Tissington Village
One of the prettiest villages in the Peak District
A hidden gem.
Tissington is located only a few miles from the centre of Ashbourne in Derbyshire. This unspoilt Peak District village forms part of the Tissington Estate, which has been privately owned by the FitzHerbert family since the 1460’s.
Tissington Hall
The grand Tissington Hall has been the ancestral home of the FitzHerbert family since it was first built in 1609. Now home to Sir Richard FitzHerbert and his family, the hall hosts open days and tours several times a year. The hall gardens are also regularly open to the general public as part of the National Garden Scheme and during the annual Tissington Secret Garden event.
Tissington Hall is a popular wedding venue and also offers accommodation in one of the many beautifully refurbished apartments within the hall.
Places to eat and shop in Tissington Village
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Herbert’s Fine English Tea Room
Whether you are looking for a light snack, a full meal, or just a quick cup of tea, Herbert’s is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the village.
As well as indoor seating with vintage crockery, Herbert’s also have a takeaway menu which you can enjoy in the seating outside.
You can also grab a quick snack from Herbert’s On the Hoof. Their converted horse box serves drinks, snacks and light lunches.
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Tissington Nursery
This small family run plant nursery is located in the Tissington Estate's Old Kitchen Gardens.
Offering a wide array of perennial plants and flowers which are all are grown on site using peat free compost, a visit to Tissington Nursery is an absolute delight for plant enthusiasts and nature lovers looking to take home a piece of the Peak District to adorn their own space.
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On a Wick and a Prayer
Don't miss out on a visit to On a Wick and a Prayer. A hidden gem, this unique shop showcases a delightful collection of handmade candles. Each candle is crafted with care and creativity, making them ideal souvenirs or thoughtful gifts to cherish your time in Tissington.
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Tissington Craft Corner
Tissington Craft Corner offers a wide range of quality crafting supplies including yarns, fabrics, tools and decorations. They also provide workshops covering various crafting techniques from traditional methods to the latest trends. Located in the Old Joiners Shop, the character of the historic building all adds to its charm.
Tissington
Well Dressing
Tissington is probably most famous for it’s annual Well Dressing festival where each of the six village wells are dressed with a unique design.
The well dressing boards are first soaked in the village pond for several days before clay is added to the board in order to create the design. Each design is made entirely from natural materials with coffee beans, egg shells, seeds, leaves and petals from local flowers are all included.
The well dressings are erected each year on the eve of Ascension Day and remain in place until the following Wednesday evening.
Tissington Craft Fairs are proud to hold a makers market in the village hall during Well Dressing week each year.
Our traditional makers market
Perfectly in keeping with Tissington Village, our makers market is the ideal place to shop for unique handmade gifts or for that special treat just for you.
Showcasing some of the best artists and makers in Derbyshire, Staffordshire and beyond, our upcoming events page makes it easy to plan your visit between April and October.
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