The Barns

Pubs

• The Queens Arms - Bakewell - ideally located in the heart of the town, serving local ales, a selection of gins and wines and on some Saturday nights great live bands. A warm and welcoming open fire awaits you and a small outside courtyard for the warmer days / evenings. Unfortunately they do not serve food but why not make it your pre or post dinner stop off, a firm town favourite.

• The Ashford Arms, Ashford in the water- a 30 minute scenic walk by the river as you leave Bakewell or a 5 minute drive - 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 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 Packhorse, Little Longstone - Lovely historic character features in this compact pub – promotes itself with ‘Walkers and Muddy boots welcome.’ It is worth booking a table for a group as it is popular with the locals.

• The White Lion, Great Longstone -  gastro pub situated in the pretty village of Great Longstone. Pub classics, sandwiches, starters and children's menu. Beer garden and dog friendly.

• The Crispin, Great Longstone - family run pub, serving home made classic pub food, with beer garden plus welcomes dogs.

• The Beeley Inn, Beeley- Set on the Chatsworth Estate, formerly The Devonshire Arms is one of those picturesque country inns at the heart of village life. It offers the charm and character of an historic inn with a contemporary twist! The Brasserie is modern, bright and relaxing while the Inn is cosy and inviting.

• The Bull’s Head, Monyash - A traditional pub located in the heart of the village, serving good pub food. Popular with families and walkers.

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.

• Lovage, Bakewell - owned and run by former Great British Regional Finalist Lee Smith, modern food with a laid back and welcoming atmosphere. Booking is advisable.

• The Charleston, Bakewell - Step into a world where 1920s glamour meets modern sophistication. Located right in the centre of the vibrant town of Bakewell, this stunning property is a bustling hub for morning coffees, brunches, and casual lunches, by day. By night, it transforms into an ultra-stylish destination for fine dining, expert mixology, and world-class live jazz. Opens daily from 9am

Cafes

• Lavender Tea Rooms, Bakewell - A lovely quaint tea room, hidden in the corner of Hebden court, the charming décor includes vintage memorabilia and there’s outside seating in the sheltered courtyard. A great place for afternoon tea.

• Chatsworth Estate Farm Shop Cafe - Located around the back of the award-winning farm shop is this great cafe serving local produce with amazing views over the estate.
  

• Chatsworth Kitchen, Rowsley - located within Peak Shopping Village, delicious fresh and locally sourced produce from the farm and gardens of Chatsworth. Serving breakfasts, sandwiches, pizzas, pies alongside cakes and coffees.

• 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 station building.

• Aisseford Tea Room, Ashford in the Water - Pretty village tea room with lots of outdoor seating. 

• Hobbs Café, Monsal Head Hotel, Monsal Head - Situated at Monsal Head this cosy café offers great views and serves locally made ice cream.

• 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.

• There are plenty of quaint tea and coffee shops dotted around Bakewell
  

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

• Hope Valley Pizza Co - Take away pizza with free delivery

• 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.
  

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. Cycle or Walk the Monsal Trail

With the Monsal Trail close by (access to the trail is a short walk across Bakewell from the Barns) it would be rude not to take the opportunity to cycle/walk along this old Midland Railway line which runs from Bakewell right up to Blackwell Mill, in Chee Dale. The trail offers 8.5 miles of traffic free and mud free cycling / walking and with the reopened tunnels offers one of the most spectacular leisure routes in Britain for cycling, walking and horse riding. The nearest cycle hire is at Hassop station which is great place to stop for a bite to eat or for a coffee and nice piece of home made cake! There is also a lovely little gift shop and book shop and a children’s play area.

Click here for a link to cycle hire at Hassop Station or here for more information on the Monsal Trail.

3. Chatsworth House and Park

No visit to the Peak District would be complete without visiting the fabulous Chatsworth House. At Chatsworth there is something to do for every member of the family. The Farmyard and Adventure playground is a brilliant day out for children of all ages - with animal handling, milking demonstrations and daily activities, plus a woodland adventure playground with slides, climbing nets and more! Then there is obviously the house itself, steeped with history it’s one of Britain’s greatest stately homes and has been passed down through 16 generations of the Cavendish family. The gardens are equally as impressive as the house, over 100 acres of landscaped garden sitting alongside the seasonal beautiful flowers and plants, there are giant water features and sculptures dotted around.  Plus a maze to try and tackle.

Click here for a link to Chatsworth House and Park.

4. Take a tour around the Thornbridge Brewery

This award winning brewery is just down the road from the property and for any real ale lover taking a tour of this state-of-the art brewery is not to be missed. Please contact them for details. After a day exploring The Peaks why not try their Tap room, offering a huge selection of local ales and gins, plus wines and soft drinks - this is a great venue for large or small groups.  Furnished with a mixture of sofas, church pews, rustic tables it's slightly different to the other pubs in town and it has a real buzz about it. Dog friendly too.

Click here for further information on Thornbridge Brewery.

5. Visit Haddon Hall

After Chatsworth, Haddon Hall is the second most popular historic house in the Peak District. Haddon Hall dates back from the 12th century and is a fine example of a fortified medieval manor house, very little has changed over the centuries in fact the most modern room in the house is the Elizabethan long gallery! As Haddon Hall provides a unique view of early English life it makes the property very popular as a film and TV location, various versions of Jane Eyre have been filmed at Hall as well as Pride and Prejudice, The  Other Boleyn Girl and most recently Death come to Pemberley, however these are just a few of the Hall film and TV appearances. The Hall is open to the public, however please note that it does close for periods throughout the winter season, so please check its website for its opening times and special events.

Click here for a link to Haddon Hall.

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

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

• Washing up liquid

• Cling film &, kitchen foil

• Bin bags

• 5 x dishwasher tablets

• 2 x tea towels

• 1 x dish cloth

• Basic cleaning materials

• Utilities - electric, gas, heating and hot water

• Free Wi-fi

Useful Information

• Fresh linen with beds made up upon arrival

• The venue does use feather pillows in the bedrooms so may not be suitable for guests with allergies

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

• 2 x high chair (if requested)

• 1 x Travel Cot 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.

• Child's Toilet Seat

• 1 x hair-dryer
  

• Gas central heating through out,  underfloor heating on the ground floor.

• 5 Smart TV's throughout the property, 1 in the lounge and the other 4 TV's in bedrooms 1,3,4 and 5.

• 1 x Bose bluetooth speaker
  

• Coin-operated washing machine and tumble dryer. Takes £1's
  

• Iron & ironing board

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

• 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).

• Microwave

• Hot Plate

• Warming Tray

• Table Top Veg Warmer

• Slow Cooker

• Electric oven, separate gas hob
  

• Double under counter fridge

• Under counter freezer
  

• Pots, pans, roasting tins, crockery, glassware and cutlery

• Double toaster

• Kettle

• Dishwasher

• Kitchen scales

• 1 x cafetiere

• Dining table and chairs for 10 guests
  

Parking

• ​There is space for 5 cars

• Access to the property is down a narrow lane (approximately 3 mtrs wide) and then through a five bar gate, which is narrow- please check the width of your car and that it is less than 2.44mtr wide.

• Once the gate is shut the site is fully secure

• 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

• ​Well maintained private garden

• Lawn area

• Flagged patio area

• Garden furniture that seats 10 guests with parasol- available between the 1st April to 31st October

• Hose Available

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

Property Quirks

• ​There is a lockable shed for up to 10 bikes, to be used at your own risk. We do advise to make sure your bikes are covered under your own house insurance for personal belongings, personal effects and household content

• Narrow gateway and drive- access to the shared lane is required at all times

• There is a coin operated washing machine that takes £1 coins

• There are 2 flights of stairs one is from the Dining Room and access to bedrooms 4 and 5 and a further set to access bedroom 3 and a bathroom

Dogs

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

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

• Please make sure you clear all dog litter from the garden

• Please do not leave dogs 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