DISCOVER DERBYSHIRE

AND THE

PEAK DISTRICT

PUB FOOD LIST

2004

 (scroll down to find a pub at the following town/village).

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This guide not only introduces you to some of the best walks in Derbyshire and the Peak District, but also to some of the most popular pubs in the area where you are sure to get a friendly welcome.

Try a pub meal at the end of your walk when you have built up a good appetite and enjoy your meal to the full. If the weather is suitable most of the pubs listed have ample seating outside where you can sit and relax.

Some pubs have stone floors and others have special facilities for walkers, but many have expensively carpeted areas where you will be expected to remove  muddy boots before entering.   If in doubt please ask before entering, or even better, if you came by car change back into your original gear before going for a meal.     

Not all the pubs listed serve meals throughout the year and it is advisable to make contact in advance, if in doubt. Always ensure you arrive in good time if you require a meal.

The pubs listed, are those included with the walks, linked to the features shown below, published on this website during 2004. For further information and to check the listing contact the pub direct.

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THE GUIDE

Enchanting villages, historic towns and glorious ever changing landscapes are featured in this independent guide to the Peak National Park and Derbyshire.

The guide is divided up as follows

1. THE FEATURE -  provides interesting  snippets of historical information about the village/town and a heritage trail to guide you round.

2. THE WALK - carefully detailed walks take you to see some of the most beautiful scenery in Derbyshire and the Peak National Park.

3. SPECIAL FEATURES - lots of features of interest to both the local person and visitor alike. Regular Newsletter and What's On Guide.

NEWS

Bookmark this site so as not to miss other town/ village features, heritage trails and countryside walks to be published shortly.

Plus many more interesting features and a monthly list of EVENTS to help make your visit complete.

Alstonefield

The George (Tel 01335 310205) is a lovely country pub with a log fire in the bar and interesting pictures of events old and new in the area. Food is available lunchtimes and in the evenings every day.

Go to the Alstonefield Feature.

Ashbourne

Okeover Arms (Tel. 01335 350305) At one time this Grade One listed building dating from about 1700 was a Temperance Hotel. Bar meals served daily lunchtime and evenings during the summer, check winter availability. Beer Garden. Accommodation.

Go to the Ashbourne Feature.

Bakewell

The Castle Inn (Tel. 01629 812103) is a cosy 16th century pub with stone floors and a beamed ceiling, situated by Bakewell’s medieval bridge. Food available lunchtimes and in the evenings. Seating outside. Accommodation.

Go to the Bakewell Feature.

Beeley

Devonshire Arms (Tel. 01629 733259) formerly three separate cottages before its conversion in 1747 to a coaching inn. It boasts some celebrated patrons, as the writer Charles Dickens and King Edward VII both stayed at the inn. Bar meals are available daily and on a Sunday a Victorian Breakfast can be consumed, subject to booking. Open for food seven days a week

Go to the Beeley Feature.

Carsington& Hopton

Miners Arms (Tel. 01629 540207) a popular pub for lead miners in the 1700s. This cosy little pub serves good homemade food daily throughout the summer and at lunchtime and in the evenings during the winter (except Sunday and Monday evenings). Outside there is a beer garden and mini-adventure playground.

Go to the Carsington & Hopton Feature.

Chesterfield

Smithy Pond (Tel. 01246 557177) is a comparatively new modern style pub overlooking a large pond from which it gets its name. There is a good selection of food available all day. Seating outside facing across the pond.

Go to the Chesterfield Feature.

Crich

The Black Swan (Tel 01773 852042) the building dates from the 17th century and is supposedly haunted.  The back room contains a collection of ‘Peak Practice’ pictures. Food served at lunchtime and in the evenings in spring and summer. Please telephone for details of autumn and winter arrangements.

Go to the Crich Feature.

Edale

Old Nag’s Head (Tel. 01433 670291) this splendid old pub built in 1577, has represented the official starting point of the Pennine Way since 1965. On the wall is a blank framed certificate awarded to those who complete the walk. There is an interesting collection of photographs of the unusual rock shapes to be found on Kinder Scout in the Hikers Bar. Open for bar meals daily during the summer, please telephone for winter arrangements. Restaurant.

Go to the Edale Feature.

Elton

The Miners Standard (Tel. 01629 650279) 17th century oak beamed pub full of interest and character. The name is derived from the dish that local lead miners used for measuring ore – the miners standard! A small sign inside proclaims ‘pub of the year 1653’, the year that it was built. There is a restaurant, beer garden and children’s play area. Bar snacks are available every day in summer, check for availability in winter.

Go to the Elton Feature.

Eyam

The Miners Arms (Tel. 01433 630853) a lovely 17th century pub with a cosy public bar, beamed ceilings and stone fireplace. Said to have several ghosts, and was once the meeting place of the Barmote Court where lead mining disputes were settled. Restaurant and outside seating. Accommodation. Open everyday for bar meals during the summer, please check for winter arrangements.

Go to the Eyam Feature.

Great Longstone

The Crispin (Tel. 01629 640237) a large comfortable old pub situated in the centre of the village. St Crispin was the patron saint of shoemakers, which once was a traditional local trade. Food is normally available lunchtime and evenings in the holiday season. Please check for further details. Beer garden. Large function room.

Go to the Great Longstone Feature.

Grindleford

Sir William Hotel (Tel. 01433 630303) standing at a height of 1,200 feet above sea level, it is an imposing building with fine views over the Derwent Valley. Open every day for bar meals. There is seating outside. Restaurant. Accommodation.

Go to the Grindleford Feature.

Heanor

The Country Park Tavern (Tel 01773 762856) large pleasant pub just outside Shipley Park, on Thorpe Hill Drive, 200 yards to the east of the Visitor Centre. Bar snacks are served and restaurant meals, there is also seating outside.

Go to the Heanor Feature.

Hope

Woodroffe Arms Hotel (Tel 01433 620351) named after an influential local family, this ancient pub provides a wide range of traditional food served at lunchtimes and in the evenings throughout the year. Some outside seating and a play area for children. Accommodation available.

Go to the Hope Feature.

Ilam

Izaak Walton Hotel (Tel. 01335 350555) lovely views and the spacious lawned garden are popular attractions for walkers who are very welcome at this magnificently sited hotel.  Bar meals available lunchtime and evening every day. Restaurant and accommodation.

Go to the Ilam Feature.

Lea & Holloway

Jug and Glass (Tel. 01629 534232) before it was converted into a pub it formed part of a row of weavers’ cottages. It comprises several cosy wood-panelled rooms, including a restaurant. There is seating outside and bar snacks are available lunchtime and evenings.

Go to the Lea & Holloway Feature.

Matlock Bath

The Midland Hotel (Tel. 01629 582630) located by the bridge over the Derwent leading to the railway station. The wonderfully sited river gardens and terrace are a very popular place with visitors in the summer. Food available lunchtime and evening daily in the summer, please check for winter arrangements.

Go to the Matlock Bath Feature.

New Mills

The Royal Oak (Tel. 01663 743675) a popular family pub in the centre of New Mills where a good range of hot and cold food is normally available daily at lunchtime only.

Go to the New Mills Feature.

Rowsley

Grouse and Claret (Tel. 01629 733233) formerly the Station Hotel, but due to the demise of the railway it was renamed. A grouse and claret is the name of a specialist dry fly used in trout fishing in the locality. A large popular pub offering food lunchtime and evenings. Beer Garden. Children’s play area. Accommodation.

Go to the Rowsley Feature.

Swarkestone

Crewe and Harpur Arms (Tel. 01332 700641) a large attractive redbrick pub, standing on the banks of the River Trent. The gardens run down to the river and provide a pleasant place to relax. Bar meals are available every day from 12-6pm. Restaurant facilities also available.

Go to the Swarkestone Feature.

Ticknall

The Staff of Life public house (Tel. 01332 862479) as the name indicates bread was once baked here and in the 1800s it was known as ‘The Loaf and Cheese.’ It now concentrates on serving food and drink seven days a week. Meals available lunchtime and evenings. Outside seating.

Go to the Ticknall Feature.

Tideswell

The George Hotel (Tel. 01298 871382) an 18th century coaching inn, dating back to 1730, which still provides excellent hospitality for travellers. Accommodation available. Meals available lunchtime and evenings except Sunday evening.

Go to the Tideswell Feature.

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