you'll be surprised at what
you might find in ashbourne...

Ashbourne c.1050: where paths cross, and people have gathered for a thousand years

discover THE HISTORIC TOWN OF ASHBOURNE

Ashbourne is situated in the beautiful countryside of the Derbyshire Dales on the edge of the Peak District. With renowned architecture, quality shopping, excellent schools, desirable housing and thriving business communities, it is a dynamic and exciting place to visit, live, work, shop & invest. Browse this website to discover what’s here and what’s on. You may be surprised at what you find.

Handmade design shopkeeper standing outside her shop

SHOP LOCAL AND SUPPORT YOUR TOWN

“We didn’t know how much we relied on our high street – until we didn’t have one. Lockdowns made us realise how much we need our local high streets…”

FLYING THE FLAG FOR ASHBOURNE

Have you noticed the Ashbourne flags around the town centre? The banners highlight the new Discover Ashbourne branding, create interest and a sense of theatre, and make the high street more inviting and welcoming. We need funding to buy even more of them and create a bigger and bolder display – if you like them please donate.

DONATE

BUY A BAG TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT

We have produced an eco-friendly shopping bag which proudly champions and promotes Ashbourne and is available to buy from several outlets in the town centre. They are sourced from a local Ashbourne supplier.

STOCKISTS

Shopkeeper standing outside Henmores in Ashbourne

DIVERSE & INDEPENDENT RETAILERS

We have a unique and diverse town centre, home to one-off shops and many independent, family run businesses. Discover what the town has to offer, support our local businesses and help keep our town alive!

INSTAGRAM

DISCOVER ASHBOURNE’S
DIRECTORY

Discover everything from shops and businesses to car parks and postbox locations;
our directory has it all.

#DISCOVERASHBOURNE Directory

Are you in the directory? Is your listing correct? Open an account to edit your own listing or contact us.

ALFRESCO LIFE IN ASHBOURNE

Many restaurants, cafes, bars and pubs in Ashbourne have opened up their doors and created special outdoor spaces for you to enjoy. Find them by searching on "outside" in the directory.

THE HISTORY OF ASHBOURNE

Ashbourne is rich in history, with one of the finest streets of Georgian buildings in Derbyshire. The cobbled market place, hidden alleys and yards, make Ashbourne a delight to explore. With an abundance of places to visit in the town and beautiful surrounding countryside there is something for everyone.

LEARN MORE

OPENING SOON AND AVAILABLE

We can offer help and advice from existing town traders for anyone just starting out. Please get in touch. To see vacant premises that are available now, search our directory using "available". To see exciting new ventures that will be coming soon, search on “opening”.

WE’RE NEW!

discoverashbourne.com aims to be the go-to place to find out what's here and what's on. We want to provide links and signposts to everything of interest in Ashbourne. We're new and built from scratch, so there are going to be things that we have missed.
We would love to hear your ideas on how we can improve the site.

Ashbourne volunteers cleaning the streets

VOLUNTEER CORNER

The community pages will help to coordinate, communicate and showcase the work and activities of Ashbourne's many community and voluntary groups. Join in and make a difference.

COMMUNITY

CHRISTMAS IS COMING

Covid permitting, we are hoping this year for the return of our traditional lantern parade, christmas market and late night shopping - see the whats on page for more information

WHAT'S ON

REBRANDING

We have created a new and individual identity for Ashbourne, inspired by an ancient Saxon symbol and our heritage as an historic market town with a rich and diverse past where paths cross and people gather.

ABOUT US

DISCOVER WHAT’S ON IN ASHBOURNE

Whether you live in Ashbourne or are a visitor, our what's on page is the best place to find out everything that's happening in and around Ashbourne.

#DISCOVERASHBOURNE WHAT'S ON AND EVENTS

We want your events on our what's on page, apply for free here…

Ashbourne historical gas outlet from 1864

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Thank you to all the businesses, staff, key workers, and customers who are making Ashbourne the wonderful
place it is to live, work and play. We really appreciate you all! Continue to connect with us on Instagram…