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Here's some practical information about Glossop and why we're the greatest town in the world!
Where is Glossop and what makes it special?
Glossop is a former mill town situated high in the North West region of Derbyshire, close to the boundary of the Peak District National Park. It is the perfect base from which to explore the North section of the County and the National Park. As such, it is a popular tourist spot and a favourite among walkers, cyclists, bikers, motor enthusiasts and those looking for a relaxing weekend away because of its stunning moorland setting and fantastic bars and restaurants.
The town has always boasted a rich and diverse creative community, and is well regarded for its live music scene and artistic flair. Famous former creative residents include the late fashion icon Vivienne Westwood and two time Booker Prize winner Hillary Mantel, as well as LS Lowry, Ludwig Wittgenstein, and... Bez!
Its wider community of 33,000 (and counting) is made up of a rich melting pot of people from different walks of life, with many of them taking huge amounts of pride in their countryside town and its wide variety of vibrant independent businesses. In recent years, a growing number of inner city professionals have swapped the bustle of Manchester for the Glossopian Peaks.
Travel
By train
Glossop, whilst in Derbyshire could be considered a suburb of Manchester, with trains running regularly to Manchester Piccadilly (just a 25 minute journey). The train station is adjacent to the town centre.
At the junction of the A57 ‘Snake Pass’ from Sheffield and the A6/A624 from Buxton.
History
There has been a settlement in this area since the Romans occupied the country in the first and second centuries AD. There are also Bronze Age connections in the area as proven by the remains found around Torside have proven. The area became further inhabited by the Angles in the 7th century, and then later on into the Dark Ages much of the land was unused as it was set-aside as part of the Royal Forest of the Peak. Under law, no animal grazing or farming was allowed to take place on such land. The landscape began to change as agriculture was once again spreading throughout the region by the 12th century. Wool and cotton spinning became the main sources of trade and production in the area in the 16th and 17th centuries, then in the 18th century onwards with the advent of water powered mills the town continued to grow and prosper. Evidence of the past is still evident in the town although now the mills are all closed.
