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Pavilion Gardens, in the spa town of Buxton, is the perfect place to enjoy a fun-filled family day out or to simply enjoy a relaxing stroll, taking in everything that this award-winning, landscaped public park has to offer. With 23 acres of gardens, this historic venue, dating back to 1871, has lots of green open spaces for playing and picnicking. It also has beautiful, landscaped Victorian gardens, a boating lake, children’s play areas, a miniature railway, and over 100 different events hosted throughout year, so there’s always something here for everyone!
During your visit, you can enjoy a refreshing drink or bite to eat at one of the eateries at Pavilion Gardens and do a spot of shopping in the Retail Arcade, where you will find Gallery in the Gardens, offering a great selection of stalls from local artists.
The splendour of Pavilion Gardens and the magnificence of the Octagon Hall also provides the most beautiful wedding venue, hosting anything from 35 to 1,200 guests!!
There are over 200 car parking spaces, including disabled spaces, which are chargeable and available on a first-come-first-served basis.
Opening times vary and can be checked here.
In 2004 more than £4.5 million was spent on improving Pavilion Gardens, restoring their Victorian heritage and providing the superb facilities and beautiful surroundings that you can enjoy today. The gardens are vibrant with an enviable collection of trees, shrubs and pretty flowers, providing a haven for wildlife, and they’re free for everyone to enjoy. The stunning Pavilion Gardens are complemented by tranquil streams, a fabulous boating lake and a Victorian Bandstand, which takes centre stage, hosting a variety of brass bands and events throughout the year, providing a joyous atmosphere within the park.
Children of all ages will love a day at Pavilion Gardens! There are great open spaces for children to play, which also provide the perfect place for a lovely picnic in the Derbyshire fresh air. There are also numerous playgrounds and attractions for all ages to enjoy, some of which are open all year round:
If all those fun activities weren’t enough, Pavilion Gardens hosts over 100 events throughout the year! Some are hosted in the gardens themselves, some take centre stage on the Victorian bandstand, and some are housed in the magnificent Octagon Hall.
There’s a huge range of events for everyone to enjoy from outdoor markets, performances from local brass bands, artist & designer fairs, antiques fairs, afternoon dancing, and the most wonderful summer fetes, carnivals, and Christmas bazaars! Admission fees to the events are very reasonably priced, and many of them are free!
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To find out more and check out the dates, visit the events page here.
There are many places to enjoy a refreshing drink or a bite to eat at Pavilion Gardens, ranging from a quick snack to a tasty meal. Each of the eateries offer a variety of dishes to suit all appetites, tastes and diets, including children’s menus, little plates, vegetarian and vegan options, all freshly prepared by expert chefs.
Pavilion Gardens has a fabulous little shopping area – Gallery in the Gardens. Here you’ll find 45 superb stalls with goods from local, talented artisans and makers, including artists, photographers, jewellers, designers, and much more. Seasonal gifts are available throughout the year as well as goods from the Buxton Brewery Shop and Bar.
Could you picture a more idyllic wedding or celebration venue? With stunning Victorian gardens, a beautiful bandstand and the magnificent Octagon Hall, Pavilion Gardens makes for the most exceptional wedding venue! Whether you’re looking for small and intimate or grand and spectacular, Pavilion Gardens could be the place for you!
Pavilion Gardens has a Civil Wedding Licence, enabling them to host civil ceremonies and weddings in three fabulous settings:
There are two venues at Pavilion Gardens to continue your celebrations or to hire for private functions such as birthday parties and christenings, with a wide selection of catering options, from wedding breakfasts and drinks packages to more relaxed afternoon teas and buffets.
The expert team at Pavilion Gardens are on hand from day one to ensure that your day is just as you’d dreamed of, and can provide suggestions such as a ride for the wedding party on the Miniature Railway, and the use of the lovely ice cream cart that guests are sure to enjoy!
Pavilion Gardens in Buxton is a fabulous place, where you’re sure to enjoy a great day out at any time of the year!
For more information, please contact Pavilion Gardens who will be delighted to help.