Swallow Barn

Country Pubs

• The Bull’s Head, Monyash - A traditional pub located in the heart of the village, serving good pub food. Popular with families and walkers and only a 2 minute walk away!
  

• The Royal Oak, Hurdlow - award winning pub offers open fires, hidden corners, local ales and of course ‘great home-made pub food’ as it should be. They can happily cater for larger groups - booking advised.

• The Bull, Ashford in the Water - Traditional Robinson's small character pub serving great food in a lovely Derbyshire village with the River Wye flowing through the heart of it. Lovely cosy fire in the winter months.

• The Ashford Arms, Ashford in the water - based in the centre of the village. This pub was always a popular place to visit and has now been completely renovated to offer a welcoming place to dine inside or out. An extensive menu, including Sunday Roasts, breakfasts and Children menus. Open from 8am every day. Dog friendly

• The Packhorse, Crowdecote - Located at the bottom of the bank just outside Longnor. There are well kept ales which change regularly and traditional home-made pub food. It’s a lovely place to visit for the scenery – careful of the hair pin bends on the way!

• Devonshire Arms, Hartington - Centrally located in the heart of the village – good stop for lunch.

Restaurants

• The Woodyard, Bakewell - Great location by the river in Bakewell for a family friendly Restaurant –  Serves both lunch and dinner.
  

• PieDaniels, Bakewell - A fine French restaurant and cafe bar in the heart of Bakewell offering a selection of fine French & English cuisine.

• Rajas Indian Restaurant - A great Indian restaurant located in the Bridge House just on the edge of the famous Bakewell Bridge. They also do take-aways.

• Simply Thai, Buxton - Great local Thai restaurants located in the centre of town – booking is definitely recommended.

• Taj Mahal, Buxton - Excellent curry house in Buxton

• Pizza Express, Buxton -Well known pizza chain in a great location for town and the Opera House – kid friendly.

• St. Moritz Restaurant, Buxton - Swiss and Italian cuisine, great pasta dishes and also has a excellent pre- theatre menu.

• Lone Star, Buxton - Mexican/American cuisine, known for their large portions.
  

Cafes

• The Old Smithy Café, Monyash - Rustic! Famous for its breakfast featured in the Top 50 Breakfast Book in the country. Character décor, open year round – walkers and bikers welcome. Also serves lunch daily with dinner on certain days.

• Tagg Lane Dairy, Monyash- located just outside the village of Monyash you will find this popular coffee, cake and ice cream cafe, serving delicious home made ice creams, cakes and using fresh milk from the farm in their hot drinks. There is a small shop on site too to treat yourself to the produce.

• No 6 The Square, Buxton - Relax and enjoy morning coffee, light meals or a traditional English afternoon tea in the elegant surroundings of No. 6 The Square.

• Hassop Station Café & Bookshop -A  family friendly cafe with outdoor covered seating and play, with a focus on food, family & fresh air. Enjoy brunch, lunch or afternoon tea on the terrace on the renown Monsal Trail or in the old refurbished station building.

• There are several independent cafes in Buxton and Bakewell to enjoy.

Fresh Delivered Meals and Take-Aways

• My Peak Event - fantastic selection of home made prepared meals from local chef/cooks - great for large groups. They also provide a full basket of groceries from local producers that can replace a supermarket delivery.
  

• Scoff - Delicious, home-cooked food, delivered to you in the Peak District

• Bakewell Fish and Chip Shop

• Rajas Indian Restaurant

• Maazi -Sumptuous Indian meal or buffet delivered to your door. Numerous catering options and can also provide waiting on staff and even take away the washing up.

• Simply Thai
  

• Pizza Express
  

• Taj Mahal
  

It is always best to check the websites for any seasonal opening times as some places do shut early or close over the winter months.

1. Spend a day exploring the historic market town of Bakewell

Bakewell is the largest town within the Peak District National Park and is a hub of activity. Market day is on a Monday and as well as a large range of stalls there is also an agricultural market which is definitely worth a look around as it offers a great insight todays farming community. The town also hosts a craft and gift fair most weekends in the Brigade town hall. The Bakewell Old House Museum occupies one of the oldest buildings in Bakewell and dates back to 1543, it provides a fascinating glimpse into the towns past and is very interesting and informative with lots to appeal to all ages. Obviously no trip to Bakewell would be complete without sampling an original Bakewell pudding. The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop claims to have the old the original recipe and still makes the puddings by hand from the secret recipe.

Click here for a link to further information on Bakewell.

2. The Tissington and High Peak Trails

With the Tissington and High Peak Trails close by you can walk for miles along these old railway lines. Both trails meet at Parsley Hay, the Tissington Trail runs along a 13 mile route from Ashbourne to Parsley Hay, while the High Peak Trail is 17.5 miles long route from the High Peak junction near Cromford to Dowlow. Surrounded by beautiful countryside the traffic-free trail is ideal for horse riders, cyclists and walkers of all abilities. It is also suitable for wheel chairs and pushchairs along the flat sections and the trail is mainly mud free which is quite rare in the Peak District. The nearest access and also bike hire is at Parsley Hay which is 2 miles away and is at the junction of the High Peak and Tissington Trails.

Click here for more information on Parsley Hay cycle hire.

3. Lathkill Dale

Just down the road from the property is the starting point of one of Derbyshire best known walks through the beautiful Lathkill Dale. Lathkill Dale is a fine example of a limestonedale, the river Lathkill rises just below Monyash and flows down to meet the Wye just below Haddon Hall. The valley is full of interesting flora and fauna, the upper part of the valley is a National Nature Reserve and is managed by Natural England with several Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI’s.) The lower part of the valley is equally stunning as the river widens and is a perfect spot for picnics and maybe a wild swim in the summer.

Click here for further information on Lathkill Dale

4. The Spa town of Buxton

The spa town of Buxton can really offer something for everyone; enjoy a stroll around the pretty Pavilion gardens. The kids can enjoy the playground areas or you might choose to go for a swim at the public swimming pool. The more adventurous may want to try out ‘Go Ape’ the treetop adventure course, for those without a head for heights a visit to Poole’s Cavern is fascinating, and it’s a great activity especially for kids when the weather does not cooperate for outdoor activities. For theatre lovers, seeing a show in the intimate Buxton Opera House is a must, and for the shopaholics the pretty Cavendish Arcade has a range of lovely little boutique shops. Lovers of real ale will enjoy visiting Buxton Tap House, which is Buxton’s own brewery pub serving its very own ales and bitters.

Click here for further information on Buxton

5. Chatsworth House and Park

No visit to the Peak District would be complete without visiting the fabulous Chatsworth Estate. There really is something to do for every member of the family - The Farmyard and Adventure playground, the magnificent house and the gardens which are equally as impressive as the house , with the maze, garden trails, and the famous water cascade to keep the little ones occupied.

Click here for a link to Chatsworth House and Park.

A basic weekend supply of the following essentials are supplied (as there are no staff on site if you run out you will have to replace):

• Hand soap

• Loo rolls (1 x on the holder and 1 spare per bathroom)

• Washing up liquid

• Cling film & kitchen foil

• Bin bags

• A few dishwasher tablets to get you started

• Tea towels

• Dish cloths

• Basic cleaning materials

• Utilities - Electric, gas, heating and hot water

• Free Wi-Fi

Useful Information

• 1 x high chair (if requested)

• 1 Travel Cot- (if requested) we provide basic travel cot's that comply with BSI. Please note that due to health and safety reasons, you will need to bring cot linen and any extra padding you require over and above the lightly padded standard base that is supplied by the manufacturer, we do not supply a mattress.

• Fresh linen with beds made up upon arrival

• Fresh towels - Bath towel for each guest and hand towels in the bathroom

• 1 x multi fuel open fire in the main lounge – 1 x complimentary basket of logs (due to health and safety we cannot supply fire lighters or matches so please bring your own). There is a log store on site where you are able to get another bag of logs with an honesty box should you wish to purchase more.

• 1 x Smart TV with Free sat and DVD player in the Snug

• 1 x Nest Speaker

• 1 x Digital Radio

• 2 x Hair Dryers available available in bedrooms 2 and 4

• Combination Washing Machine & Tumble Dryer

• Iron, ironing board & drying rack

• Christmas- throughout December there will be a Christmas Tree decorated with a set of lights

• The Table Football that features on the Virtual Tour is now no longer available alongside the sofa bed featured in the snug

• For the safety and well-being of all our guests, we kindly ask that you bring any personal first aid supplies you may need, as first aid kits are not provided in our properties
  

• Please note that some rooms may have been updated with new furnishings & decor since the photos or virtual tour were taken

Cooking and Dining

Any kitchen items that are absolutely vital for your stay, please check with us before your visit to ensure that it is at the property (as things do sometimes get broken).

• Integrated Microwave/Grill

• Kitchen Scales

• Rangemaster Double oven with 5 gas hobs, warming zone and grill

• American style fridge freezer with ice and water dispenser

• Plenty of pots, pans, roasting tins and a Yorkshire pudding tin

• Crockery and cutlery

• Double toaster

• 3 x Cafetieres

• 1 x Kettle

• Dishwasher

• Dining table in the open plan kitchen seating 10 and 2 breakfast bar stools

• Variety of glassware including Champagne Flutes

• Corkscrew

Parking

• The parking is on street and in front of the house​, spaces for 4 cars

• Please do not park around the back of the property as this is access only for the farm behind

• There is more street parking in the village if needed

• For reasons of both safety and property insurance, under no circumstances should you use the domestic plug sockets in the property to charge an electric vehicle. Our domestic supply in the property does not have the capacity or set up to support EV charging. Please use this link, that you may find helpful, for the local nearby charging stations. 

Outdoor Space

• ​Sheltered, enclosed garden with Limestone walls

• Landscaped with raised borders and shrubbery

• Level lawn area

• Gravel area with log store

• Garden furniture seating 12 - with parasol

• Outside tap - but no hose

• BBQ- charcoal- available between the 1st April to 31st October, please supply your own charcoal and lighting equipment

Property Quirks

• ​Located near to a working farm so you may experience some seasonal sights and smells and the odd tractor going passed the property

• The front door opens to the main road so if there are dogs or small children in the group please be careful

• There is a step from the snug to the lounge

• There are 2 staircases the set from the snug that lead to bedroom 5 are quite narrow and steep

• Stone step from the hallway into the kitchen

• Jack and Jill bathroom for bedroom 3 and 4

• 2 stone steps from the hallway double doors to the garden area

• Character features including a stone overhang windowsill in the ground floor bedroom, near the head of the bed in bedroom 1

Dogs

• ​We allow 2 dogs at the property and charge £30 per dog for the duration of their stay

• We do ask that dogs are kept off the furniture and out of all bedrooms

• Please make sure you clear all dog litter from the gardens and grounds

• Please do not leave your dog unattended in the property or garden at any time

Wi-Fi

• Wi-Fi is provided free of charge, however, as the Peak District is in a beautiful rural location sometimes there may be intermittent signal which is beyond our control. We also hope you appreciate that we cannot guarantee Wi-Fi if there are technical issues in the area

Cancellation Policy