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26th September 2026

Gentle Promenade with ‘Anne Lister’

As part of the Georgian festival in Buxton, Discover Buxton has created this special walk with a costumed Anne Lister guide.



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26th September 2026 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm

A guided historical walk exploring Anne Lister’s time in Buxton, led by a costumed interpreter.

Join Anne Lister aka Gentleman Jack for a promenade during the summer of 1825 as she discusses what she saw and did whilst here, some of which she recorded in what she referred to as her crypthand . This was her secret diary.

Your costumed guide will bring the stories of Georgian Buxton alive.

Cost: £15.00 per person
Duration: 90mins
Departs: The Crescent, Buxton

To book visit the website buxtoncrescentexperience.com

Only when your booking has been approved will you receive a payment request. Payment should be made within 24 hours.

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