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| ) Bakewell Old House Museum exterior The building is a typical yeoman's house of the 16th century and belonged originally to the Dean and Chapter of Lichfield. At one time it was leased in 1777 by Richard Arkwright to house workers for the mill he built in the town. By 1935 the house was in a state of disrepair and was due to be demolished when it was saved by the Bakewell and District Historical Society and restored. The exterior is of local sandstone but the interior walls are of wattle and daub. | |||
| How to get there By Road: the museum is close to the centre of Bakewell, which lies on the A6 Derby-Manchester road between Matlock and Buxton. Parking in the centre of Bakewell can often be problematic. By Bus: the Trans-Peak bus from Derby to Manchester goes through the town. The X18 and 240 buses from Sheffield and the 170 bus from Chesterfield also go to Bakewell. | ||||
| When is it open? The museum is open April to October 11.00am - 4.00pm | ||||
| What does it cost? Admission costs £3.00 for adults and £1.00 for children. Under 5s free Prices and opening times are shown as a guideline only and may vary. | ||||
| Website: http://www.24hourmuseum.org.uk/museum_gfx_en/EM000014.html | ||||
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