Glossop Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
town and unparished area in High Peak district of Derbyshire, England
About Glossop
Glossop is at the northwestern extremity of Derbyshire and the Peak District, close to the borders with Greater Manchester and Yorkshire. It also lies at the start of two of the most infamous Pennine passes, the Snake and Woodhead passes. Its main development is owed to the 19th-century cotton industry which generated the wealth to build much of the town we see today, although the cotton industry has since declined and almost disappeared from the region. Despite this, the historic mill buildings still dominate the town, such as those at Wren Nest and Howardtown, both of which are undergoing major transformations into new multi-use buildings including retail, leisure and residential. Glossop is predominantly a commuter town for the nearby conurbation of Greater Manchester, where quite often
Top Attractions in Glossop
Explore the best things to see and do in Glossop:
- ★Ardotalia
- ★Longdendale Trail
- ★Partington Players Theatre
- ★Wren Nest Mill
Where to Eat in Glossop
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Ayubowan
- 🍴Hyssop Glossop
- 🍴The Globe
Where to Stay in Glossop
- 🏨The Bulls Head
- 🏨The George Hotel
- 🏨Wind in the Willows Hotel
- 🏨Windy Harbour Farm Hotel
Glossop Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 11 sections including: