Glossop, sometimes referred to as ‘The Gateway to the Peak’ is situated in the High Peak, flanked to the east by the heather clad and exposed moors of the Dark Peak. Black Hill, Bleaklow and Kinder Scout are the highest areas of thePeak District National Park which provide challenging walks, so be sure to pack a good map and compass when staying at a Bed and Breakfast in Glossop if you intent to explore.
Directions to your Bed and Breakfast in Glossop may include driving over the Woodhead Pass (A628) and Snake Pass (A57) which are among the highest and most exposed roads in England – wonderful on a sunny summer’s day but sometimes closed in winter!
The Roman fort of Melandra was situated at Glossop, one of only three forts in Derbyshire, the others being Derventio (Derby) and Navio (Brough-on-Noe). Bed and Breakfast in Glossop a thousand years ago would have been a hard pallet bed with a bit of straw and a toga packed for nights on the town!
Centuries later much of Glossop, Glossop Hall and its surrounding estate belonged to the Dukes of Norfolk, and it could well be that your Bed and Breakfast in Glossop was at one time owned by Lord Edward FitzalanHoward who was the second son of the 13th Duke. He was an MP and Vice Chamberlain to Queen Victoria and was given the title Lord Howard of Glossop. However, the estate was sold off in 1924 with Glossop Hall being demolished.
Glossop Heritage Centre on Henry Street is worthy of a visit during your stay at a Bed and Breakfast in Glossop to learn more about the wealth of interest and fascinating industrial past of this little town tucked away in the top corner of the county of Derbyshire
A Bed and Breakfast in Glossop will appeal to those interested in outdoor pursuits and leisure activities. Not only are there fantastic walks and bike rides leading from the door of your Bed and Breakfast in Glossop, but the town also has a decent sized leisure centre and swimming facilities. Manor Park in Glossop consists of 60 acres of gardens, woodland and lakes with crazy golf, putting, bowling and tennis. Together with a cricket ground, football ground and golf course be sure to pack your bat, ball, clubs and ‘cossie’ if you are coming to stay at a Bed and Breakfast in Glossop
