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YOU'LL BE SURPRISED AT WHAT
YOU MIGHT FIND IN ASHBOURNE...

Ashbourne c.1050: where paths cross, and people have gathered for a thousand
years


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DISCOVER ASHBOURNE

Ashbourne is a unique place to live and a special town to visit. Experience the
shops and cafes, the ancient history and stunning architecture, all set amid
outstanding countryside on the edge of the Peak District. With an abundance of
local amenities as well as its proximity to exceptional visitor attractions,
Ashbourne has a lot to offer residents and visitors alike – why not come and
experience it for yourself?



HOW TO REACH ASHBOURNE

Ashbourne is situated in the Derbyshire Dales, near the centre of England,
nestled in beautiful countryside on the southern edge of the Peak District
National Park. It is close to a multitude of amenities and tourist destinations
and has easy access to transport links.

The simplest way to get to Ashbourne is by car.  The nearest major city is Derby
just twenty-five minutes away, whilst Stoke-on-Trent, Sheffield and Nottingham
are all around one hour’s drive.  

The closest railway station is Derby, which has connections to most of the UK,
including frequent direct services to London and Edinburgh.  Uttoxeter station
connects to Crewe and Derby whilst Buxton station connects to Manchester and
Sheffield.  

There are good bus links to Ashbourne from Derby, Uttoxeter, Buxton and Matlock
as well as less frequent services from some of the surrounding villages.  See
our community pages for more informationon buses.



WHERE TO FIND ASHBOURNE

Ashbourne is situated in the Derbyshire Dales, near the centre of England,
nestled in beautiful countryside on the edge of the Peak District.  It is close
to a multitude of amenities and tourist destinations and has easy access to
transport links.

Learn more


SHOPPING IN ASHBOURNE

Ashbourne has a thriving independent retail community with traditional butchers,
bakers, greengrocers and hardware stores alongside high end boutiques, bespoke
jewellers, galleries, antique shops and gift shops to name just a few. The
cobbled market place forms a bustling, historic centre to the town and is
surrounded by a latticework of streets that entice you to explore.

Ashbourne is especially renowned for antiques with a row of shops nestling
amongst the grade-1 listed buildings on Church Street.  The shop windows are
something to behold, including one usually drawing crowds with a carefully
curated display of vintage motorcycles.

Ashbourne is also destination shopping for lovers of designer fashion and
bespoke jewellery with a surprisingly large selection of high-end shops for such
a small town.  Mid-price and vintage shops are mixed in with the boutiques so
there really is something for every taste and every budget.


SHOPPING IN ASHBOURNE

Ashbourne has a thriving independent retail community with traditional butchers,
bakers, greengrocers and hardware stores alongside high end boutiques, bespoke
jewellers, galleries, antique shops and gift shops. The cobbled market place
forms a bustling, historic centre to the town and is surrounded by a latticework
of streets that entice you to explore.

Learn more


ASHBOURNE SPORTS & ACTIVITIES

Ashbourne attracts residents who like the outdoor life and there are sporting
clubs and societies to suit most interests as well as a multitude of activities
for older or less active residents.

Sporting clubs and facilities range from running to football to cycling to
fencing, several gyms, a leisure centre with facilities for squash,badminton and
swimming pool, golf and tennis. Hobby/interest clubs include a U3A, WI, camera
club and arts groups.  There is something for everyone.  

The annual Arts Festival now hosts more than 40 events and exhibitions across
many genres.  There is live music most weekends and a new community cinema has
proved a roaring success. Other keynote events include the Ashbourne Show, a
triathlon, a marathon and half marathon, a soap box race, a Christmas lantern
parade, a fireworks display and much more.  



ASHBOURNE SPORT & ACTIVITIES

Ashbourne attracts residents who like the outdoor life. There are sporting clubs
to suit most interests as well as a multitude of activities & societies for
older or less active residents.

Learn more


ASHBOURNE'S HISTORY & ARCHITECTURE

Ashbourne's medieval architecture of yards and alleyways, fine Georgian houses,
the old Elizabethan grammar school with its splendid Grade I listed facade, the
almshouses and St Oswalds Church all combine to make Ashbourne a notable
destination for lovers of architectural history.

There are more than a hundred listed buildings and structures in the town centre
and it is well worthwhile setting aside a few hours to explore.

The church is one of Derbyshire’s treasures, named after the Anglo Saxon Saint
Oswald, with parts of the building dating back to the 1200s. The magnificent
212ft spire was built in the 14th century and dominates the town’s skyline. 

The charming cobbled market place dates back to early medieval times. The
building now hosting fish& chip shop has been there since the 1420s and several
others are known to herald from that same century.

Thetimber-framed gingerbread shop - now a cafe and bakery - can be seen in St
JohnStreet where the Original Ashbourne Gingerbread can still be bought.


ASHBOURNE'S HISTORY & ARCHITECTURE

Ashbourne's medieval architecture of yards and alleyways, fine Georgian houses,
the old Elizabethan grammar school with its splendid Grade I listed facade, the
almshouses and St Oswalds Church all combine to make Ashbourne a notable
destination for lovers of architectural history.

Learn more


ASHBOURNE'S VIBRANT CAFE SCENE

Add together the many cafes in central Ashbourne, plus a few more on the outer
edges of town plus the many bars that also serve coffee and nibbles, and you
could visit a different establishment every day of the month They vary from
quiet & intimate to loud & bustling, and from bacon butty to designer brunch,so
there are options to suit every mood and taste.  

As well as cafes, Ashbourne has an ever-increasing selection of boutique bars,
set up by passionate owners to serve craft beer, real ale, fine wines and
cocktails. For the traditionalist there are sports bars offering big screen
viewing as well as darts and dominoes.

Other dining options range from pub-grub to gastropub to Thai & Indian.  Plus
all the normal takeaway options that you would expect from a town this size. And
of course pretty much everywhere now caters for the vegan, vegetarian and
gluten-free diets.   Covid has prompted many establishments to open outside
seating, so weather permitting, it is easy to enjoy eating outdoors in
Ashbourne.


ASHBOURNE'S VIBRANT CAFE SCENE

Take the cafes in central Ashbourne, add in those a bit further out, mix in the
many bars that also serve coffee and nibbles, and you are set to sample
somewhere different, every day of the month.

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ASHBOURNE'S COMMUNITY

Ashbourne has grown significantly this century with new housing, investment by
business & industry and a developing infrastructure. It is a friendly and
welcoming town,with great schools, plenty of job opportunities and a caring
community.  

The secondary school is Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, founded in 1585, and
whilst once a traditional grammar school it is now an academy open to all and is
consistently rated as “outstanding” by Ofsted.  

The town has a thriving retail and service sector that has largely survived the
attritions of covid.  The airfield industrial estate is expanding which will
have a hugely beneficial economic impact on the town.  Thousands of new houses
have been added since the millennium and house prices remain consistently above
the regional average.

Many residents give up their precious time for the community and the voluntary
sector includes transport, litter picking, rotary, scouts &guides amongst many.
 The new pavilion for the recreation grounds has been entirely project-managed
by volunteers.  


ASHBOURNE'S COMMUNITY

Ashbourne has grown significantly this century with new housing and investment
by business & industry. It is a friendly and welcoming town, with great schools,
plenty of job opportunities and a caring community.

Learn more


WE'RE NEW

www.discoverashbourne.com is an exciting new website, launched November 2021
with a vision and mission to showcase everything of interest in Ashbourne. Work
is ongoing to improve the site so please keep visiting to see how we are getting
on.




AROUND AND ABOUT....


THE TISSINGTON TRAIL

Ashbourne is the home of The Tissington Trail, one of the best traffic-free
routes for cyclists in England.

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MORE TO SEE IN ASHBOURNE

Our guide to monuments, public spaces, architectural gems and other features of
note within Ashbourne.

coming soon


NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

Our suggestions for places to visit by car, perhaps by bicycle or even on foot,
all within ten miles of Ashbourne.

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DISCOVER ASHBOURNE'S
DIRECTORY

Discover everything from shops and businesses to car parks and postbox
locations;
our directory has it all.
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Are you in the directory? Is your listing correct? Contact us if anything needs
changing.


SPRINGTIME IN ASHBOURNE

The fields are twinkling with yellow, the sky is full of dandelion fluff and the
woods are carpeted with bluebells - it has to be spring.....



BUY AN ASHBOURNE BAG

We have produced an eco-friendly shopping bag which proudly champions and
promotes Ashbourne and is available to buy in the town centre. They are sourced
from a local Ashbourne supplier.

BAG Stockists


SPRING FLOWERS

Ashbourne verges are full of flowers.  Have you heard about "no-mow May"?

No Mow may


SHOP LOCAL AND SUPPORT YOUR TOWN

“We didn’t know how much we relied on our high street – until we didn’t have
one. Lockdowns made us realise how much we need our local high streets…”

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ASHBOURNE ON INSTAGRAM

We have a unique and diverse town centre, home to one-off shops and many
independent, family run businesses. Discover what the town has to offer, support
our local businesses and help keep our town alive!

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DISCOVER WHAT'S ON IN ASHBOURNE

Whether you live in Ashbourne or are a visitor, our what's on page is the best
place
to find out everything that's happening in and around Ashbourne.
#DISCOVERASHBOURNEWhat's on and events
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COMMUNITY PAGES

The community pages will help to coordinate, communicate and showcase the work
and activities of Ashbourne's many community and voluntary groups.   Join in and
make a difference.


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WHAT'S ON

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so we can promote it for you.

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REBRANDING

We have created a new and individual brand identity for Ashbourne, inspired by
an ancient Saxon symbol and our heritage as an historic market town with a rich
and diverse past where paths cross and people gather.

About Us
Enjoy a leisurely shop with
Free parking
This december
After 2pm
In council car parks


ALFRESCO LIFE IN ASHBOURNE

Many restaurants, cafes, bars and pubs in Ashbourne have opened up their doors
and created special outdoor spaces for you to enjoy. Find them by searching on
"outside" in the directory.

Directory


THE HISTORY OF ASHBOURNE

Ashbourne is rich in history, with one of the finest streets of Georgian
buildings in Derbyshire. The cobbled market place, hidden alleys and yards, make
Ashbourne a delight to explore. With an abundance of places to visit in the town
and beautiful surrounding countryside there is something for everyone.

Learn more


OPENING SOON AND AVAILABLE

To see vacant premises that are available now, search our directory using
"available".  To see exciting new ventures that will be coming soon, search on
“opening”.  

Directory


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Thank you to all the businesses, key workers, and residents who are making
Ashbourne the wonderful place it is to live, work and play. We really appreciate
you all! Continue to connect with us on Instagram…


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