Well Dressing in the Peak District

Staying with us this summer? Experience the unique local tradition of Well Dressing

Well Dressing is said to have been brought to the area by the Romans or the Celts and has been practised in the same way it is today since the 1800s. The tradition is kept alive by dedicated groups of volunteers and consists of wells being decorated in designs lovingly crafted by hand, using petals, clay and coffee beans, amongst other items. You can view these stunning displays and experience a slice of authentic local culture from May to September. It’s a great chance to explore some of the Peak Districts’ most picturesque towns and villages.

Here are some of the Well Dressing events coming up this summer

• Endon Well Dressing 26^th May – 28^th May
• Middleton by Youlgrave Well-Dressing 26^th May
• Hayfield Well Dressing 1^st July
• Cutthorpe Well Dressing 13^th July – 21^st July
• Barlow Well Dressing 15^th August – 21^st August
• Holymoorside Well Dressing 23^rd August – 10^th September
• Chesterfield Well Dressing 8^th September – 15^th September

If you haven’t yet booked your stay with us, don’t delay as availability for this summer is already limited! Whether you’re coming as part of a large group, as a family or a couple, we have holiday cottages to cater for all. Aside from Well Dressing, there’ so much to see and do in the Peak District. With some fantastic walking and cycling routes on our doorstep as well as the wonderful, must see stately homes of Chatsworth House and Haddon Hall.

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