Developed hot spring pool · United Kingdom
Buxton Natural Mineral Baths
United Kingdom
Last updated
- Type
- Developed Developed hot spring pool
- Water temperature
- 81°F (27°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Buxton
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
About Buxton Natural Mineral Baths
Editor's note. Buxton in Derbyshire has been known for its warm mineral springs since Roman times. The water rises at roughly 82°F (28°C), which counts as a warm spring rather than a hot one. Today you can bathe in the restored Crescent area through the hotel spa there.
Buxton Natural Mineral Baths is a developed hot spring pool in United Kingdom, on the edge of Buxton. The nearest large city is High Peak, roughly 8 miles away as the crow flies.
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 81°F (27°C). That puts it in the "warm" range. Comfortable for long soaks, like a warm bath that has cooled a little.
This is a developed site with built pools, tubs or a bathhouse, so there is usually an entry fee, set opening hours and basic facilities.
Water temperature
Warm. Comfortable for long soaks, like a warm bath that has cooled a little.
Readings come from OpenStreetMap mappers, and other public sources. Temperatures change with season, flow and pool design. See our soak temperature guide for safe soaking times.
Map and directions
Red marks Buxton Natural Mineral Baths. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 53.25853, -1.91531.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Buxton.
- Nearest large city: High Peak, about 8 miles (13 km) in a straight line.
- Use the directions buttons above for a driving route. Final roads to many springs are unpaved, seasonal or closed in winter, so check road conditions before you go.
Before you go
- Check the operator, land manager or park website for current hours, fees and closures. Details in any directory can go out of date.
- Keep your head above water. Warm fresh water can carry Naegleria fowleri, a rare but deadly amoeba that enters through the nose.
- Drink water, limit soaks to 10 to 20 minutes at a time in very hot water, and skip alcohol.
- Read our hot spring etiquette guide and safety guide.
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Buxton Natural Mineral Baths?
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 81°F (27°C), which is warm. Comfortable for long soaks, like a warm bath that has cooled a little.
Where is Buxton Natural Mineral Baths?
Buxton Natural Mineral Baths is in United Kingdom, at Buxton. The GPS coordinates are 53.2585, -1.9153.
What should I bring to a hot spring?
Water to drink, a towel, sandals with grip, a bag to pack out trash, and warm layers for after your soak. At primitive springs bring a headlamp and tell someone where you are going.
Sources and corrections
This listing combines OpenStreetMap. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
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