More about Buxton

I've been doing a little bit more research on our N&R Road to Wembley boys Buxton FC.

At the gateway to the Peak District, Buxton is the highest market town in England. But you probably knew that. Like you also knew that Lloyd Cole was born here, as was Dave Lee Travis and Tim Brooke-Taylor.

You have heard of the Opera House, and the Natural Baths and the bottled water Buxton Spring. And I am sure you have all been to the International Gilbert & Sullivan Festival in August?

Then there is the Royal hospital with it's massive dome, Poole's Cavern and the wonderful Crescent, better than Bath's in my opinion.

But did you know that this town of 20,000 people and home of the mighty Buxton Bucks has 31 pubs? That's one for every 600 Buxtonians - no wonder Greg Foulger likes a beer.

There are six pubs on the High Street (six). These include the wonderful Swan and Kings Head, with it's tempting 'pie' menu (Martin Singleton must know it well).

Reputed to be the countries oldest hotel, The Old Hall Hotel was one time host to Mary Queen of Scots, who visited 4 times apparently and loved the shepherds pie. The Devonshire Arms is set in lovely grounds and the Sunday roast beef and Yorkshire pud is to die for in the Grove Hotel. Or for a real pint of Hydes try The Eagle at The Market Place.

For ribs and bottled beers try The Lone Star Cafe, it's where all the ladies hang out on a Friday, at least that is what Greg told me.

Then when you get into the ground, you can visit the Clubhouse and they allow you to drink on the terraces. It's what football should be about. Rooney, stick that in your pipe and smoke it.