4 days in Hucknall & Buxton Itinerary

Hucknall, formerly known as Hucknall Torkard, is a town in Nottinghamshire, England, in the district of Ashfield. Start off your visit on the 28th (Fri): relax and rejuvenate at Aqua Sana Sherwood Forest, then experience rural life at White Post Farm, and then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. Mary Magdalene.

For more things to do, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Hucknall day trip tool.

Manchester to Hucknall is an approximately 2-hour car ride. You can also drive. In May, daytime highs in Hucknall are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 8°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can go by car to Buxton.

Buxton is a spa town in Derbyshire, England. Change things up with these side-trips from Buxton: Matlock (Crich Tramway Village home of the National Tramway Museum & Lumsdale Valley) and Chatsworth House (in Bakewell). And it doesn't end there: Head underground at Poole's Cavern & Buxton Country Park, make a trip to Devonshire Dome, admire the natural beauty at Pavilion Gardens, and contemplate the long history of Hardwick Hall and Gardens.

To see photos, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Buxton online attractions planner.

Traveling by car from Hucknall to Buxton takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. In May in Buxton, expect temperatures between 18°C during the day and 8°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 31st (Mon) so you can go by car back home.