English Heritage sites near Whaley Bridge Parish

Peveril Castle

PEVERIL CASTLE

9 miles from Whaley Bridge Parish

Founded soon after 1066 by William Peverel, one of William the Conqueror's most trusted knights, Peveril Castle offers breathtaking views of the Peak District from its position high above Castleton.

Arbor Low Stone Circle and Gib Hill Barrow

ARBOR LOW STONE CIRCLE AND GIB HILL BARROW

15 miles from Whaley Bridge Parish

The region's most important prehistoric site, Arbor Low is a Neolithic henge monument atmospherically set in high moorland. A circle of some 50 white limestone slabs within an earthen bank and ditch.

Nine Ladies Stone Circle

NINE LADIES STONE CIRCLE

19 miles from Whaley Bridge Parish

A small early Bronze Age stone circle of (actually) ten stones. Believed to be nine ladies turned to stone as a penalty for dancing on Sunday.

Hob Hurst's House

HOB HURST'S HOUSE

19 miles from Whaley Bridge Parish

A square prehistoric burial mound with an earthwork ditch and outer bank. Named after a local goblin.

Sandbach Crosses

SANDBACH CROSSES

20 miles from Whaley Bridge Parish

The two massive Saxon stone crosses, elaborately carved with animals and Biblical scenes including the Nativity of Christ and the Crucifixion, dominate the cobbled market square of Sandbach.

Croxden Abbey

CROXDEN ABBEY

26 miles from Whaley Bridge Parish

The impressive remains of an abbey of Cistercian 'white monks', including towering fragments of its 13th-century church, infirmary and 14th-century abbot's lodging.


Churches in Whaley Bridge Parish

Holy Trinity Church Whaley Bridge (Parish of Whaley Bridge)

Whaley Bridge High Peak
(01663) 732724
http://www.whaleybridgecofeparish.org/

The Parish of Whaley Bridge is a community of people learning about following Jesus together - there's always more to find out! We are one parish with two worship centres.  Holy Trinity is on the main Buxton Rd in the village, just before you come to the Horwich End crossroads. It has been reordered as a multi use community space.  St James Taxal is a beautiful and well loved ancient church tucked away in the Goyt Valley, just five minutes out of Whaley.Worship takes place at one or another of the churches, and/or online on zoom. We are part of Churches Together in Whaley Bridge, and are delighted to be able to work together with our friends at the Uniting Church, the Good News Church, and Sacred Heart.  We support out two church schools, Taxal and Fernilee and Kettleshulme. 

To find out more about us go to our web site.

St James' Church Taxal (Parish of Whaley Bridge)

Taxal Whaley Bridge
(01663) 732724
http://whaleybridgecofeparish.org

The Parish of Whaley Bridge isa  community of people learning about following Jesus together - there's always more to find out! We are one parish with two worship centres. St James Taxal is a beautiful and well loved ancient church tucked away in the Goyt Valley, just five minutes out of Whaley. Holy Trinity is on the main Buxton Rd in the village, just before you come to the Horwich End crossroads.  It has been reordered as a multi use community space.  Worship takes place at one or another of the churches, and/or online on zoom.  We are part of Churches Together in Whaley Bridge, and are delighted to be able to work together with our friends at the Uniting Church, the Good News Church, and Sacred Heart.



St John's Church

Buxton Road Furness Vale Whaley Bridge
(01663) 635273
http://www.disley-parish.org.uk

We would love to welcome you at any of our services.  9.30am on Sunday mornings

We are a small, friendly evangelical Church where all are welcome, and together we aim to grow in our knowledge of God and in the application of our faith to everyday life. We seek to share Christ with others by word and deed. 

 If you would like to find out more about our church life, enquire about a baptism or wedding, our next Alpha Course, or make other enquiries, please contact the Vicar (01663-762068).

More details are available on our website:  www.disley-parish.org.uk

or our Facebook Page - DisleyParishChurches


Pubs in Whaley Bridge Parish

Cock Pub & Kitchen

22 Buxton Road, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7JE
(01663) 733384

Traditional pub on A6 recently refurbished, good quality food served.
Crossings Inn

Station Road, Furness Vale, SK23 7QS
(01663) 744297

Close to A6 and rail level crossing in centre of Furness Vale. Previously a Robinsons pub and now owned by Inglenook, however Robinson's Unicorn remains the beer on sale.
Dog & Partridge Inn

Off A6, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7PB

Dog & Partridge Inn, Whaley Bridge
Drum & Monkey

62 Chapel Road, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7LB
(01663) 733922

Bought from Robinsons in Spring 2012 and previously called the Board Inn, this pub is now privately owned. Guest beers are from surrounding micro breweries such as Storm, Happy Valley and Wincle. The pub has two rooms with the bar opposite...
Goyt Inn

8 Bridge Street, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7LR
(01663) 732710

Tucked away in the centre of Whaley Bridge and close to the historic Whaley Bridge Canal Basin at the end of the Peak Forest canal, which once was the northern end of the Cromford and High Peak Railway. This end of terrace pub is a true loc...
Jodrell Arms

Market Street, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7PA
None

Large pub next to railway station in centre of the village. Has been awaiting the completion of refurbishment work for several years
Marden Cocktail Lounge

39 Buxton Road, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7HT
07967 361113

The Marden Cocktail Lounge (previously named AT's Wine Bar) is a village friendly bar that is located in the centre of Whaley bridge and is a short walk from the train station, a direct bus route is also available. They have a variety of wi...
Navigation Inn

Johnson Street, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7LU

Navigation Inn, Whaley Bridge
Railway

33-35 Market Street, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7AA
07463 828655

Located in the village centre and close to the railway station. The pub offers 2 rooms off a semi circular bar, one with pool table, the other set for live music.
Shady Oak

Long Hill Road, Fernilee, SK23 7HD
(01663) 309214

Pub situated on 'long hill' with superb views over the Goyt Valley. Two changing beers from Marston's portfolio.
Shepherds Arms

7 Old Road, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7HR
(01663) 308738

This little gem of a pub nestling close to the centre of the village is an attractive, whitewashed, stone-built pub that has been preserved unspoilt, conveying the feel of the farmhouse it once was. The unchanged taproom is a delight, with...
Soldier Dick Inn

150 Buxton Road, Furness Vale, SK23 7PH
(01663) 611010

This is a busy and comfortable pub in the centre of Furness Vale, close to the railway station and Peak Forest Canal. Caters for all tastes and walkers and families are welcome. A real fire adds to the warm and friendly atmosphere. There is...
Whaley Bridge Bowling Club

Buxton Road, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7HX
(01663) 732120
wbbc.eu/

Local bowling club with function room and bar, non-members are welcome.
Whaley Nook

20 Old Road, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7HR
None

A small cosy front bar with another small room at the rear, there is also a little French café-style seating outside on the pavement. Four handpumps offer one regular beer and three changing beers from local breweries, plus six craft beers...
White Horse

1 Lower Macclesfield Road, Whaley Bridge, SK23 7DD
None

Stone traditional pub located at Horwich End junction.