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Discover Peak District Spa Towns

The Peak District is home to some of England’s most historic spa towns, where visitors have come for centuries to ‘take the waters’ and enjoy the healing properties of natural mineral springs. These elegant towns offer a perfect blend of history, culture and relaxation.

Use the links below to discover more about each location, and explore the tags to find more villages with similar characteristics.

Buxton

Buxton, the Gateway to the Peak District, is a historic spa town with stunning Georgian and Victorian architecture, the magnificent Opera House, and the famous St Ann’s Well where you can drink the warm spa water.

Matlock

Matlock is a historic spa town on the edge of the Peak District, with a rich Victorian heritage, beautiful parks, and the River Derwent running through it.

Matlock Bath

Matlock Bath is a lively destination in the Derwent Valley, famous for its dramatic limestone gorge, the Heights of Abraham cable car, and its spa heritage.

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Cheshire | Derbyshire | Staffordshire | Yorkshire

For more information about visiting the area, explore the official Peak District National Park visiting guide.