Event
22nd August 2026 - 28th August 2026
Taddington Well Dressing
A beloved tradition in Derbyshire featuring beautiful designs made from natural materials
About
22nd August 2026 - 28th August 2026
Well Dressing is a Derbyshire tradition where communities create floral mosaics around wells, blending art & nature to celebrate water, & heritage.
Wells in the Making 17th to 21 August. Everyone welcome
Blessing date 22 August
Theme 'Inventions that changed the world.'
Usually there are 2 wells-
1. St Michael’s Church Well Dressing in the churchyard of St Michael’s Church
2. High Well at top of hill overlooking the village (about 0.8km); from the gateway of St Michael’s Church, take the footpath on the opposite side of the road and a little to the right, then follow the signs
Taddington is located just off the A6 between Bakewell and Buxton.
SK17 9TX for satnav
Use the car park provided at St Michael’s Church
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