The history of Tideswell village

Information on the ancient origins of this Peak District village.

We will feature details of Tideswell residents past and present and the social and industrial development of the village from Roman times, including the building of what is known as 'The Cathedral of the Peak' (St John the Baptist church).


Tideswell Saint John the Baptist

There will be access to the church although scaffolding may be in place in parts of the building. We will provide guides for a walk itinerary. This will include uneven surfaces and some ascents/descents.

Guided walk:
Tideswell History and Transport Links.
The free walk will last about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Morning Walk: 11:00 a.m. ( sign up 10:30-10:55 Max 20 people)
Afternoon walk: 2 :00 p.m. ( sign up 1:30 -1:55 Max 20 people)

Timings & Tours

Saturday 14 September:

10:30am and 1:30pm

Location & directions

St John The Baptist, Commercial Road, Tideswell, Derbyshire, SK17 8NU

Directions:

Located in the centre of Tideswell the church is almost impossible to miss because of the size of the building. Meet outside main church gate opposite CoOp

Contact on day:

Bernard O'Sullivan

Telephone number:

+447831344722

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Please note This event has two elements The guided village Tour part of this event will involve uneven surfaces ascents/decents walking up short hills and may involve steps as well as curbs. The Living history display will be in the church itself, level access through one door.

Additional information

Tideswell Saint John the Baptist There will be access to the church although scaffolding may be in place in parts of the building. We will provide guides for a walk itinerary. This will include uneven surfaces and some ascents/descents. Guided walk: Tideswell History and Transport Links. The free walk will last about 1 hour 15 minutes. Morning Walk: 11:00 a.m. ( sign up 10:30-10:55 Max 20 people) Afternoon walk: 2 :00 p.m. ( sign up 1:30 -1:55 Max 20 people)

Max no of people per tour:

20

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s) 15 minute(s)

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