Saturday 25th June to Sunday 3rd July 2022
The Bakewell Carnival is a very poplular event and draws huge crowds, both local and those visiting the amazing Bakewell and the beautiful Derbyshire Dales.
Across the week there are fun events for all the family. The Carnival itself will take place on 2nd July 2022 at 3pm. The doors of the many pubs, cafes and restaurants, will be flung open and if the weather’s good expect the pubs to be spilling out on to the roads. If you’re looking for a jovial and party atmosphere this is the place to be.
Events across the week include a treasure hunt on Sunday 26th, Carnival Darts on the 27th, Carnival Football (including fancy dress) provided by Bakewell Town Football Club on the 29th.
And don’t forget, there’s plenty of interesting and quirky shops, both independent and high street brands, to explore.
International Day of Dance Bakewell: Saturday 25th June 2022
After two years of being away this colourful, musical and creative event will be filling the streets of Bakewell on the 25th June 2022.
The International Day of Dance happens on the first Saturday of the Bakewell Carnival Week.
You will be treated to a display of dancing from over 20 dance groups. Performances will involve a variety of dance styles from Belly Dancing to Ballroom dancing and also traditinal Morris dancing.
Why not choose to stay with us
Looking for somewhere to stay near Bakewell? Then you won’t be disappointed with one of our cottages situated in beautiful Darley Dale Valley. Our cottages are approximately 5 miles from Bakewell and less than 3 miles from up and coming Matlock.
For the carnival itself there’s plenty of parking by the Agricultural Business Centre in Bakewell. Bakewell is just a 12 minute car drive, or if you want to leave the car, why not hop on the Transpeak bus, which will take you down the A6 into the heart of Bakewell.
If you’re looking for a short break in the Peak District then you might like to consider staying two bedroom cottage, Brookside Retreat. Brookside Retreat is a two bedroom self catering cottage near Bakewell in the Peak District.
Or if you need something slightly bigger then we have Two Owls Lodge. A beautiful cottage set in acres of ground with beautiful views along the Derbyshire Dales Valley towards Riber Castle. Click here to view Two Owls Holiday Holiday Lodge near Bakewell in Derbyshire sleeps up to three.
Finally, if you have a large party (10+) then we have the fantastic Escape, a 5 bedroom holiday cottage in Derbyshire with hot tub and pool table. The Escape has two double rooms, and two twin rooms (one with ground floor access). There’s also a room with a bunkbed. It also has a large living room, kitchen and dining area. The Escape is ideal for a large group with it’s very own covered hot tub and a games room which has an additional room for sleeping. This is a great venue if you have a big occasion to celebrate and you won’t be disappointed.