The history of retail in Buxton charts the changing world of shopping and the High Street. This short walk with a Discover Buxton guide visits three iconic shops still trading today and learns more of their fascinating history from Victorian times to the present day.

The route features dropped kerbs, and stairs with a handrail in two of the shops. Entry to one shop is via a shallow step.

Dates

15, 21, 25 Jul 2025

3pm - 4.30pm

Price

£15

Venue

Meet outside the Pump Room

Booking Details

Dates, times & booking

  • Tue 15 Jul 2025 3.00pm - 4.30pm Book
  • Mon 21 Jul 2025 3.00pm - 4.30pm Book
  • Fri 25 Jul 2025 3.00pm - 4.30pm Book
Friends get priority booking on a staggered basis from 18 March
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Public booking opens 15 April

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