Derbyshire Restaurants

Castle Inn

Surrounded by the beauty of the Hope Valley, The Castle is a well-known country pub that has been a part of Castleton village life for hundreds of years. From the warm welcome, and tasty modern European food, to the fifteen comfortable bedrooms, and spooky tales of four spirits, the traditional refuge has something for everyone to enjoy.

• Address: Castle Street, Castleton, nr Whaley Bridge, S33 8WG (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern European
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £12.00, Dinner: £24.00

Catherine Eyre Restaurant at The Hassop Hall Hotel

Family-run establishments almost always exude a special warmth of their own, and close to the attractions of the Peak District, in the charming hamlet of Hassop, lies Hassop Hall, a classic 17th-century retreat surrounded by gardens and rolling parkland.

• Address: Hassop, nr Bakewell, DE45 1NS (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern European
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £32.00, Dinner: £46.00

Columbine Restaurant, The

A handsome house in the centre of Buxton with a pretty little restaurant on two floors, one of which is the basement. Efficient, cheerful service means that even if you are in a hurry to get to the opera you will make it in time.

• Address: 7 Hall Bank, Buxton, SK17 6EW (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern British, Modern European
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £26.00

Conservatory Restaurant, The

Magnificence comes easily to The Makeney Hall Hotel with its grand Victorian Manor exterior and luxurious comforts that make it the perfect location for weddings and receptions as well as more formal business conventions.

• Address: Makeney Hall Hotel, Milford, Belper, DE56 0RS (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £45.00

Crown Inn, The

The small hamlet of Marston Montgomery, at the southern edge of the Peak District, is home to The Crown, a welcoming inn that was carefully refurbished but retains its original charm and character.

• Address: Rigg Lane, Marston Montgomery, Ashbourne, DE6 2FF (Map)
• Cuisine(s): International
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £18.00, Dinner: £30.00

Darleys Restaurant & Terrace

Located in part of an old mill beside the river with the inevitable weir providing soothing background. Darleys proclaims its cooking as modern British which indeed it is, and not just the cooking.

• Address: Darley Abbey Mill, Darley Abbey, Derby, DE22 1DZ (Map)
• Cuisine(s): European, Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £20.00, Dinner: £50.00

Devonshire Arms, The

It has become customary, and rightly so in my view, to regard anything associated with the Chatsworth estate as exemplary, hence no surprise to find that this cosy pub on the estate has been taken in hand by some of the family and now offers the sort of genuine quality experience that we have come to expect from them.

• Address: Devonshire Square, Beeley, nr Matlock, DE4 2NR (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £26.00

Dining at Red Lion Inn

Surrounded by picturesque walking country, The Red Lion is a 17th century family-run inn close to the beautiful Carsington Water. With a wealth of original features that include beamed ceilings, open fireplaces and church pew seating, the inn is cosy, unique and very inviting.

• Address: Main Street, Hognaston, Ashbourne, DE6 1PR (Map)
• Cuisine(s): English, International, Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: N/A, Dinner: £35.00

Dining Room, The

Here is a real gem tucked away up in darkest Derbyshire, with due deference to the good people of Ashbourne. Very much a hands on operation with the owners, Pete and Laura, involved in every aspect.

• Address: 33 St John Street, Ashbourne, DE6 1GP (Map)
• Cuisine(s): International, Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £34.00, Dinner: £50.00

Donington Manor Bistro

An elegant house of great architectural charm, the décor has been brought up to standard to make the Donington Manor Bistro, for that is how it is presented, a welcoming and relaxing setting in which to stay, call in for a meal or enjoy a leisurely day being looked after by means of some skilfully applied R and R.

• Address: High Street , Castle Donington, nr Derby, DE74 2PP (Map)
• Cuisine(s): Modern British
• Avg. Cost Per Head Lunch: £15.00, Dinner: £32.00