The Pump Room is free to enter during the day, we have an evening events programme. The lovely Victorian space is availabile to hire in the evenings.
Pump Room Now Open
Assembly Room & Crescent Opens Late 2019
The Buxton Crescent Heritage Experience - Opening Autumn 2019
The new innovative experience will explore The Crescent’s rich history, it’s fascinating characters, the town’s spa heritage and the story of our famous thermal mineral waters.
Buxton Visitor Centre - The Pump Room - Now Open
The town's new Visitor Centre is located opposite The Crescent in the heart of Buxton. We will provide you with inspiration, information and ideas for great experiences in the town, Peak District and high Peak. The Pump Room also offers an insight into our rich spa heritage.
The Assembly Room - opening Autumn 2019
The magnificent Assembly Room in The Crescent will open in Autumn 2019. Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust are planning a varied programme of open days, and events that will celebrate the Georgian and Victorian heritage and the town's spa history. For further information please email: hello@buxtoncrescenttrust.org or phone 01298 38441.
Opening Times
Tuesday – Saturday
Mar – Jun: 09.30am – 4.30pm
Sep – Dec: 10.00am – 4.00pm
Everyday
July – Aug: 09.30am – 4.30pm
Sundays
All year round: 10.30am – 4.00pm
The Pump Room will be open on Mondays during Derbyshire school holidays.
How to find us
The Pump Room, Buxton Visitor Centre and The Crescent are in the centre of Buxton, Derbyshire set in the stunning Peak District National Park. Buxton is within an hours scenic drive of Manchester, Sheffield, Derby, Stoke on Trent and Nottingham.
Address:
The Crescent and The Pump Room The Crescent Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6BH
The Pump Room and Crescent are in the centre of the town
within easy walking distance of other attractions, shopping, bars, restaurants and parking. They are within 10 minutes walk from Buxton Station, Buxton Market Place, Buxton Opera House,The University of Derby Campus and The Springs Shopping Centre.
Parking
Pay and Display Parking bays are by Buxton Opera House. Town Centre Car Parks: Buxton Town Hall Pavilion Gardens The Springs Shopping Centre Parking is free after 6pm Electric car charging is available at The Lee Wood Hotel and The Old Manse Guesthouse at the discretion of the guesthouse/hotel management.
Public Transport
Visiting by Train
Buxton train station is a 5 – 10 minute walk from The Pump Room and Crescent and operates a regular service from Manchester Piccadilly calling at all stations to Buxton. Macclesfield Station is 25 minutes drive away. For more information on available services and any service updates visit the Trainline and Northern Rail websites.
Cycles
There are 24 cycle storage stands at the Buxton Train station. There are also 9 bikes available to hire for just £3.80 per day through Bike and Go.
Visiting by Bus
Buxton is served by bus routes to and from local cities, towns and villages. The main bus stops are located on the market place in Higher Buxton, a five minute walk from The Crescent and Pump Room High Peak Buses operate local bus services from Glossop, Stockport, Ashbourne, Derby, Manchester and Sheffield. The Skyline199 service operates until late 7 days a week, connecting Buxton with Stockport, Hazel Grove, New Mills and Disley. For details of times, fares and maps please see www.highpeakbuses.com.
Derbyshire Bus Timetables are available from:
Accessibility
Visitors with mobility impairments
The Pump Room is accessible by wheelchair and electric scooter. The Buxton Crescent Visitor Experience will be accessible by wheelchair, there is a lift in the Crescent providing access to the Cellar spaces. Accessible Derbyshire have further details and advice on access in the town and county www.accessiblederbyshire.org
Visitors with visual impairments
Assistance dogs are welcome in the Pump Room and Buxton Crescent Heritage Experience. Please contact a member of the Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust team if you have any special requirements.
Email: hello@buxtoncrescenttrust.org
Tel: 01298 38441
Large Print Requirements
Please contact a member of the Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust team if you have any special requirements.
Email: hello@buxtoncrescenttrust.org
Tel: 01298 38441
Hearing Impairments
Induction loops are installed in The Pump Room and will be installed in The Buxton Crescent Heritage Experience. If you have any other questions, or would like to contact us in advance of your visit;
Email: hello@buxtoncrescenttrust.org
Tel: 01298 38441
Family Visits
Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust welcome families. The Pump Room and Buxton Visitor Centre are free to visit during opening hours and will provide inspiration about things to do and experience in the town and area. Families can book for the Buxton Crescent Visitor Experience and events in The Assembly Room in the Crescent from autumn 2019 prior to official opening. For further details on special family events please check our Events page or email the Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust’s Education Development Manager Scott Russell
Group Visits
Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust welcome groups. The Pump Room and Buxton Visitor Centre are free to visit during opening hours and will provide inspiration about things to do and experience in the town and area. Group bookings for the Buxton Crescent Visitor Experience and events in The Assembly Room in the Crescent will be taken from autumn 2019 prior to official opening. Groups are also welcome to attend evening events in The Pump Room. A range of talks about the Crescent, it’s history, characters and the town’s spa history can be booked for your group. To make a booking or discuss your groups requirements please email info@buxtoncrescenttrust.org
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Answers to some common questions
The Crescent Experience, Hotel and Spa will open in Autumn 2019.
Pay and Display Parking bays are located on The Square by Buxton Opera House.
Free Parking is available after 6pm.
Town Centre Car Parks:
- Buxton Town Hall
- Pavilion Gardens
- Spring Gardens Shopping Centre
Due to the busy restoration and fit out schedule, tours are not possible.
The innovative visitor experience located on the ground floor and in cellar spaces of The Crescent will tell the story of this remarkable building, it’s restoration, and fascinating characters. Visitors can also discover more about the town’s spa heritage and famous liquid asset.
Tickets for the Experience can be purchased from our website www.buxtoncrescentexperience.com or from the Buxton Visitor Centre in The Pump Room from summer 2019.
The Trust is a registered charity that has been established to preserve the stunning Crescent buildings and to create and operate an inspiring visitor experience in The Crescent and Visitor Centre in The Pump Room. Their will be a year round programme of events, Friends and volunteer programme. The Trust will be run by people who are passionate about the Crescent, our heritage and the area. For further details on our charitable aims, fundraising and trustees please visit www.buxtoncrescenttrust.org
You could become a Friend of Buxton Crescent Heritage Trust. As a Friend you will receive invitations to special events and offers in The Pump Room and Visitor Experience. Your membership will help us to achieve our aspirational aims.
We also have a volunteer programme, here your time and skills are extremely valuable to the Trust. We have interesting volunteering opportunities including support at a wide range of events in The Pump Room and magnificent Assembly Room, research, fundraising and administration.
Local businesses and Corporations can also benefit from becoming involved with our events programme, fundraising campaigns and sponsorship opportunities.
For further details please email hello@buxtoncrescenttrust.org of phone: 01298 38441
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