Glossop Map

Detailed Street Map of Glossop Derbyshire & Guide to the Area

Glossop Map Derbyshire: Interactive map of Glossop, displaying the town situated in the county of Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Glossop area and a Glossop town centre map, showing Glossop High Street and Glossop Railway Station.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Glossop map are: Glossop Leisure Centre, Partington Theatre, Manor Park, Glossop Market Hall, The Globe, Tesco Superstore, Aldi, Co-op Food, Costa Coffee, Greggs, Boots, Lloyds Pharmacy, Norfolk Arms, The Oakwood, Harvey Leonard's, Hyssop, Pepino Deli, Bay Tree Books, Glossop Craft Centre, George Street Community Bookshop, Glossop Fish Bar, Eat at No.5, The Chieftain, St James' Church, Glossop Parish Church, The Commercial Inn, The Star Inn, Norfolk Square Dental Practice, Howard Medical Practice, Wren Nest Retail Park, Glossop Town Hall, Glossop Library, Duke of Norfolk Primary School, St Philip Howard Catholic Academy, Glossopdale School, The Crystal Ballroom, Bradbury Community House, Glossop Health Centre, Charlestown Medical Centre, The Bureau Centre for the Arts, The Harewood Arms, The Pear Tree Café, Boots Opticians, Computer Solutions, The Garden House Marple, Swizzels Matlow Factory Shop, M&S Simply Food, Premier Inn Glossop, Pico Lounge, Zuppa Delicattessen, Mettrick's Butchers, Yorkshire Bank, NatWest.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Hadfield, Padfield, Dinting, Simmondley, Gamesley, Charlesworth, Chisworth, Broadbottom, Hollingworth, Mottram, Tintwistle, Crowden, Derbyshire Level, Little Padfield, Woolley Bridge, Carrbrook, Stalybridge, Mossley, Hayfield, New Mills, Birch Vale, Rowarth, Marple Bridge, Mellor, Rowarth Bank, Chapel-en-le-Frith, Castleton, Edale, Hope, Brough, Bamford, Hathersage, Derwent, Tintwistle Knarr, Woodhead, Millbrook, Mottram Moor, Hollins, Shirebrook Park, Fernilee, Whaley Bridge.

Glossop is a lively market town sitting on the edge of the Peak District, right where the hills begin to roll. It's a place that manages to feel rural and tucked away while still being well connected, with a strong local identity and a real sense of community. There's a mix of handsome stone buildings, independent shops, and Victorian charm dotted around the town centre, all wrapped up by the kind of scenery that makes you want to head out for a walk, even if the weather's not playing ball.

Historically, Glossop grew off the back of the textile industry, especially during the 19th century when cotton mills popped up all over the place. Before that, it was a much smaller place tied to agriculture and sheep farming. The town really found its feet during the Industrial Revolution, attracting workers from all over the region. The Duke of Norfolk had a big hand in its development, leaving behind some grand buildings and an orderly street plan in parts of the old town. These days, it's home to just under 18,000 people and strikes a decent balance between countryside life and commuter convenience.

In town, you've got everything you'd expect—cafés, pubs, a couple of cracking bakeries, and a good range of local businesses keeping things personal. Manor Park is popular with families, especially in summer when it's full of picnics, games and kids on scooters. For a bit of culture, Glossop's got the Partington Theatre and regular live music at local pubs. Just a short hop from town, you'll find places like Lyme Park, a National Trust estate with beautiful grounds and that famous mansion from Pride and Prejudice, and the Longdendale Trail, which offers peaceful walking and cycling along a former railway line. The surrounding High Peak area is packed with dramatic views and quiet villages, ideal for rambling or a pint in a country pub.

Broader Derbyshire opens up even more options. There's Chatsworth House, which never fails to impress, whether it's the gardens, the interiors or the farm shop that grabs your attention. Bakewell's a lovely spot too, full of character, good food and riverside charm. Matlock and Matlock Bath bring a bit of holiday energy with cable cars and arcades, while Buxton offers spa-town elegance and regular events in the Pavilion Gardens or Opera House. The Peaks are never far off, so it's easy to dip in and out of the wilder scenery when the mood takes you.

Getting to Glossop is fairly straightforward. It's the last stop on the train line from Manchester Piccadilly, so commuting or visiting the city is easy. The A57 Snake Pass runs right through, making it scenic but handy for getting across the hills. Buses link up the surrounding villages and towns, and if you're coming from further afield, Manchester Airport is about 40 minutes away by car. The town's layout makes it easy to get around on foot, especially around the centre and older parts.

Derbyshire's got that balance of rural and practical that makes it feel settled and unpretentious. The mix of open space, history and strong towns like Glossop gives it proper depth. From the rolling White Peak to the gritstone edges and tucked-away dales, it's a county that feels like it's made for exploring—but also one where life ticks along at its own steady pace. Folk are welcoming, things feel rooted, and whether you're just visiting or thinking of staying, it's easy to feel at home.

Some More Nearby Places: Hadfield, Padfield, Dinting, Simmondley, Gamesley, Charlesworth, Chisworth, Broadbottom, Hollingworth, Mottram, Tintwistle, Crowden, Derbyshire Level, Little Padfield, Woolley Bridge, Carrbrook, Stalybridge, Mossley, Hayfield, New Mills, Birch Vale, Rowarth, Marple Bridge, Mellor, Rowarth Bank, Chapel-en-le-Frith, Castleton, Edale, Hope, Brough, Bamford, Hathersage, Derwent, Tintwistle Knarr, Woodhead, Millbrook, Mottram Moor, Hollins, Shirebrook Park, Fernilee, Whaley Bridge.

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