Buxton is a spa town in Derbyshire, England. Located close to the county boundary with Cheshire to the west and Staffordshire to the south, Buxton is described as "the gateway to the Peak District National Park". A municipal borough until 1974, Buxton was then merged with other localities including Glossop, lying primarily to the north, to form the local government district and borough of High Peak within the county of Derbyshire.
Built on the River Wye, and overlooked by Axe Edge Moor, Buxton has a long history as a spa town due to its geothermal spring which rises at a constant temperature of 28 °C. The source of the spring is behind Eagle Parade and piped to St Ann's Well (often mistaken for the source) opposite The Crescent near the town centre.Each summer the wells are decorated according to the local tradition of well dressing.
The Well Dressing weekend has developed to become something of a town carnival, including live music and funfair.Initially developed by the Romans around AD 78, the settlement was known as Aquae Arnemetiae (or the spa of the goddess of the grove), although little evidence remains to be seen today. The town largely grew in importance in the late 18th century when it was developed by the Dukes of Devonshire, with a second resurgence a century later as the Victorians were drawn to the reputed healing properties of the waters.
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Local Attractions :
Pooles Cavern and Country Park : http://www.poolescavern.co.uk/
Pump Room & Spa : http://www.buxtoncrescent.co.uk/news/latest/once-again-the-osborne-group-plays-leading-role-for-shakespeare-in-the-dome..html
Buxton Museum and Art Gallery :http://www.buxtononline.net/Buxton-Online98/Buxton-Online-Derbyshire-Peak-District-Community98/buxton-art.htm
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