Country Pub

• Royal Oak, Hurdlow – Our very own award winning pub offer open fires, hidden corners, local ales and of course ‘great homemade pub food’. Booking advised.
  
• 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.
• Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese Inn, Longnor - Traditional village pub
  
• The Bull’s Head, Monyash - A traditional pub located in the heart of Monyash, serving good pub food. Popular with families and walkers.
• Devonshire Arms, Hartington - Located in the heart of the village – good stop for lunch.
• The George at Alstonfield - The George is an unspoilt, historic, family run pub in the Peak District village of Alstonefield, above Dovedale.
• The Manners, Bakewell - Great local Chef has returned to his roots to provide excellent food in the heart of Bakewell. Family friendly Beer Garden.
  
• 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.
  

Restaurant

• 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.
• Indian Palace, Buxton - Great Indian restaurant in the centre of Buxton
• Lone Star, Buxton - Mexican/American cuisine, known for their large portions.
  
• The Woodyard, Bakewell - Great location by the river in Bakewell for a family friendly Restaurant. Serves both lunch and dinner.

Cafes

• Longnor Craft Centre and Coffee Shop - Longnor Craft Centre occupies the old Market Hall just opposite from the property. Food served all day with huge slices of home-made cake on the menu!
• Manifold Fish and Chips Café, Longnor - Commonly known as the ‘Longnor Chippy’ and is frequented by all the locals. It serves the best fish and chips in the area which you can eat in or takeaway. Well worth a visit. Lunch and dinner served but check for opening times.
  
• 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.
  
• 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 newly refurbished station building.
• Hartington Farm Shop and Cafe, Hartington -  A great place to refuel after along walk ! They serve  breakfast,  light bites, main meals, hot drinks and delicious home-made cakes.
  

Fresh Delivered Meals and Take Aways

• Sauced Here-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
• Manifold Fish and Chips Café, Longnor - Commonly known as the ‘Longnor Chippy’  it serves the best fish and chips in the area which you can eat in or takeaway. 
• Simply Thai
  
• Pizza Express
  
• Taj Mahal
  
• Khomkhai Thai Cuisine
• Indian Palace
• The Great Panda Restaurant (Chinese)
  
• 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.
  

1. The Manifold Trail

A short but very attractive walking/cycle route along the route of the former Leek & Manifold Light Railway. Look out for the impressive Thor’s Cave and interesting rock formations along the way and stop for lunch at the lovely National trust tea rooms at Wetton Mill or take a picnic to have down by the river.

Click here for information on the Manifold Trail

2. Tittesworth Reservoir

Located just outside the mill town of Leek on the edge of the Peak District National Park, this Severn Trent reservoir is another great day out for all the family. There are two lovely walks around the reservoir, the shorter trail is only 1.5miles and is ideal for a gentle stroll and suitable for pushchairs. For bird watchers and wildlife lovers, there are two hides available to use. The fantastic large adventure play area is suitable for children between the ages of 2 and 15 years old. The large sand pit is especially popular so don't forget to bring your bucket and spade! You are very welcome to take your own picnic and there are plenty of idyllic spots for this, but you can also enjoy a barbecue in the new designated area.

Please click here for more information on Tittesworth Reservoir

3. The Roaches

The Roaches, with Hen Cloud and Ramshaw Rocks form a gritstone escarpment which marks the south-western edge of the Peak District. A mecca for walkers and climbers with some of the best gritstone climbing  in the country. Once you have reached the top of the rocky ridge there are stunning viewing across the Staffordshire moorlands. Obviously no trip would be complete without catching the ‘winking man.’

Click here for more information on the Roaches

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 chose to go for a swim at the recent refurbished 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, the 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):

• Anti Bacterial Hand soap
• Loo rolls (1 x on the holder and 1 spare per bathroom)
• Washing up liquid
• Cling film & foil
• Bin liners
• 5 x dishwasher tablets
• 4 x tea towels
• 1 x dish cloth and pan scrubber
• Basic cleaning materials
• Iron and ironing board.
• Utilities - Electric, gas, heating and hot water
• Wifi

Useful Information

• 3 High chairs (if requested)
• 3 x Travel Cots
• Fresh linen with beds made up upon arrival
• Fresh towels - 1 x bath towel per guest and hand towels in the bathrooms
• Washing machine and tumble dryer
• 52 inch Smart TV with free view in the main lounge – HDMI comparable (please bring your own cable) with DVD player
• Only Abbey Cottage has a Freeview TV in the lounge
• Each bedroom in the main building has a free view TV (not smart tv's)
• Tribit XSound Surf Portable 12W Bluetooth wireless speaker
  
• Hair Dryer (if requested)
• Christmas- throughout December the property does have  Christmas Tree decorated with lights

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).

• 2 x Microwave
• Kitchen Scales
• American style fridge/freezer
• Extra fridge
• One standard filter coffee machine with 1 x jug and several cafetieres
• 2 Kettle
• 2 toasters
• Electric whisk
• Food processor
• Pots, pans, roasting tins, crockery, glassware and cutlery
• 6 ring gas hob and large electric double oven a with a warming tray
• 2 x dishwasher
• Dining area in the bar has 4 x tables measuring  122cm x 183cm and 2 x oblong tables measuring 91cm x 152cm
• There are 15 chairs and 4 benches (which can easily seat 3 people per bench) there are also 10 bar stools. There are extra chairs throughout the venue which can be moved and used if required.
• In Abbey and Calke cottages there is dining for 4

Bar Area

• Standard check in time is 4pm and check out is 10am
• Please remove dirty and high heeled shoes on entry
• Please do not bring any candles or tea lights to the property as they are not allowed
• Please no fireworks or Chinese lanterns
• No smoking or vaping inside the property. Vaping can trigger the fire alarms
• We ask that any outside socialising be brought inside by 9pm. We kindly ask that neighbours and local residents are not disturbed after this time.

Parking

• There is parking for 20 cars to the rear of the property
• Please do not block the access to the gate opposite and also the parking space next to Mosley Cottage
• Please do not park in the village carpark (opposite the pub)

Outdoor Space

• Large Car Park
• Outdoor garden furniture
• Courtyard nestled between the main building and cottages, with seating
• Paved patio area to the rear of the property
• Small lawn area located off the car park
• BBQ- charcoal - half oil drum style, available between the 1st April to 31st October, please supply your own charcoal and lighting equipment
• It is not fence secure to the road so please do not leave pets and children unattended

Property Quirks

• Some of the bedrooms in the cottages do have sloping ceilings so may reduce head height for some guests 
• There are steps to access the main back door
• There are steps down to the kitchen area in Calke Cottage
• The open fire in the main building is purely decorative, the lights are located in the cupboard behind the bar
• Please be aware that in the cottages there is a Saniflo system which means nothing other than toilet paper is to go into the toilet
• There is no lounge area in Calke Cottage only a kitchen diner
• In Etwell Cottage there are just bedrooms and no dining / kitchen or lounge area but there are tea making facilities with trays of tea/ coffee and sugar in each of the  bedrooms

Dogs

• We allow 4 dogs in 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 the bedrooms
• Please do clear any dog litter from the grounds and garden
• Please do not leave dogs unattended 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. There is good coverage in the main communal areas and also in the cottages. Fibre connection