The 2008 Festival:

9 - 27 July


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For more information contact the Tourist Information Centre on 01298 25106 or at www.visitpeakdistrict.com

 

 

BEST WESTERN LEE WOOD HOTEL

The Park, Buxton   

t: 01298-23002              

e: sales@leewoodhotel.co.uk   

www.leewoodhotel.co.uk

Dine informally in our Brasserie, offering extensive bistro style choices, great quality and excellent value as our experienced chefs create fresh dishes for you.  Or the light and airy conservatory Garden Restaurant has a reputation for excellent cuisine and service with both à la carte and table d’hôte menus.  Sunday lunch specials for Festival bookers.

 

COLUMBINE RESTAURANT

7 Hall Bank, Buxton

t: 01298-78752 

e: columbine1@btinternet.com 

www.buxtononline.net/columbine

GOOD FOOD GUIDE RECOMMENDED 2008.  A small independent restaurant in three rooms over two floors – 1 ground, 2 cellar – we use fresh produce, local where possible, prepared and cooked to order.  Pre- and post-theatre suppers available by reservation.

 

THE CAFÉ @ THE GREEN PAVILION              

4 Terrace Road, Buxton

t: 01298-77480

A stylish, fully licensed, café adjacent to the highly acclaimed Green Pavilion florists.  Friendly relaxed atmosphere.  Fresh food cooked daily.  Enjoy lunch, brunch or a light snack made from wonderful local produce.  Regional winner of local food heroes award 2006-2007. 

 

FIRENZE

3 Eagle Parade, Buxton

t: 01298-72203

Excellent Italian pizzas, pastas and daily specials.  Reasonably priced.  Gets busy during Festival, so booking recommended.  Happy hour 5.30-7pm everyday.  Take-away pizza also available. 

 

GROVE RESTAURANT

The Grove Parade, Buxton

t: 01298-23804

Open lunchtimes and evenings, we are s 2 minute stroll from the Opera House.  Just right after a leisurely pre-theatre dinner.  Our a la carte menu is inspired.  Come and join us and taste one of the imaginative dishes our chefs have created.

Pre-booking advised.

 

KWEI LIN CHINESE RESTAURANT

1 Lower Hardwick Street, Buxton

t: 01298-77822  or  01298-22611

Kwei Lin Chinese Restaurant has been open since 1994. A wide and varied vegetarian menu is available.  Children and families are always welcome.  Open from 5pm (closed on Tuesdays).  Service and quality is our motto.

 

NO. 6 THE SQUARE TEAROOMS                     

t: 01298-213541

e: louise@no6tearooms.co.uk

www.no6tearooms.co.uk

Traditional English Tearooms situated opposite Opera House.  Special Festival fare – pre-Opera with Champagne.  Booking advisable.  Open 10am-7pm. Festival fare available 5.30–7pm.

 

OLD HALL HOTEL

The Square, Buxton

t: 01298-22841              

e: info@oldhallhotelbuxton.co.uk

www.oldhallhotelbuxton.co.uk

Old Hall Hotel and Wine Bar across the leafy square from the Opera House – the perfect venue for pre- and post-theatre meals.

Restaurant open 5.30-11pm. Wine Bar open all day from 10am.  Last orders 11pm for food.

 

PAVILION GARDENS               

St John’s Road, Buxton

t: 01298-23114              

e: paviliongardens@highpeak.gov.uk

The magnificent Pavilion Gardens sits next door to the Opera House and offers excellent food throughout the day in its ARTCAFE, restaurant and café bar.  An exciting pre-show menu is available every evening during the Festival; table reservation in recommended.

 

PIZZA EXPRESS

Cavendish Arcade, Buxton

t: 01298-24922   

www.pizzaexpress.com

Pizza Express proudly supports Buxton Festival and Fringe.  Conveniently situated in Cavendish Arcade, we serve authentic Italian food in pleasant surroundings.  All bookings welcome.  Large parties catered for.

 

PORTLAND HOTEL                 

32 St John’s Road, Buxton

t: 01298-22462 

e: portland.hotel@btinternet.com

www.portlandhotelbuxton.net

The Portland Hotel is located 150 yards from the Opera House.  Pre-theatre dinners are available each evening during the Festival with an opportunity to return after the performance to enjoy dessert and coffee.

Car parking available.

 

SOLOMON’S BISTRO              

47 High Street, Buxton

t: 01298-72555

www.solomonsbistro.co.uk

Approximately 200 metres from the Market Place, near the London Road traffic lights.  A 10 minute stroll to the Opera House!  Varied menu of locally sourced home-cooked foods and a full vegetarian menu. During the Festival we are open 7 days, noon – late. Pre- and post-theatre meals (pre-booking advised). 

 

THE PLACE                             

9-11 Market Street, Buxton, SK17 6JY

t: 01298-214565

e: eatstay@theplacebuxton.orangehome.co.uk

www.theplacebuxton.co.uk

Buxton’s newest restaurant and café bar is The Place to be! Enjoy our contemporary food made with local, ethical produce in a friendly relaxed atmosphere.  10% discount for pre-theatre diners on production of their ticket.

Reservations recommended. 

Period furnished en-suite accommodation available.

PROJECT X
The Old Court House, George Street, Buxton
t: 01298-77079
Café bar and restaurant serving coffee and food for the discerning.
Proud to support Buxton Festival.

THE DOME FINE DINING RESTAURANT
Devonshire Campus, Devonshire Road, Buxton
t: 01298-28345
Enjoy a pre-theatre dinner in the stunning surroundings of the
Dome Fine Dining Restaurant at the University of Derby Buxton.

 

SIMPLY THAI
2 – 3 Cavendish Circus, Buxton SK17 6AT
t: 01298 24471
e: simplythai@mac.com

www.simplythai.info

Simply Thai Restaurant is proud to support Buxton Festival. Our aim is to bring you an authentic taste of Thailand in Thai-inspired surroundings along with the famous Thai hospitality by our charming and attentive staff. Our chefs have many years of professional service in some of the finest hotels in Thailand, and many of our ingredients, fresh herbs and spices are brought in on a weekly basis from Thailand to ensure authenticity. Why not visit us for a delicious pre-theatre meal or try our tasty express lunch; the perfect choice for busy Festival audiences?

 

BELTANE CAFÉ BAR
8a Hall Bank, Buxton
Tel: 01298 26010
Email: contact@beltanebar.co.uk
www.beltanebar.co.uk
Come and enjoy the atmosphere, great coffees, freshly prepared food and excellent beers and wines.

2008 Good Beer Guide listed.
Live music Thursday.
Student discounts.
Daily specials.
Child friendly.
Table Bookings.
Free fast WiFi.
Private bookings
Senior Citizens Club.

 

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