shop where the original 1860 recipe was created, alongside local artisanal producers and the remains of a Norman motte-and-bailey fortification.

The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop

Occupying a 17th-century building, this bakery produces the traditional pudding using an 1860 recipe. The dessert consists of a puff pastry base, strawberry jam, and almond-enriched egg custard.

Bakewell Bridge

A Grade I listed stone structure dating to the 13th or 14th century. It features five pointed arches across the River Wye and remains one of the town's most significant medieval landmarks.

Ashford Mill

A historic water mill on the River Wye. Originally a corn mill, it was later used to cut and polish Ashford Black Marble, a decorative local limestone.

Old House Museum

The Old House Museum in the town of Bakewell in Derbyshire is a typical 16th-century yeoman's house that now houses a small museum with an…

Bakewell Castle

Bakewell Castle was in the town of Bakewell, Derbyshire.

The Bakewell Tart Coffee House

A town-center café specializing in the Bakewell Tart, a version of the local dessert made with shortcrust pastry, frangipane, and a layer of icing.

Bakewell Cheese Shop

An independent specialist stocking over 100 varieties of cheese. The selection includes regional Derbyshire favorites like Sage Derby and Hartington Blue.