Buxton is a spa town within Derbyshire. It is on the edge of the county boundary, with Cheshire to the west and Staffordshire to the south, Buxton is frequently referred to as 'The Gateway to the Peak District National Park'. Historically a municipal borough, Buxton joined with other locations in 1974 to create the local government district and borough of High Peak within the county of Derbyshire. Being 300 metres above sea level, Buxton is believed to be England's highest market town. Such height means that the town is typically cooler than nearby areas, with the daytime temperature being about two degrees C lower than the temperature in Manchester. Found on the River Wye and overlooked by Axe Edge Moor, Buxton is traditionally a spa town due to the geothermal spring that rises at a continuous temperature of 28 degrees C. The water from the spring flows to St. Ann's Well through a pipe system which is positioned opposite the Crescent in close proximity to the town centre. Buxton gained considerable recognition when the spa was recommended by Erasmus Darwin to Josiah Wedgwood in the later half of the 19th century. The water from the geothermal spring is also bottled and sold internationally by Buxton Mineral Water Company. According to the 2011 Census, the resident population of the town is approximately 22,115. The town has seen continued growth since the coming of the railway in 1863. There's also a fairly substantial student population, with the Devonshire Campus of the University of Derby being in 1 of Buxton's historic buildings. For all your house upgrades, be certain that you choose reputable professionals in Buxton to make sure you get a fantastic quality service at a competitive price.