Welcome to Tideswell, Derbyshire

Tideswell is a large, ancient village situated in Derbyshire and in the very heart of the Peak District. It is 6 miles east of Buxton and about the same number of miles west of Bakewell.

Tideswell dates back earlier than Roman times and at Doomsday it was part of the enormous parish of Hope. In 1207 it was granted to Thomas Armiger and in 1251 a market charter was given to the village. Tideswell became a thriving market town selling local produce and it held 5 important fairs a year. The village also became a principle market for wool and lead and rapidly grew in prosperity and size.

Today in Tideswell you can still sample local cuisine and ales and the village is still noted for its annual well dressing. It is one of the prettiest villages in the peak district and famous for its warm reception to visitors.

The main feature of the village is the magnificent 14th Century church (called the cathedral of the peak). Incredibly no major external alterations have been made to the church since 1400 and it looks little different today than it did 600 years ago. It’s a must see venue for all visitors to the peak district – let alone
those who stay and visit Tideswell.

Tideswell now offers a superb central location to explore the majestic peak district.The village is small enough to experience that ‘local very friendly atmosphere’ but large enough to provide an infrastructure comprising of shops, pubs, post office, chemist and other ‘essentialeveryday needs’.

 

Walking – Leave the Car and Walk!

 

Tidedswell is located at the very heart of the Peak District and as a result you can walk straight out of the front door from Markeygate Cottages into the countryside.

Tideswell Dale is just 1 mile away which can lead you to Millers Dale and the spectacular Litton Mill.
Other walks can take you to Cressbrook and the world famous Monsal Head (where a pint of beer and fabulous food awaits you!)
There are many other walks you can enjoy from your base at Tideswell – if in doubt just ask us and we will send you off in the right direction!

 

Tideswell Amenities

Tideswell boasts 3 pubs, 1 café, 2 fish and chip shops, a delightful bakery (home made breads, pies, etc), small supermarket (open every night until 9pm), post office, chemist, family butchers and a range of other shops.

At Markeygate Cottages you are situated in the centre of the Village. With a very private courtyard you have your own space but can walk into the village in seconds.

 

Tideswell Well Dressing

Tidedswell is very well recognised for its annual well dressing. This is an ancient custom of decorating the village wells with flower petals to give thanks for water and life. The well dressing in the Village takes place in June with the whole week of celebration. This carnival is the highlight of the week when the whole village seems to dress up – well worth a visit at this time.