Knockerdown Inn, Carsington Water
Overview
After a good walk around Carsington Water you will be delighted to end the day at the The Knockerdown. There is a cosy feel to the place and you are always made to feel welcome on arrival by owners or staff.
The Nock-a-down as it was affectionately known, opened as a beer house in 1838 – its official name was the Greyhound, this dog being the family crest of the Gell family, who owned the property.
In 1848 the Inn was granted a full license and has traded ever since.The Gell family sold the Greyhound or the Knockerdown as we know it on July 11th 1919 for £930.00. Described as stoned and tiled with a Taproom, Bar, Cellar, Parlour, Kitchen, three beds and a box room, outside was a tiled building for tying four cows and a stable for two horses – February 4th 1931 saw the Inn was purchased by Marstons Brewery
There is a bar area for drinkers, but dining fits in very well in different areas dotted about the inside & outside of the pub.
The Knockerdown sits on the main road between Ashbourne & Wirksworth just above Carsington Water.
Food & Drink
The Knockerdown offers a large selection of draught beers, lagers and wines – a new guest ale is available each month – plus they offer an extensive Coffee menu & traditional English tea
The Knockerdown Restaurant has firmly established itself as one of the best places to dine in the Derbyshire Dales. It is popular with local people as well as visitors to the area – an extensive menu freshly prepared by their team of chefs – local ingredients are used where ever possible ensuring the highest standards of freshness
A selection of Specials from the Boards – on Sundays in addition to the full menu and Specials boards a traditional roast is served with a choice of meats
Must Try – Confit of Duck Leg & Black Pudding Salad with Port Vinaigrette – Starter or Main Course – alsoLocal line caught rainbow trout is often available on the menu – from Carsington Water
Wines – Small list with carefully selected wines from around the world.
Malt Whiskies & Spirits – Large selection including rare highland malts
Children – Allowed in Dining Area
Outside
Drinks and food can be enjoyed in the award winning gardens while enjoying the views of the surrounding countryside.
There is a large patio area and pond and ample seating.
For the children there is an adventure play area, separate toddlers play area and a variety of farm animals on view (grown up children can view the animals as well!)
Dogs – Well Behaved Dogs are welcome
Around & About
The Knockerdown sits next to Carsington Water – offering superb walks & cycling – a wildlife centre – visitor centre – watersports centre & fishing – an excellent day out.
Location/Contact
- Knockerdown, Nr Ashbourne
- DE6 1NQ
- 01629 540209
- http://www.knockerdown-inn.co.uk
Bar Open
Mon - Sun - 11am - 11pm
Food Served
Daily - 12noon - 9pm
Specials Nights
Regular selection of specials available from the blackboard
Other Useful
Information
Extensive Coffee menu & Traditional English Tea
Children – Allowed in Dining Areas
Outdoors – Award Winning Gardens
Large patio area and pond.
Adventure play area, separate toddlers play area and a variety of farm animals.
Dogs – Well Behaved Dogs are welcome
Open all year
Parking – Large car parking areas surround the Pub.