Best 50 Pubs Inns & Bars in The Peak District - 2022
The Peak District is blessed with lots of wonderful pubs – this is our choice of the Top 50 in no particular order - they are all worth a visit.
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The Black Lion - Butterton
Re-opened in December 2019 by husband and wife team Matt and Hannah Grimsey – The Black Lion has returned to its former glory - providing excellent food, drink and events – Matt’s the chef – think lots of local seasonal produce - and Hannah runs an excellent front of house – sitting above The Manifold Valley in the beautiful village of Butterton - The Black Lion also has rooms & stunning beer garden.
The Ship Inn - Wincle
A superb country pub just over the Cheshire border – very comfortable interior – a good selection of ales and interesting good quality food - families and dogs welcome – the pub sits just above The Dane Valley Way & the brilliant Wincle Brewery.
Carriages Bar Restaurant - Newhaven
This newly refurbished Bar Restaurant has been given an airy makeover – with a relaxed atmosphere - a good selection of beers and wines are complimented by decent selection of gins and cocktails – an interesting seasonal menu with specials including local game in season - and excellent coffee and cake.
The Anglers Rest - Millers Dale
Tucked in next to the majestic River Wye at Millers Dale, close to The Monsal Trail – The Anglers Rest has been rejuvenated - family-owned and brought back to life by Nicola and Barry - the Anglers Rest offers a good choice of real ales and well-cooked standard pub fare – sit in the beer garden by the beautiful river in wonderful limestone countryside – they have a tiny cottage attached available to let.
The Cheshire Cheese - Hope
This 16th Century dining pub with rooms is situated at the foot of Losehill – with a selectin of real ales - home cooked food – including a selection of pies and suet steak and kidney suet pudding - open fires - 4 cosy rooms and world class walks from the door - it makes The Cheshire Cheese an excellent base to explore the High Peak.
The George - Alstonefield
Sitting on the village green in Alstonefield – this family-run pub dates from 1714 - unspoilt & cosy nestled in above the Dove Valley – a foodie venue it has been the Michelin Guide and since 2009 in The Good Food Guide – a selection of well-kept ales & some carefully selected wines top off the package.
The Flying Childers - Stanton in the Peak
The pub sits just off the edge of Stanton Moor & the enigmatic Nine Ladies stone circle – with two welcoming bars, log fires in the winter & a lovely beer garden in the summer – a good selection of real ales and interesting food – the perfect walkers destination.
The Sycamore - Parwich
A traditional country pub in the pretty village of Parwich run by ever buzzing Kirsty - serving cask ales and delicious home cooked food – lots of different special dishes and interesting theme nights - plus the pub serves as the village shop.
The Queens Arms - Taddington
Recently taken on by Jim & Ellie Hollingworth of Carriages Bar/Restaurant fame - a friendly local with a good selection of real ales - plus a menu featuring pub classics - all cooked to order - well worth a detour off the Taddington bypass.
The White Lion - Great Longstone
A cosy family pub with an excellent reputation for its food and well kept Robinsons Ales - situated in the pleasant village of Great Longstone and ½ mile from the Monsal Trail – the menu is seasonal with a selection of pub classics – light - bites are available at lunchtime.
The Devonshire Arms - Pilsley
Situated at the heart of the Chatsworth Estate in village of Pilsley - surrounded by magnificent countryside – with a high quality locally sourced menu - most of which come from the Chatsworth Estate - local cask ales including the famous Chatsworth Gold – plus thirteen comfy rooms.
The Anglers Rest - Bamford
Derbyshire's first community owned pub which incorporates The Rest Cafe & Bistro and a Post Office with extended opening hours - a warm welcome - real ales and home cooked food – The Rest Café is home to Art in the Café - a monthly exhibition of original work by local artists – the pub is unique as it is jointly owned by over 320 people from the local area.
The Lamb Inn - Chinley
This 18th Century coaching Inn is nestled in the hillside just off the A624 halfway between Chinley and Hayfield - offering numerous dining areas with beams, wood burners stone floors and a warm and friendly atmosphere – the daily changing menu consists of good hearty pub classics - plus eastern influenced dishes -accompanied with hand pulled real ales - on sunnier days there is extensive outside seating with views of the surrounding hills - the pub has three letting rooms.
The Chequers - Froggatt
The present Inn was built in 1735 by Thomas Marples - during this period that the body snatchers from nearby Eyam would call here for a flaggon of ale as they made their way to carry out these macabre deeds in the graveyards of Sheffield – today The Chequers is a bustling stylish pub with rooms offering excellent food and drink – plus lovely gardens.
The Swan Inn - Kettleshulme
Tucked away on the edge of The Peak District is this little gem – renowned for its excellent food - plus real ales are sourced from local micro brewers where possible - specialising in fresh fish and seafood - the pork and highland beef are sourced from farms in the village - puddings are home-made followed by freshly ground coffees – everybody is welcome - including children and dogs.
The Beehive - Combs
This superb pub is located at the heart of the village of Combs - offering stunning views of surrounding fells - roaring log fires in the winter and beautiful floral displays in the summer – food is at the centre of everything - using the very best local ingredients – all the pub classics plus some interesting specials - traditional cask ales & a holiday cottage – the recently added Farm Shop complete the deal.
Ye Olde Butchers Arms - Reapsmoor
This unique country pub has been run by Carl since time immemorial - sitting on the edge of the moor there are not many of these farmhouse pubs left - always a friendly welcoming atmosphere – gets very lively at times – not for the faint hearted - dogs welcome – and there is an occasional campsite - check The Butchers is open before you go!
The Manifold - Hulme End
Set in the beautiful Manifold Valley - this 200 year old coaching inn – a superb base for walking, & bike riding – pub food classics and well-kept ales are the order of the day – plenty of room to sit around outside and the conservatory at the back – the Manifold has letting bedrooms & there is a campsite next door.
The Lazy Trout - Meerbrook
Overlooked by The Roaches – this excellent pub is a top foodie destination – offering well cooked sensibly priced food - five real ales, with guests from smaller local breweries – a good selection of gins - occasional live music - children & dogs welcome - muddy boots in some parts - seats out at front by quiet lane and in the garden behind with superb views to the Roaches and Hen Cloud.
The Scotsmans Pack - Hathersage
This interesting traditional listed pub is tucked away up a lane in Hathersage - on one of the old roads leading to Sheffield - with some beautiful walks and cycling trails on the doorstep – food wise it’s pub classics with excellent Sunday lunches – and of course their famous steak pie – a good selection of cask ales – plus en suite letting rooms – a good base to explore this bit of the Peaks.
The Crag Inn - Wildboarclough
This interesting country pub is set at the foot of Shutlingsloe in Wildboarclough – totally rural - it was originally a farm built 1629 - converted to a beer house 1825 - known as Bottom of the Hill – The Crag has two real fires - hot and cold bar snacks are available – local real ales - the patio area outside offers stunning views of the countryside - perfect location for walkers & cyclist or passers-by to refuel.
The Stables Bar - Monsal Head
One of the best views in the Peak District is literally on the doorstep – offering a rustic ambience - The Stable Bar was then the original stables for the horses that carried passengers up the steep incline to the Hotel, from the station in Monsal Dale below – the pub retains many of its original period features such as the sloping flag floor and the horse stalls - sit amidst horse tack & hay rack to consume some excellent food & a good selection of local microbrewery ales – sit outside take the air and enjoy the view in the large outdoor seating area – there are rooms in the hotel as well – pick an off peak time to come to this slightly bonkers little gem.
The Royal Oak - Wetton
This friendly 300 year old traditional country pub sits in the middle of the village - offering excellent pub food and a selection of ever changing Real Ales - an open fire and beer garden - family friendly - walkers, cyclists, muddy boots and dogs are all welcome – there’s usually plenty of banter round the bar.
The Packhorse - Crowdicote
Nestling in the upper valley on the old packhorse route from Newcastle under Lyme to Hassop – a welcome stopover back in the day half way up the climb out of the valley – stunning views from the pub - homemade locally sourced food - real ales from local breweries – dog friendly.
The Bulls Head - Monyash
Sitting on the village green at the centre of Monyash – with the bar is still the heart of this historic country pub - farm workers, dry-stone wallers supping pints alongside ramblers, cyclists and families enjoying a day out in the glorious White Peak – good hearty food & a wide selection of beers are available - log fires & traditional pub games top off the package – plus there is plenty of outside seating around the pub.
The Royal Oak - Hurdlow
Sitting next to The High Peak Trail – this friendly country pub is the perfect base for exploring the delights of the southern Peakland – hearty English pub food is the order of the day – along with some well-kept ales and sneaky cocktails – with a cosy pub atmosphere – real fires and an excellent outside seating area – a campsite & bunk barn complete the package.
The Greyhound - Warslow
The CAMRA award winning Greyhound is a family run freehouse in Warslow - just on the edge of the moors - a good selection of artisan ales are always available - plus some pub classics on the food front - the pub has six letting bedrooms and hopes of a micro-brewery in the future - free pool is available.
Ye Olde Nags Head - Castleton
This timeless 17th Century Coaching Inn is situated in the centre of Castleton – cosy feel to the bar with a log-burner – the interesting menu uses local and organic produce with a section of daily specials – a good selection of beers and wine with attentive service – there are 10 en-suite letting rooms including four-poster bedrooms and three with Spa bathing – the ethos is to create 17th century tradition combined with today's modern day creature comforts.
The Coach & Horses - Fenny Bently
This 17th Century coaching inn is a traditional country free house run by the Dawson Family for many years - oak beams, flagged floors and log fires - good home-cooked food and an excellent selection of cask ales and fine wines – food is locally sourced where possible and the interesting menu is not the normal standard pub fare.
The Miners Arms - Eyam
Built in 1630 just before the great plague found its way to Eyam - the Barmote Court met here - presiding over the rights and wrongs of the local mining of lead and fluorspar – giving the pub its name - properly tucked away in the centre of the village The Miners is the only remaining public house - a delightful pub and restaurant with bed and breakfast accommodation – the menu is ever changing with a good selection of specials – there is outdoor seating as well.
The Robin Hood - Robin Hood
Just outside Chatsworth Park in the hamlet of Robin Hood – this recently refurbished inn offers a perfect pit stop for walkers & day trippers to this honey trap - food is served all day - as well as fresh coffee, cakes and afternoon teas - this stylish country pub has indoor dining areas and a spacious outdoor beer garden - dogs are welcome.
The Jug & Glass - Newhaven
This small 17th century quintessential coaching inn – with panoramic views across the Dales - a roasting fire on a snowy winter days – just off the Tissington & High Peak Trails - a secure cycle shed – good well priced pub food - and nine modern comfortable en suite rooms.
The Devonshire Arms - Beeley
Just a short walk from Chatsworth House in an idyllic village setting - a traditional English village inn with 18 beautiful en-suite bedrooms - AA Rosette standard food and real ale from local craft ales – the garden terrace has heaters for when the sun goes down.
The Grouse Inn - Longshaw
Set amongst some of the most magnificent views in the Peak District - between Longshaw and Froggatt Edge, a walkers haven - the Fletcher family have run the pub for years – they offer a warm welcome and a friendly atmosphere as well as four well-kept hand pulled real ales and good home-cooked pub food – the famous Steak Pie is worth the trip alone.
The Yorkshire Bridge - Bamford
Situated in the stunning Hope Valley and short stroll from Ladybower Reservoir - the Yorkshire Bridge Inn is a family owned award winning inn - fine food prepared to order using fresh local produce – a good choice of beers and well-priced wine list - plus 14 en-suite bedrooms - the Upper Derwent Reservoir area is a spectacular location and a walker’s paradise & famed for the Dambuster training runs.
The Miners Standard - Winster
The Inn is believed to have been built around 1653 - originally a farm house – the busy local lead mines transformed it into a pub - now run by Lindsay and Wez - who pride themselves on offering the wonderful charm and traditional appeal of a local country pub - home-made pub food – an excellent Sunday lunch – and being a free house, a good range of locals ales - and a nice little campsite.
The Duke of York - Elton
One of those time warp pubs that are swiftly disappearing from England - with two basic furnished rooms - towards the rear is the bar and snug with quarry tiled floor, fixed bench seating and real fire - outside toilets are next to the pigsty - Grade II listed - it is on the Campaign for Real Ale's National Inventory of Historic Pub Interiors – an interesting little gem.
The Manners - Bakewell
Back in the day this was the ‘wild west’ pub of Bakewell – now transformed into a family run gastropub - popular with locals as well as holiday makers – offering excellent cask ales and wonderful pub grub - the beer garden is perfect to enjoy the summer sun - plus the covered seating area fitted with heaters and cushioned seats is ideal for winter – the pub has two en suite letting rooms and Avenue House - a Victorian B&B with six en-suite letting bedrooms.
Ye Olde Rock Inn - Upper Hulme
This family owned and run country Inn sits just down below the iconic Roaches - Ye Olde Rock Inn has existed as a pub for over 200 years with the original building dating back to the 17th Century – recently refurbished – it’s Sunday lunches are legendary.
The Little Mill Inn - Rowarth
Set in two acres with a stream running through the grounds and a working mill wheel - ducks and geese - chickens & rabbits roaming around – an interesting menu using local produce and herbs and vegetables from the pubs organic herb garden wherever possible - a huge neat beer garden – and five letting bedrooms.
The Moon - Stoney Middleton
This traditional country pub has been a posthouse since 1821 – having recently undergone a comprehensive refurbishment - creating an interesting mix of rustic and modern – offering a decent wine list, real ales and home cooked food - a beer garden and eight en-suite rooms – walkers dogs cavers and climbers are all welcome.
The Red Lion - Litton
Old world unspoilt pub sat on the village green – it first became a pub in 1787 when it was converted from three miner’s cottages - with exposed stone walls & wood panelling in a number of small cosy rooms complete with blazing fires – it gives you the feeling of slipping back in time – well-kept real ales with standard pub fare – two letting bedrooms.
The Rambler Inn - Edale
Steeped in Derbyshire history with traditional roaring fires in every room we are the perfect place to relax after a hard day’s walk or cycle - a fine selection of local cask ales - good home cooked food - the beer garden has wonderful views over the surrounding hills – plus the inn has nine en-suite rooms.
The Lantern Pike - Little Hayfield
A village pub situated in the picturesque hamlet of Little Hayfield - steeped in history and rich in character - the very earliest Coronation Street episodes were written here by its originator Tony Warren - a roaring fire, good food complemented with a well-balanced wine list - well-kept real ales and five comfortable bedrooms – and ideal base for walkers and mountain bikers in this part of the peaks.
The Old Nags Head - Edale
Sitting at the official start of The Pennine Way – this is a low-ceilinged, stone-built, traditional country inn situated in a building dating back to 1577 – with a beautifully warming fire and several different rooms and snugs throughout the pub - filled with plenty of authentic character and charm – hearty pub food and well-kept real ales are the order of the day – they have a couple of cottages to let well.
The Packhorse - Little Longstone
This historic rustic country pub - situated just off the Monsal Trail - open fires on chilly days seats outside on sunny days - real ales and interesting food – properly locally sourced - wild boar from local woods and the beef is reared two fields away - muddy boots, kids and dogs are all welcome.
The Barrel Inn - Bretton
High up on a ridge at the heart of the Peak District - sits the highest pub in Derbyshire dating back to 1597 - this traditional country inn has a unique character - with a cosy and peaceful oak-beamed bar - flagstones & studded doors in low doorways - open log fires and hand pulled real ales – the well cooked food covers most bases – the pub has four en-suite bedrooms.
The Bulls Head - Ashford in the Water
A 17th century coaching inn situated in the village of Ashford-in-the-Water - offering good food and a choice of cask ales - an open fire in winter - boules in the excellent beer garden when the sun shines – a good place to sit back and watch the world go by.
The Crispin - Great Longstone
Traditional family run village inn - award-winning cellar and good pub food – open fires - beer garden – walkers dogs & muddy boots welcome – an excellent finish to a walk in this corner of the peaks.
The Red Lion - Birchover
With a wood burning stove in each room, oak beams and local gritstone walls – this is an excellent venue to relax with some good ale – brewed on site in their Birchover Brewery – the food is a fusion of locally sourced produce and the chefs recipes from his Sardinian homeland - the landlord Matteo (the Sardinian connection) - has been perfecting and producing the pubs very own Bircher Blue cheese for over 10 years – a good place to rock up after a walk on Stanton Moor.
