Mandale House
Haddon Grove, Bakewell, Derbyshire DE45 1JF TEL: 01629 812416Grove, Bakewell, Derbyshire DE45 1JF TEL: 01629 812
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Lathkill Dale

Lathkill Dale is a deep limestone gorge formed in the ice age. It has a long industrial history, including lead mining, timber production and a corn mill. All have left their mark, enhancing the beauty of the dale as we know it today. Part of the dale is now a National Nature reserve managed by English Nature to protect a variety of flora and fauna, as well as some outstanding geological features.

Arbor Low

An ancient stone circle 1,200 feet above sea level with wonderful views.

Bakewell

A bustling market town famous for its puddings. A cattle market is held weekly on Mondays in the new agricultural centre, while across the river there is a traditional open-air stall market. There is a fine Church of medieval origin and the Vernon chapel containing tombs of Sir John Manners of Haddon and his wife Dorothy Vernon. Find out about the famous elopement and othe local history from the Old House Museum situated a little way from the church. The great houses of Chatsworth, home to the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, and Haddon Hall, the home of the Manners family, are just a few miles away.

Well dressings

An ancient custom unique to Derbyshire and its borders. It is the art of decorating springs and wells with pictures made from flowers and other plants. 		 
         
         
     
 
Mandale House, Haddon Grove, Bakewell, Derbyshire DE45 1JF, TEL: 01629 812416 email julia@mandalehouse.co.uk