Visit Matlock Bath with your dog

June 8, 2023 By
Jubilee Bridge in Matlock Bath

If you fancy a visit to Matlock Bath with your dog, then you certainly won’t be disappointed. There are plenty of things to do to keep you and your furry friend amused.

Matlock Bath is just a short distance from Matlock in Derbyshire, but it couldn’t be more different. It sometimes feels like you’ve found a seaside town, even though you are miles from the sea!

There is the main parade that you can stroll down, which includes plenty of cafes and restaurants where you can sit either inside or outside and watch the world go by.

If you’re a keen motor cyclist, then you’ll be interested to know that Matlock Bath seems to be a mecca for motor cyclists. It is not unusual to see row upon row of motorbikes parked up on the parade.

Dog Walks in Matlock Bath

The easiest place to take your pooch for a wander is by crossing the Jubilee Bridge and having a walk along Lovers Walk. This is a riverside walk and is relatively peaceful compared to the hustle and bustle of the town.

Dog Friendly Cafes in Matlock Bath

The good news is, that most of the cafes and eateries have outdoor seating, so it is very easy for dog owners to find somewhere suitable.

M&A Cafe: 196 South Parade, Matlock Bath

The Riverside Kiosk Situated on South Parade, adjacent to the Pavilion car park.

Tucker Fish and Chips: 18 North Parade, Matlock Bath. This is dog friendly inside too!

Taste of the Waves: 22-24 North Parade, Matlock Bath – dogs allowed inside.

Dog Friendly pub in Matlock Bath

The Fishpond 204 South Parade, Matlock Bath. DE4 3NR

Dog Friendly Attractions

The Heights of Abraham

The Heights of Abraham offers perhaps one of the most unusual modes of transport for dogs. This is because they are allowed to travel for free on the cable cars.

Once arrived, they can dine with you on the restaurant terrace (which is outside).

They can also use the “Waggy Tails Trail” which is a 25-30 minutes walk. It is designed to finish at the cave exit (Masson Cavern). Sadly dogs are not allowed in the cavern itself.

The Peak District Lead Mining Museum

The Peak District Lead Mining Museum, can be found at the Grand Pavilion, South Parade.

According to the website, in the Frequently Asked Questions section, they say:

“well behaved dogs are allowed into the museum – if kept on a short lead. They are also allowed down the mine, but be aware that on busy tours, they risk being trodden on.” The museum therefore reserves the right to deny entry with your dog, if they are deemed to be too busy.

It would seem advisable to check with the staff before entering.

Dog Friendly Hotel

Hodgkinsons: 150 South Parade. It’s a dog friendly hotel situated in Matlock Bath. It’s right in the centre of the action in Matlock Bath, so ideal for exploring the Parade.

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Things to do in Matlock

June 2, 2021 By

You’ll be happy to know that there are lots of things to do in Matlock with your dog. So if you’re coming for a daytrip or perhaps you’re staying on holiday for a few days, then please read on.

Bandstand at Hall Leys Park Matlock
Hall Leys Park Bandstand in Matlock

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Dog Walks in Matlock

Matlock is a busy town in the Peak District, but you can escape the hustle and bustle by visiting the beautiful Hall Leys Park in the centre of Matlock or perhaps venturing further afield. We give you some options below.

Hall Leys Park

This is a beautiful park situated in the centre of Matlock. It is popular will everyone and has a play area for families and young children, a small boating lake and also plenty of space to wander around with your dog. There are always lots of beautiful flower beds to look at.

Set inside the park boundary there is the Cafe in the Park, which is dog friendly and a lovely place to enjoy lunch or a hot drink and a snack.

Public toilets are available in Hall Leys park at a small charge of 20 pence. You do need to have some change on you though.

Cromford Canal

The Cromford canal is a short drive from Matlock, but we couldn’t exclude this fantastic area from a dog walking perspective. You could spend a leisurely morning in Matlock and then head down to Cromford Canal for an interesting afternoon. If you park at Cromford Wharf, you can saunter down the canalside towards High Peak Junction (where there are refreshments) and then retrace your steps to the car park. In addition there is the Cromford Mills to visit, parts of which are dog friendly.

If you’d like details of a circular walk from Cromford Canal then check out our Weekend Walk from Cromford Mills

Black Rocks

This is another stunning walking area to visit, which is just a short drive from Matlock. From Matlock you need to head towards Cromford and turn right off the A6 towards Wirksworth. You’ll climb up Cromford Hill and you’ll find Black Rocks at the top of the hill on the left had side.

There is a car park with a cafe and there are numerous walks that you can do from the trail. You can turn left and walk down the high peak trail towards the Cromford Canal – but beware you’ll have a steep climb back up again! Alternatively you can head into the woodland areas following one of the many marked trails.

If you’d like more information about Black Rocks then please read our Black Rocks Cromford post. You’ll find a leaflet that shows you two walks from Black Rocks which your dog will love!

Some recommended dog walk books

Dog Friendly Pubs in Matlock

Once you’ve enjoyed a nice dog walk, you might be ready for a drink or a meal. We’ve compiled a list of dog friendly pubs in Matlock which you can view, but here is a summary of a few:

The Remarkable Hare: 77 Dale Road DE4 3LT

Twenty Ten: 16 Dale Road DE4 3LT – good to see that there are lots of reviews about how dog friendly this bar is.

The Sycamore Inn: 9 Sycamore Road DE4 3HZ

Duke of Wellington: 115 Wellington St DE4 3GX

Dog Friendly Cafes in Matlock

Matlock Cafe: 9 Bakewell Road DE4 3AU (across the road from M&S Foods).

The Mad Hatter: 34 Crown Square DE4 3AT (Just a little further along the road from Matlock Cafe).

The Black Cat Cafe: The Courtyard, Dale Rd DE4 3LT – a quiet courtyard setting off Dale Road

Butter Fingers: 109 Dale Road DE4 3LU – dog biscuits appeared from behind the counter!

Cafe in the Park: 38 Causeway Lane DE4 3AR – inside the boundary of Hall Leys Park

Dog Friendly Attractions

Peak Rail

Peak Rail is a preserved railway line using diesel and steam locomotives. The line runs for 4 miles from Rowsley to Matlock Platform 2. It was part of the old Midland railway line, which used to run between Manchester Central and London St Pancras. The old line closed in 1968 and has been lovingly refurbished to what you see today.

Dogs are allowed in the carriages, a maximum of two in each carriage.

From previous reviews that I’ve read on Tripadvisor, whilst the train is dog friendly, the cafes and refreshment places are not. It is worth knowing that there are plenty of dog friendly cafes and bars in Matlock, and the one’s on Dale Road are probably the nearest to the Matlock train station.

Locations of the stations

I’ve provided the postcodes of each station for Sat Nav purposes.

Ample parking is available at Rowsley South station DE4 2LF

Darley Dale Station DE4 2EQ

Matlock Station DE4 3NA

More attractions at Matlock Bath

Matlock Bath is just a short distance down the A6 from Matlock itself. You’ll feel like you’ve been transported into a different world!

There is a promenade, called the Parade. There is both a North Parade and a South Parade, but really it is all just one continuous road. You’ll find all kinds of pubs, cafes and shops, most have outdoor seating. Many of these are dog friendly.

There is a riverside walk that you can do, if you cross the Jubilee bridge and walk along Lovers Walk

We hope you enjoy Matlock

We hope that you’ve found this guide useful and hopefully you’ll find somewhere fun and exciting to take your dog.

You might also enjoy our Things to Do In Buxton article. We’ve got lots of dog friendly information on that post if you’re thinking of visiting the beautiful spa town of Buxton.

Alternatively if you want a more general guide, then please check out our 12 Things to Do in The Peak District with your dog.

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Things to do in Buxton

June 8, 2023 By
Buxton Spa Hotel is pet friendly
Buxton Crescent Health Spa Hotel (Dog Friendly)

There are numerous things to do in Buxton with your dog. In this post we are going to look at places where you can eat, drink and enjoy with your dog.

About Buxton

Buxton is a thermal spa town situated in the Peak District, Derbyshire. It has a myriad of Georgian and Victorian architecture, with beautiful parklands to discover too.

There are plenty of dog friendly bars, pubs and cafes as well as some unusual attractions.

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Dog walks in Buxton

Here are a few suggestions as to where you can walk your dog in and around Buxton.

Solomon’s Temple and Grinlow Woods

Buxton is home to the Buxton Country park, and Solomon’s Temple is a favourite place for dog walkers to head to.

Solomon’s Temple, is a Victorian folly which was built at the top of Grin Low (hill). You can climb to the top of it and experience stunning views across Buxton and beyond. I wouldn’t recommend that you take your dog up Solomon’s Temple as accidents can happen, and dogs have fallen from this in the past. However, they will love running around the surrounding woods and fields. I must also mention that Solomon’s Temple is situated in part of a working farm, so there might be cattle up there on occasion.

Solomons Temple

You can find out more about this walk, please read our Weekend Dog Walk – Solomon’s Temple

The Pavillion Gardens

Buxton Pavillion Gardens is a 23 acre magnificent Victorian park, containing a boating lake, bandstand, landscaped grassland and play areas. It is very popular with families and dog walkers.

You can while away many pleasant hours walking around the park. For instance you could sample the refreshments from the Pavilion itself or even just bring a picnic.

There is also a small scenic train that follows a short circular route inside the parkland. Not one for the dogs though, but small children love it!

Goyt Valley Walks

Just a short trip up the road (follow Long Hill out of Buxton), you will find the Goyt Valley.

This is a walkers paradise! We have spent many a long hour here with one of our dogs. There are moorland walks to explore, some woodland areas and also a reservoir that you can walk around.

Dogs enjoying a walk around Goyt Valley
Dogs trotting along from Shining Tor

For more details about Goyt Valley walks, you should try this website. Or for a specific dog walk you can try our Weekend Dog Walk – Fernilee Reservoir

Recommended dog walk books

More unusual dog friendly activities

Here are a couple of more unusual activities that you can do with your dog!

Buxton “Tram” Tour

Discover Buxton Tours – you can travel on the Wonder of the Peak (a newly converted Victorian “tram” – previously a milk float!) and spend a leisurely time being chauffeured around the sites of Buxton. Dogs are welcome.

The Wonder of the Peak - Buxton Tram
Tilly waiting to board the Buxton Tram

Buxton Family Treasure Hunt Trail

Here is a more unusual activity that you can do with your family and the dog! The family treasure hunt trail takes you around the trail hunting for pieces of code where you are seeking the magical realm of the Goddess Arnemetia.

Dog Friendly Pubs

After a strenuous dog walk, you might be in need of some refreshments! We have listed below, some of the dog friendly pubs in Buxton.

The Railway – Bridge Street, SK17 6BS – you’ll find a dog friendly area in the bar.

53 Degrees North – 8a Hall Bank, SK17 6EW – people happily eat here with their dogs.

The Old Clubhouse – 3 Water Street, SK17 6XN – this is opposite Buxton Opera House.

Red Willow – 1 Cavendish Circus, Buxton SK17 6AT – This is a converted bank which is very dog friendly.

The Old Sun Inn – 33 High Street, SK17 6HA

Buxton Brewery Tap House – Old Court House, George Street, SK17 6AY – currently operating from Staden Lane

The Cheshire Cheese – 37-39 High Street, SK17 6HA – This is a great pub to eat with your dog.

The Duke – 123 St John’s Road, SK17 6UR – on the way out of town, near to Grinlow Woods for a dog walk after!

Dog Friendly Cafes in Buxton

If you would prefer to visit a dog friendly cafe rather than a dog friendly pub, then Buxton has plenty to choose from!

The Hydro Cafe: 75 Spring Gardens, SK17 6BP. They even have a special Doggy Menu!

Everything’s Rosy Vintage Tea Rooms: 4-8 Hardwick Street, SK17 6DH

Charlotte’s Chocolates: Unit 1 Cavendish Arcade, The Crescent, SK17 6BQ

Cafe at the Green Pavilion: 4 Terrace Road, SK17 6DR

High Peak Bookstore & Cafe: Ashbourne Road, SK17 9PY – Dogs are welcome throughout the bookstore!

Eat at No5 – 5 London Rd, SK17 9PA – there is outside seating provided, but it’s next to busy main road.

The Tradesman’s Entrance: 13 Scarsdale Place, SK17 6EF

Pooles Cavern Cafe: Green Lane Sk17 9DH – Whilst the cavern itself does not allow dogs, the cafe does.

Sacro Lounge: 22-23 Springs Shopping centre SK17 6DF

Carriages Restaurant: Newhaven, near Buxton SK17 0DU

As you can see, this is quite a list of dog friendly cafes in Buxton! Hopefully you will find one which suits your needs. 🙂

Dog Friendly Hotels

There are several dog friendly hotels that we have listed below.

The Palace Hotel: Palace Road SK17 6AG – dog friendly rooms are available.

Buxton Crescent Health Spa Hotel: A stunning recently refurbished 18th Century building.

The Old Hall Hotel: Sited next to the Buxton Crescent Hotel, The Old Hall is reputed to be the oldest hotel in England.

We hope that you enjoy your visit to Buxton with your dog. Please have a look at some of our other posts to discover more towns that you can visit in the Peak District with your dog.

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Friendly facebook!

April 21, 2016 By

Facebook page shotI recently read a post from Tissington Nursery (of the plant variety not the child variety!) that they are dog friendly. It’s great to hear from businesses in this way. Anyhow, I opened the debate in Facebook and asked where else was dog friendly, that you wouldn’t necessarily expect to be.  Here are the results, some of which might surprise you!

Church Inn – Chelmorton – dog friendly and lovely staff. They have indoor and outdoor seating and serve food too.

Lathkil Hotel (recommended by Hillsway bungalow –  dog friendly accommodation in Youlgreave)

Heights of Abraham – Matlock – where dogs are allowed in the cable cars. However they are not allowed in the caves or cafe, but there is outdoor seating and some nice walks nearby.

Crich Tramway museum – dogs can ride on the trams and you are positively encouraged not to leave your dog in the car.

The National Stone centre – according to one of our readers, there is a museum and shop. It is right next to the High Peak trail, so there are lovely walks nearby.

Peak Cavern – Castleton

Bagshaw Hall Sleep Lodge – Bakewell

Fat Face ( Ashbourne & Bakewell)

Orvis (Bakewell)

Gratton Grange – another dog friendly place to stay…..

 

If anyone knows of anymore please do leave us a message on Facebook and we can share. This post was really popular and was shared to nearly 600 people!

 

 

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September events

June 8, 2023 By

Big walkiesAugust is drawing to a close with the bank holiday weekend almost upon us.  There are still loads of great dog friendly events that you can attend:

Bank Holiday weekend beer festival at Hope

A regular event for us, the Old Hall Hotel at Hope always manages to pull off a great day out. There are usually a number of fantastic local real ales to try and often some live music too!  For those “designated drivers” there is a tea room alongside the Old Hall Hotel, which always has a bowl of water for your four legged friend.  There is always a welcome in the Old Hall Hotel pub and dogs are welcome in here too.

Taddington Well Dressing  – 22nd – 29th August 2015

Various locations in the village

11am – 4pm

Hope Show – 31st August 2015

Hope Show is one of the major summer shows in Derbyshire and the Peak District giving an opportunity for large crowds of those who enjoy farming and the countryside to meet & celebrate the year just gone.  It is held every August Bank Holiday Monday with the Sheep Dog trials lasting into Tuesday.

The show includes a wide range of displays, classes and competitions including the Sheepdog trials, Show Jumping, Heavy & Light Horses Showing, Poultry, Cattle and Sheep, including Rare Breeds, Gundogs, Vintage Cars and Motorbikes, Vintage Tractors and Engines, Horticulture, Crafts and lots more.

Alongside these activates there is loads for the children to see & do and plenty of opportunities for everyone to refresh themselves, with the many local food stalls which Hope Show prides itself on.

Foolow Well Dressing – Sunday 6th September 2015  – 10.30am – 4.30pm

Two, both on the Village Green:

  • 1. Main Well Dressing
  • 2. Children’s Well Dressing

How to get there

Foolow is located about 1km north of the A623 Baslow to Chapel-en-le-Frith road at Housley; about 3km west of Eyam.

CAR: you may be able to find a parking space on the village green, although it is closed during the festivities on the Saturday afternoon. Failing this, try along the Housley road; there is a layby just outside the village.

SATNAV: S32 5QR

Refreshments served daily in the village hall.

Clownes Well Dressing

This ancient custom is unique to Derbyshire and is the art of making pictures from natural materials. Clowne is a place of springs and the villagers have revived well dressing to mark this. The theme this year is the 800th anniversary of the Magna Carta. Well Location Outside Wilkinson’s store, Mill Green Way (S43 4LJ)

Please Note – 9am till 7.00pm

Chatsworth Country Show – 4th – 6th September 2015

A fantastic country show with plenty to see for all the family.  For those with culinary prowess there are some great chefs including Mary Berry (from the Great British Bake Off) and John Torode from Masterchef fame.

The Essex Dog display team is in attendance this year, along with dog agility. There are also gun dog displays and plenty of stalls and attractions to wander around. There are always hundreds of dogs in attendance and there are plenty of water stops for your four legged friend around the show ground.

Big walkies – RSPCA Chesterfield – Sunday 6th September 2015

Calling all dog lovers and their dogs, from the playful puppies to the golden oldies. Big Walkies is coming for you!

Big Walkies is the RSPCA’s own series of sponsored dog walks. This isn’t an everyday walk, this is the Best. Walk. Ever. Say goodbye to the familiar and treat your pet to more trees, more fun, and more reasons to slobber. Your dog will make lots of new doggy friends, and you can make human ones too. Together you and your new friends can have fun and help the RSPCA to protect more animals from cruelty and neglect. Every dog shall have his day!

It only costs £10 for one dog, and £5 for any additional pooches. All humans can come along free!

Lathkill Beer Festival – Friday 11th and Saturday 12th September 2015

The first ever beer festival with 17 real ales and real ciders. For those non beer drinkers there are a good selection of wines and spirits. This is a dog friendly pub near Bakewell.

Sat Nav DE45 1JE

Hartington Wakes sports and Country Show – 13th September

High Fields Hall Bank, Hartington SK17 0AT

There’s so much to do and see at our show  Archery, Blood Hounds –  Parade, Bouncy Castle, Cattle Show Classes, Chase the Bunny,  Climbing Wall,  Craft Stalls,  Donkey Rides, Driving Classes,  Children’s Fun Fair, Food, Fun Dog Show, Grand Parade, Gymkhana, Handicrafts, ‘Have a go’ Flyball, Heavy Horse Showing, Horse showing, Indoor Market, Parade of the Poppy Queen, Peter Hallam with his dog and ducks, Puissance, Sheep Show Classes, Show Jumping, Supreme Champion of Champions! Class for best overall animal of the day, Trade stands & Vintage tractors!

Woofs and Wellies – Sunday 13th September 2015

Woofs and Wellies is everyone’s favourite sponsored dog walk!

The fundraising event has been especially put together for our four-legged friends, with a great chance for you and man’s best friend to walk around the stunning Linacre reservoirs, all for your local hospice.

The walk is taking place on Sunday 13th September at 10am. At the end of the walk, your dog will receive a very special medal of their own, which they can wear with pride.

Register for £5 to take a walk with man’s best friend. Refreshments will be available, both for dogs and their owners, plus all dog will receive a doggy bag!

Please be a responsible dog owner and keep your dogs on leads at all times and remember to bring poo bags!

To register, please visit here

Hayfield Country Show 19th – 20th September 2015

Childrens entertainers, birds of prey, sheep dog trials, fell race, crafts, local food, pet tent, dog agility, gun dog displays.

Another great day out.

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Derbyshire Well Dressings – a doggie day out!

June 26, 2015 By Leave a Comment

tissington-well-dressing-thursday-029Derbyshire is famous for it’s age-old tradition of Well Dressing. Over 80 towns and villages decorate their wells with natural materials, such as plants, flowers, bark and other natural ingredients. These are all artistically arranged to produce fantastic works of art, that are displayed by the wells. There is often a theme to the well dressing, anything from biblical stories to special celebrations.

The well dressing celebrations often last for a few days and are often incorporated into Carnival weeks and other special events.

This offers a lovely opportunity to add some interest to your everyday dog walks. Why not incorporate a dog walk around one of the towns or villages that is taking part in the well dressings. There are often dog friendly pubs and tea shops nearby, so you can really make a day of it.

For a complete list of well dressing dates for 2015 click here

Enjoy!

 

 

 

 

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Dog Walks in the Peak District – with no stiles!

January 24, 2015 By

Tilly at Surprise ViewThe lovely people at Wet Nose Publishing Ltd have sent me a couple of books perfectly suited for the dog walker. They are Countryside Dog Walks in the Peak District – South (White Peak area) and also one for the Peak District – North.

  • They are beautifully illustrated books (with lots of lovely photographs) – if only the Peak District was this sunny all the time!!
  • There are 20 walks contained in each book, which range from Easy to Challenging. Each individual walk gives a summary of the distance, what grade e.g. easy, medium or challenging and how long it is estimated to take, pretty useful if you are time restrained.
  • The walk descriptions helpfully tell you if you are likely to encounter sheep and cattle, which is very useful if you have a dog which is likely to react to either. There are useful little maps which indicate the direction that the walks will take, although I would still have a copy of an Ordnance Survey map or similar on your phone, just in case you take a wrong turn!
  • The only thing I would say, is that the book advertises itself as “20 graded walks with no stiles” – yet there is a squeezer stile in Walk 14 Over Haddon (Peak District South) which is particularly narrow. Whilst these are not the tradional wooden stiles that you climb over, they are worse, certainly for larger dogs, as they are two pieces of solid stone that you have to squeeze through. Quite often there is no other way around!  That said, the walk description does warn you of the stiles right at the start, so you won’t get caught out.
  • These books are a great accompaniment to a holiday in the Peak District with your dog.

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12 things to do with your dog in the Peak District

June 8, 2023 By

If you are visiting the Peak District and bringing your dog, you may be interested in 12 things to do with your dog in the Peak District.

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1. Dog Walk in Grinlow Woods

Take a walk in Grinlow Woods, Buxton. Here your dog can run around the woodlands and burn off some energy. You can also walk up to Solomons Temple, which offers a fantastic view across Buxton. Check our weekend dog walk to Solomons temple for a walk that will really clear your head! It’ll also give you some great views across Buxton (on a clear day). However, please don’t let your dog go up the stairs in Solomons temple, one of my friends had a nasty experience when her dog plummeted from the top.

Later you can visit the Pooles Cavern coffee shop, which is a dog friendly cafe, and have a nice warm drink – with your dog by your side. Please note that the cavern itself is not dog friendly, but you are more than welcome to walk through into the coffee shop and enjoy refreshments for you and your dog!

If you enjoy woodland walks with your dog, then you will enjoy reading our Woodland Dog Walks post.

2. Explore the Monsal Trail with your dog

Explore the Monsal Trail, and discover one of the many dog friendly pubs nearby. The Monsal Trail is also a well used cycling trail, so you need to ensure that you keep your dog under close control, as cyclists can really gather some speed and won’t necessarily be able to react quickly enough if your dog suddenly runs out in front of them.

3. Visit Bakewell Market

Visit Bakewell on a Monday, and walk around the market. You can follow this with a drink at a dog friendly cafe or one of the dog friendly pubs in Bakewell.

4. Visit Monyash with your dog

Make a trip to Monyash and take a walk down Lathkill Dale, or try our Monyash Meander walk. You can finish your day with a visit to the Old Smithy tearooms, who welcome dogs. This tearoom can be found on our dog friendly cafes near Bakewell page.

5. Visit Monsal Head

Visit Monsal Head and walk down into Monsal Dale. Your dog will enjoy running free in Monsal Dale. You can enjoy a drink or a meal in The Stables Bar, back up at Monsal Head, when you’ve both tired from all the fresh air and exercise

6. Visit Crich Tramway Museum

Go and see the Crich Tramway Museum. Dogs are welcome to enjoy a ride on a tram. Please check their website for opening times, there are sometimes restrictions on services during the winter months.

We spent a lovely day at Crich Tramway museum and you can read more about our doggy day out at the Tram museum.

7. Enjoy a walk around Ashford in the Water

Enjoy a walk from the picturesque Ashford in the Water. You can stand on the medieval stone bridge and watch the ducks swimming below. You could also visit Aisseford Tea Rooms, which is a dog friendly café in the village. The Bulls Head in Ashford in the Water is also a dog friendly pub

8. Visit Chatsworth House grounds

Spend an afternoon wandering around Chatsworth House grounds, you will be pleased to know they allow dogs in the Gardens as long as they are on a lead.

9. Visit the Eastern Moors, Sheffield

Travel to the Eastern Moors near to Sheffield and experience the open spaces of the moors and heather. Enjoy a National Trust walk and stop off at The Grouse inn, which is dog friendly. You can eat with your dog in the conservatory area at the back (limited seating) or there are several benches and tables outside.

Read our post National Trust Dog walks to find out about more interesting dog walks that are on National Trust property in the Peak District.

10. Visit Black Rocks at Cromford

Visit Black Rocks at Cromford and enjoy a varied walk with your dog through woodlands and open spaces. There are way marked trails, but also plenty of footpaths for those with a local map.

You can read about our trip to Black Rocks Cromford to find out more.

11. Try a Woodland Walk

If your dog enjoys running around in the woods, then there are plenty to choose from in the Peak District. Please read our Woodland Dog Walks feature to find out more.

Useful dog walking books in Peak District

12. Visit a National Trust Property

There are many National Trust properties in the Peak District and most of them have dog friendly areas.

We have written a separate post about National Trust Dog walks, so take a look.

We hope that you have enjoyed reading about 12 things to do with your dog in the Peak District. Please have a look at our Pinterest page which will give you a few more ideas about what to do in the Peak District when you are visiting with your dog.

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A day out in Buxton with your dog

March 12, 2014 By

Tilly waiting to board the Buxton Tram

Tilly waiting to board the Buxton Tram

If you are looking for a nice day out with your dog, then you need look no further than Buxton.  With a host of dog friendly pubs and local attractions there is something for everyone, including the Buxton Tram affectionately known as “The Wonder of the Peak”.
Superb Scenic Walks
If you want to blow those cobwebs away then Buxton has a host of wonderful dog friendly walks on hand.
• Goyt Valley – located in the Peak District National Park this area combines picturesque valley, moorland, river and reservoir scenery to offer to truly mind blowing scenery.  With a variety of different trails to follow, some short, some long there really is something for everyone, including a flat trail if needed.  It is an ideal area for dogs although it is important you read all the necessary safety signs as there can be ground nesting birds during the months of March to July.  Dogs are always welcome though, so bring a ball and a picnic and have a lovely day out!
• Solomon’s Temple – an old Victorian viewing temple located at the top of Grin Low in Buxton County Park provides a stunning platform to view the surrounding Peak District landscape and the bubbling town of Buxton below.  A fantastic walk provides a good way to tire even the most energetic of pooches (and owners) out.
Where to eat and drink
Nothing works up the appetite like a good walk along the hills and the rush of fresh air.  If you decide not to pack a picnic then you might want to think about finding somewhere you and your pack can settle down for a tasty treat.
Luckily Buxton affords many dog friendly pubs both in and around the area.
• The Church Inn at Chelmorton – an undisputed unspoilt corner of England situated opposite the village Church, this pub offers traditional pub fare (with produce sourced locally wherever possible) and a happy hearth for your four legged friend to curl up on during those colder days.
• The Old Tap House – renowned for its craft beer this gem of a pub serves an amazing choice of ales as well as a selection of home cooked meals (including a good range of vegetarian options).
• The Courtyard in Buxton –this wine and coffee bar is well known locally for its charming and cosy setting with sharing platters and tapas boards to fight over!
• Barabellas – situated in the town centre this British cuisine restaurant offers a warm welcome to your favourite pooch (but sorry, the kids will have to stay outside due to licensing laws).  Excellent food in a relaxed atmosphere.

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Road trip to Dark Peak District

June 8, 2023 By

Tilly on the Sett Valley Trail

Tilly on the Sett Valley Trail

Last week, I needed to go to Manchester for a quick business trip. Since I didn’t want to leave Tilly at home, I decided to find some dog walks along the way.

Travelling from Buxton, I followed the A6 to Chapel en le Frith and then turned off the dual carriageway and carried on along the A624 to Hayfield (eventually leading to Glossop). My first dog walk began at Hayfield, where I parked up and walked along the Sett Valley trail, which is a 2.5 cycle and bridleway trail which links Hayfield to New Mills.

View from Sett Valley Trail

View from Sett Valley Trail

It is a linear walk which follows a former railway line through countryside with some lovely views of reservoirs and hillside views. The first section of the path leads to Birch Vale where you need to cross a relatively busy road to continue along the Sett Valley trail. I continued along this path for a little longer and met quite a few fellow dog walkers along the way.

It is useful to know that there are lots of footpaths which lead off the Sett Valley trail and I noticed that you could walk up to Lantern Pike, however a copy of the The Peak District: Dark Peak Area (OS Explorer Map) would prove very useful if you wanted to develop a circular walk of your own.Sett Valley trail signs

Tilly and I were out for about an hour and a quarter and enjoyed a lovely linear walk.

Having arrived back at the car, it was time for a quick breakfast for Tilly and a comfort stop for me. There are toilets in the pay and display car park, which are very welcome on a  road trip!

I continued on to Manchester and spent a couple of hours working, whilst Tilly had a well deserved snooze in the car. Our journey back was via Glossop and our destination was Torside reservoir and the Longendale Trail. From Glossop you follow the B6105 towards the A628.

Views of reservoir from Torside

Views of reservoir from Torside

The Longendale trail is another path which is used by both walkers and cyclists but has beautiful views of reservoirs and dramatic hillsides. There is a good visitors car park at Torside which also has toilets. Whilst the car park is pay and display, you can use your Peak District visitors car park pass if you have one.

You can choose to walk in either direction along the trail, the Woodhead tunnel is at one end, whilst Hadfield is signposted in the other direction. Either one will allow to give your dog a good stretch of his/hers legs…….

Finally after a long day on the road we headed home via Glossop and then Chapel before heading down the A6 back to Buxton.

 

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