Welcome to Tunstead

Tunstead is a small village located in the Derbyshire Dales district of Derbyshire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Wye and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque scenery and is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

The village of Tunstead has a rich history that dates back to the Roman times. The village was once a thriving market town and was an important center for the lead mining industry. Today, the village is a quiet and peaceful place, with a population of just over 100 people. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. John the Baptist Church, which is a Grade II listed building.

Tunstead is a great place to visit for those who enjoy outdoor activities. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. The nearby Monsal Trail is a popular walking and cycling route that runs for 8.5 miles through the Peak District National Park. The trail follows the route of a former railway line and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Overall, Tunstead is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the history and natural beauty of the Derbyshire Dales.

Local Weather

Moderate rain

Temp: 10.2°C

Feels Like: 6.5°C

Wind: 21.9 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Peak Dale Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms James Handley	School Road Peak Dale Buxton Derbyshire SK17 8AJ 0 129822695 School Website
Fairfield Endowed C Of E C Junior School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Ms Jayne Mercer	Boarstone Lane Fairfield Buxton Derbyshire SK17 7NA 0 129822551 School Website
Fairfield Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Allin	Bench Road Fairfield Buxton Derbyshire SK17 7PQ 0 129822441 School Website
St Anne's Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julia Wiggins	Lightwood Road Buxton Derbyshire SK17 7AN 129823589 School Website
Buxton Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Jude Boyd	Hardwick Square Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6QB 0 129822499 School Website
St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr David Redfern	Palace Fields Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6AF 129823167 School Website
The Meadows Other Independent Special School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Ms Rachel Dowle	Country Care, The Meadows Beech Lane Dove Holes Derbyshire SK17 8DJ 1298814000
Dove Holes C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs James Handley	Hallsteads Dove Holes Buxton Derbyshire SK17 8BJ 01298812808 School Website
Buxton And Leek College Miscellaneous Head Teacher Mr Len Tildsley	Devonshire Road Buxton SK17 6RY 8000740099
Buxton Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Ros Carter	Mosley Road Buxton Derbyshire SK17 9DR 0 129822156 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Buxton Station Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6AQ 2.58 Miles

Dove Holes Station Road, Dove Holes, Derbyshire, SK17 8DJ 2.79 Miles

Chapel-En-Le-Frith Long Lane, Chapel-En-Le-Frith, Derbyshire, SK23 0XT 4.42 Miles

Chinley Station Road, Chinley, Derbyshire, SK23 6AR 6.47 Miles

Edale Station Road, Edale, Derbyshire, S33 7ZN 7.05 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Holmes Hire Taxis 01298 22968 84 Queens Road, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 7ER 2.11 Miles
County Cars 01298 22866 21 Dakin Av, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 7EE 2.23 Miles
A1 Airport Transfers And Taxis 01298 77117 12 Woodside, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6PW 2.50 Miles
A Cabs Buxton Ltd 01298 70423 41A Spring Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6BJ 2.68 Miles
A 2 Z Cars 01298 424001 22 Heath Gr, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 9HH 2.71 Miles
Allied Taxis 01298 72123 28 Hardwick Street, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6DH 2.76 Miles
Elegant Cars Of Buxton 07516 429553 14 Spring Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6DE 2.76 Miles
Petes Taxi 01298 25010 1 New Market Street, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6LP 2.79 Miles
Buxton Radio Taxis 01298 23457 10 Concert Place, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 6EE 2.86 Miles
B N And G Taxis 01298 812511 7 Hallsteads, Buxton, Derbyshire, SK17 8BL 2.88 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Hargate D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Blackwell Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Victoria Park Road Dd Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fairfield Common Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
New High Street D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Milnbank Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wheston Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Buxton Gpwsi Service 01298 23298	Buxton Gpwsi Service Queens Ct Ctr,Queens Rd Buxton Derbyshire SK17 7ES
Stewart Medical Centre 01298 22338	The Stewart Medical Ctr 15 Hartington Road Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6JP
Elmwood Medical Centre 01298 23019	Elmwood Medical Centre 7 Burlington Road Buxton Derbyshire SK17 9AY
Buxton Medical Practice 01298 24105	Buxton Medical Practice 2 Temple Road Buxton SK17 9BZ
Buxton Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	2 Temple Road Buxton SK17 9BZ

Local Stores

Tideswell
Commercial Road
Tideswell
Buxton
Derbyshire
SK17 8NU
01298 871205
Store Website
3.20 miles

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SPAR - Hope
6 Castleton Road
Hope
S33 6RD
01433 623183
Store Website
7.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Overdale Veterinary Centre
T/A The Overdale Veterinary Centre New Market Street Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6LP 01298 23499 enquiries@derbyshire-vets.co.uk Website 2.77 miles
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Animals Treated
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Vetcare @ Home
3 Scarsdale Place Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6EE 01773 302220 info@vetcarehome.co.uk Website 2.81 miles

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Medivet Buxton
8 Market Place Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6EB 01298 74252 buxton@medivet.co.uk Website 2.82 miles
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Victoria Vets
Thornbrook Road Chapel-En-Le-Frith High Peak Derbyshire SK23 0LX 01298 812066 enquiries@victoriavets.co.uk Website 4.78 miles
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Overdale Vets T/A Overdale Veterinary Centre
Marsh Farm Castleton Road Hope Hope Valley Derbyshire S33 6RZ 01298 23499 enquiries@overdalevets.co.uk Website 6.86 miles
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Animals Treated
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24 hour emergency service & extended opening hours at our Buxton Practice
Tue	closed	closed
24 hour emergency service & extended opening hours at our Buxton Practice
Wed	14:30	16:30
24 hour emergency service & extended opening hours at our Buxton Practice
Thu	closed	closed
24 hour emergency service & extended opening hours at our Buxton Practice
Fri	14:30	16:30
24 hour emergency service & extended opening hours at our Buxton Practice
Sat	closed	closed
24 hour emergency service & extended opening hours at our Buxton Practice
Sun	closed	closed
24 hour emergency service & extended opening hours at our Buxton Practice

Knox &Amp; Devlin Veterinary Surgeons
10 Bridge Street Whaley Bridge High Peak Derbyshire SK23 7LR 01663 732692 info.knoxdevlin@cvsvets.com Website 7.17 miles
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Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

The Monsal Trail
The Route Follows The Monsal Trail, A Disused Railway Line That Has Been Converted Into A Cycling, Horse Riding And Walking Trail. The Route Veers Off The Monsal Trail To Meander Through The Wye Valley Next To The River. To Give Your Dog The Opportunity Of A Paddle. The Path Also Passes Along Some Limestone Stepping Stones. SK17 8SN 2.48 miles From Buxton Follow The A6 Towards Bakewell. Turn Left Down The B6049 Following Signs For Tideswell And The Monsal Trail. As You Enter Millers Dale, Turn Left Toways Wormhill Still Following Signs For The Monsal Trail. The Road Assends And Passes Under Two Bridges, The Car Park Is Then On Your Left.

Monks Dale
The Route Follows The Monk's Dale Dry Gorge Near Buxton. The Valley Is Dry Over The Summer But There Is A Winterbourne Stream Which Runs Into The River Wye. For Some Larger Dog Breeds This Can Be Linear Walk; The Wall Gaps Towards The Halfway Mark Get Quite Narrow. You Can Also Readily Join The Monsal Trail From The Carpark Of This Walk. SK17 8SN 2.48 miles From Buxton Follow The A6 Towards Bakewell. Turn Left Down The B6049 Following Signs For Tideswell And The Monsal Trail. As You Enter Millers Dale, Turn Left Toways Wormhill Still Following Signs For The Monsal Trail. The Road Assends And Passes Under Two Bridges, The Carpark Is Then On Your Left.

Monsal Trail
The Monsal Trail Follows The Path Of The Former Midland Railway From Blackwell Mill Cottages To Coombs Viaduct, About 1Km Past The Former Bakewell Station - A Distance Of About 20Km. For The Most Part The Trail Follows The Path Of The River Wye, Which Means It Offers Some Spectacular Scenery. You Can Get Onto The Trail At Several Points. It Is A Tarmacked Wide Path And Goes Through Several Tunnels. The Route Is Shared By Walkers, Cyclists And Horse Riders So It Is Best To Keep Your Dogs On Lead. Monsal Trail Buxton SK17 9UQ 4.81 miles

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Wildmoorstone Valley
This Walk, Through The Wildmoorstone Valley, Includes Part Of The Old Cromford & High Peak Railway Line. The Walk Follows The Old Track Bed To The Now Closed Burbage Tunnel. The Return Part Of The Walk Will Take You Down Into The Valley. SK17 6GJ 5.35 miles From Buxton, Take The A5004 North Toward Errwood Reservoir. On The A5004 You Will Pass A Sign Showing A Road To The Left Toward Goyt Valley. Take This Road, Over The Cattle Grid. The Car Park Is Located Off The Left Of This Road, Beside A Body Of Water.

Mam Tor
My Boys Lovecoming Up Here For A Run. Be Prepared For A Bracing Wind At The Monument, It's Worth It Though As The Views Are Breathtaking. Winnats Rd 5.57 miles

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Monsal Dale
The Route Follows The River Wye Passing Under The Headstone Viaduct And Giving Excellent Views Of The Weir. DE45 1QS 5.63 miles Take The A6 From Bakewell. After About 2.6 Miles, You Will See The Car Park On Your Right. It Is Well Sign-Posted.

Weather Forecast

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