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The Heart of a Peak District Community
Pavilion Gardens and The Opera House
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 Opera House Lamp  Conservatory |
In the gardens, there is the newly erected Bandstand, a
memorial to Burbage Band Conductor, Don Redfern. Here, music is played
during the summer months to the delight of those sat along the
promenade, taking in the sunshine. Other entertaining activities take
place in the open air during the season. For those who would take some
refreshment, there is the Lounge/Restaurant with its balcony Coffee
Shop. Early Tickets from the Gardens Further along, we arrive at the Cafeteria and adjoining shops. Ahead, the visitor will also see the grand domed Concert Hall, a building that plays host to a variety of exhibitions and collectors fairs throughout the year. There is also the Paxton Suite which is used for conferences and events, including a demonstration of Well dressing during July. 
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Continuing on our journey, the gardens has its own indoor swimming pool on the right, whilst to the left, there is a children's play area with swings etc. At the time of writing, there is much restoration work being carried out within the whole of the gardens.
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It is not looking at its best just now, but there is
the promise that it will eventually return to its former beauty once
the work is completed. Much further over to your left, and after a minute or so of walking, you will reach the largest of the lakes. Its waters attract many birds, including : Swan, Mallard, Heron, Coot, Black-headed Gulls, Moorhen and Muscovy duck. There is seating around the lake for you to sit and enjoy the scene. |
 Pavilion Gardens - Autumn 2003 |
 Pavilion Gardens - Autumn 2003  Pavilion Gardens 3 - Autumn 2003 |
Pavilion Gardens - Winter opening hours :
| Monday to Friday | Saturday, Sunday & Bank Holidays | |
| Coffee Shop | 10.00am - 3.00pm | 10.00am - 5.30pm |
| Promenade Bar | 11.00am - 3.00pm | 11.00am - 5.30pm (Saturdays & Bank Holidays) 12noon - 5.30pm |
| Bar Snacks | 12 noon - 2.30pm | 12noon - 4.30pm |
| Cafeteria | 10.00am - 3.00pm | 10.00am - 5.30pm |
Email address : paviliongardens@highpeak.gov.uk
Other Pavilion Pictures :
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