Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Bakewell travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bakewell

With a population of 3 758, Bakewell is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bakewell to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Bakewell

If you’re looking for affordable options, Cavendish Restaurant at Chatsworth (Chatsworth) and Chatsworth Picnics (Chatsworth Estate Trading Ltd) are great picks.

When to visit Bakewell

Bakewell in April
Estimated hotel price
£97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bakewell in April
Estimated hotel price
£97
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Bakewell

Plane

Although Bakewell doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 43 km from Bakewell. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Bakewell departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Bakewell is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 218 km from Bakewell. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Bakewell doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Manchester Airport (UK) (MAN), which is located 43 km from Bakewell. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Bakewell departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Bakewell is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 218 km from Bakewell. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Airports near Bakewell

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Bakewell

Lufthansa
Good (8,150 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,541 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,124 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,449 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,010 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,476 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,259 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,628 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (947 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,015 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,632 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,890 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,361 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,481 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,422 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (421 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,420 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,340 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bakewell

Average rates range from around £134 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £102 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bakewell

Most booked hotels in Bakewell

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The Ashford Arms
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£132+
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The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£155+
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Wheatsheaf, Baslow by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£97+
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The Devonshire Arms Baslow
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£109+
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Castle Inn by Greene King Inns
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£94+
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Hiring a car in Bakewell

Hiring a car in Bakewell costs £30 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Bakewell.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Bakewell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.84 and £23.79.

Hiring a car in Bakewell costs £30 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Bakewell.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Bakewell (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.84 and £23.79.