Between 2015 and 2019, we produced a series of podcasts focusing on particular aspects of Buxton’s history and to take oral histories from some of its senior residents. We thank Tarmac Tunstead for their sponsorship and support of the podcast.
See an overview of each podcast episode in the blog posts below.
See all podcast episodes on Soundcloud here >> or on our website archive here >>.
Find out more about our podcast episodes with the blog posts below.
A labour of love. Hear about an ex-member of the Tarmac quarrying team which came back to visit – a bright yellow 23 tonne steam locomotive, known as the ‘Clockwork Lemon’.
Celebrating some of the musical legacy of Buxton, both past and present, with a stroll through the memories of local musicians with a dash of panto.
The fascination and uniqueness of local caves and caverns. Learn about Blue John, the caves in which it is found and the process of making it into a window, and hear from a theatre group who performed in Poole’s Cavern during the Fringe.
Uncovering the hidden history of Spring Gardens. Join us on a walk down memory lane, in this case Spring Gardens in Buxton, and listen out for the voices from the past and the clues to what might have been obliterated to make way for the new.
Canadian Connections. Hear about Buxton as a safe haven during World War I, particularly for Canadian soldiers, and the part played by Buxton Railway Station.
27 and counting… Click here to see our podcast archive >>.