Chesterfield is a market town which sits 11 miles south of Sheffield and which is perhaps most famous for the fact that the spire of the St Mary’s and All Saints Church is visibly twisted. Since being built in 1362, the spire has gradually shifted until reaching its current striking and iconic state. A local legend for the distinctive appearance of the spire states that it happened when the devil wrapped his tail around it, but the truth is more likely to be that the original builders simply didn’t do a very good job. Either way, Chesterfield has much more to offer than just the crooked spire, and exploring in the company of a delightful Chesterfield escort is easily the most enjoyable method of getting to know the place.
As you might expect, the shopping in Chesterfield centres around the market in the town centre. You and your gorgeous Chesterfield escort could go bargain hunting through the packed stalls on a Monday, Friday or Saturday, while the antique market on a Thursday offers the chance to rummage through second hand items in search of that elusive valuable artefact. If you’re visiting on the last Sunday of the month then don’t miss the Artisan market, your chance to sample locally produced food, drink and craft items.
The Pavements and Vicars Lane shopping centres offer household names, but it you’d like to treat your girl to something a little more upmarket and unique – some designer chocolates, perhaps, or a hand crafted item of jewellery – then head for the independent shops scattered around the centre of Chesterfield. Streets like Middle Shambles, Low Pavement and Parkers Row are packed with independent traders offering items you’re only going to find in Chesterfield.
We choose our girls on the basis of brains as well as beauty, so you’ll have the perfect companion for exploring the historic side of Chesterfield. Take a look round the Chesterfield Museum and Art Gallery to learn how the town grew from its beginnings as a Roman fort to become a busting medieval market town and then one of the cradles of the Industrial Revolution.
If you’re lucky with the weather you could explore the town via an audio tour downloaded onto your phone. Strolling along the tree lined streets, discovering historical facts and highlights like the delightfully picturesque cricket ground hand in hand with a wonderful Chesterfield escort is surely one of the nicest ways of passing a summer afternoon.
If all that exploring gives you an appetite then rest assured you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to eating out in Chesterfield. If award winning fine dining is what you’re looking for then book a table at the Old Vicarage Restaurant, the Cocina at the Casa Hotel or the Red Lion Pub and Bistro at the Peak Edge Hotel. If you’re looking for a snack then pop into the Vintage Rose Catering Tearooms or sample the pub grub on offer at the Chesterfield Arms.
