The Best Restaurants in Aldwark, Derbyshire, United Kingdom (2025)

What a beautiful riverside location! I've never experienced dining at a restaurant like Stones before and I wasn't disappointed. Everything about our evening was amazing. The food was absolutely delicious and the staff were extremely friendly and attentive. We were made to feel very special by everyone there.

Incredible value for money. Beautiful taster menu. Stunning wine pairings. Exemplary service. 10/10. Highly recommend. Will be back.

What a fantastic dining experience. We went for the 8 course tasting menu with wine pairing. We thought it was excellent value at £75pp & £45 for the wine. It had a different wine for all 8 courses. A nice touch was a menu for the complementary canapés. The stand out dishes for me was the halloumi canapé and salmon tartar 😍. Hubby’s star dishes were the ham hock terrine & strawberry parfait. He also loved both canapé’s & homemade sourdough and butters. Waiting staff were great, loved it & will be back!

Such a fantastic find, food and service were excellent. The wine pairing with the meal was well explained throughout and nothing was too much trouble for the waitress. Would definitely visit again and exceptional value for money.

Highly recommended - had my dad’s 80th here on Xmas Eve. The place has huge amounts of character, fostering a warm and eclectic vibe that I loved. The food was wonderful, the Christmas pie was to die for, and the range of local ciders were much appreciated. Huge thanks to the team for handling such a large group on Xmas Eve.

A very warm welcome from Collette and Mick today, backed up by a roaring log burner. Fantastic atmosphere and selection of drinks. The Barley Mow has some of the best pub food I've ever had. All home cooked and everything on the plate was perfect. Get a pie. They are all phenomenal. You cannot be disappointed.

Anyone who makes pies while reciting poetry by the bard Cooper-Clarke gets a thumbs up from me. Communication was amazing booking the table. Service was ace. Food was superb. We sadly couldn’t stay for the band, but will be back the next time we come to the Peak District. Loved it.

Loved this place. Good hospitality and nice welcome. Pie was top of the shop.

Super cute pub with LOADS of vegan options. So nice to see a pub with a majority vegan menu. The pub itself is pretty dinky which adds to its character. There is a small car park which is good. The food was simple home cooked food. We both got pasty’s but the burgers looked great too. The staff were also very nice!

Such a lovely pub with really great vegan food! The price was very reasonable and also dog friendly. Will definitely be returning! Very friendly landlord too.

Great pub with a good selection of ales and some great lagers/Pilsner too! The food is very tasty and being vegetarian, I particularly like that the menu is mostly veggie (some locally produced meat dishes on there too, which I'm sure will be good). Nice atmosphere to the place as well.

What a great cosy pub this is! Dropped in at lunch time on a Saturday. Very pleased to see a large selection of vegan dishes & some vegan beers on draught too. The staff couldn't have been more welcoming and the food arrived in good time. Dog friendly too. There's a small carpark opposite the pub enough for about 6 cars. They have a "secret" beer garden out the back too. Will definitely be visiting again when walking the surrounding, beautiful countryside.

We have eaten here a few times now and class it as a treat for a special occasion. We ate here recently and the food was very good as usual. However, I was shocked at the increase in price. The website which I have just checked again advertises 2 courses from £35 but this is no longer the case. It's more like £50 as you now pay for separate courses. So the website needs to be updated asap. We also used to get appetizers served to us before we went into the dining room and also between courses but sadly not any more. Again, really enjoyed what we had but only fo a special occasion.

Fischer’s is an exceptional restaurant. Every course was fantastic. It’s the second time we’ve been and the food was just as good this time round. We eat at a lot of fine dining restaurants and this is up there with the best food we’ve had.

Visited Fischer's at Baslow Hall for an early valentine's dinner with my partner. Neil and the serving staff were great and very friendly. The service never felt rushed and we had a drink in the bar area before being shown to our table. My partner and I have eaten at a fair few fine dining/Michelin restaurants over the years but this was the first time we've booked the Kitchen Bench experience. Ant and his kitchen staff were all very professional and relaxed and were happy to chat, have a laugh and answer any questions we had. They explained the dishes and the processes behind them and it was interesting to see the dishes being assembled and 'coming to live' on the pass. We enjoyed a 9 course tasting menu with some of the highlights being the fish course (especially the Bouillabaisse which it was served with), the Mushroom Pithivier and Egg Custard Tart! We were both very pleased with the whole experience and would thoroughly recommend it. Thanks for a great evening!

We thoroughly enjoyed our recent weekend stay, for our special occasion. The staff were extremely welcoming, friendly, attentive and helpful. Our luxurious room was beautifully decorated and the bed very comfortable. All of our meals were delicious, and we were very impressed with the extensive wine list. Our whole experience was delightful, no doubt due to the great attention to detail that everyone has here. The fabulous grounds and gardens add to the serenity of this beautiful place. We are so glad that we chose Fischers and hope to return..... This is a truly special place ❤️

An out of the way place in a beautiful location - unique, quirky and very welcoming. Pre-ordering makes the service very efficient. Great food. Bought goats cheese to enjoy at home which had a subtle flavour and was delicious. Overall experience highly recommended. Thank you to all the staff.

It was the lads Christmas party and decided to come to the Bull Shed for our meal. The food was delicious and the ambiance was lively. Although we had to wait between courses, we had a lot of catching up to do. The lamb chop was worth that wait.

This was our first visit to The Bull Shed and we loved it! It's very rustic, and very friendly and down to earth. Going job we booked as it was almost full. My husband and I had a melting camembert sharer to start - loads of bread and cooked to perfection. Then we both had rib eye steak, which came with chips, mushrooms, corn on the cob and a couple of cherry tomatoes. I can honestly say it was the best steak I've ever had. The service was great, staff were very welcoming and we'll definitely be back! Highly recommend A ++

Absolutely lovely, hardworking owners. Really nice rustic and relaxed vibe and very friendly. Food was delicious and served in a timely manner. Would highly reccommend.

Absolutely loved our meal here, we stopped in for lunch after a long rainy walk, greeted with a lit fire and cosy surroundings. The food was scrumptious, and I only wish our visit was longer as we were tempted by so many of the dishes! The staff were wonderful and so friendly. I would highly recommend The Old Dog and would happily visit again in future!

We have been here a couple of times and it's a lovely pub, great food and warm fires. Dog friendly too 🐕

Visited for a birthday meal. Excellent food, service and atmosphere. The roast beef was tender and plentiful. The fish, moist and delicious with a lovely sauce. Also plenty of side vegetables which were cooked to perfection. Thoroughly enjoyable meal.

Wow what a lovely pub we stumbled across after crossing the river via the local stepping stones far in the valley below. Back up the hill a five minute drive away. Excellent food (probably the best steak sandwich I’ve ever had and the beef is local), superb real ale, two real fires and very friendly service. If only I was a local! Highly recommend, well done guys.

I had the pleasure of staying in the oaks cottage for a weekend getaway in the beautiful rolling hills of Cromford. It was spotlessly clean and had the comfiest bed, a rainfall shower and was very tastefully furnished. After a walk at Black Rock (a must-visit!), kicking our boots off and relaxing in the warm cottage with a cup of tea in the lounge area was a great wind-down before an evening out. The kitchen invites you to cook up a storm, however we opted instead to take a stroll into the friendly town for dinner and enjoyed a delicious breakfast in the hotel restaurant the following morning. I had the English breakfast with fresh coffee and cold juice which was a perfect start to the day. The staff were so helpful and friendly and it was clear they wanted us to enjoy our stay and were happy to be there themselves. Overall this hotel was the perfect base for our Peak District getaway!

Fantastic stay, the room was perfect and really well furnished. The bed was so comfy and the bathroom was stunning. The service was incredible and I would definitely recommend the breakfast. The hotel is perfectly situated for beautiful walks in every direction and we really enjoyed visiting Cromford. There was literally nothing more we could have asked for from our stay thank you Oakhill.

I attended a work Christmas meal during an evening at the Oakhill Hotel. The location and hotel itself was excellent, with plenty of parking available. The service from staff was great, and everyone was very welcoming and friendly. The food looked and tasted amazing. Everything was cooked and presented perfectly. Overall this was a great experience at top class Hotel. I would definitely like to visit again.

Probably one of the smallest and friendliest hotels I've ever stayed at. Food was outstanding and the lamb shank was one of the best "mains" I've ever eaten. Room we stayed in was quite basic, but had some nice touches of quality finish. Young blond female staff member who checked us in at reception was superb. Restaurant/waiting staff were also brilliant.

We stayed nearby and walked in mainly due to its proximity and it ended up being such a lovely experience. They had pheasant casserole on as a special and it was so delicious! One of the best meals I had out in a while. The service by the young guy at the bar was great too. Highly recommend for some delicious homely food.

Had an amazing meal here. My wife's Turkey dinner looked delicious, it was served with roast potatoes, mixed vegetables, roast parsnips, mashed potatoes and a cranberry stuffing ball. The Turkey was moist and a generous portion. I opted for the pie. There was a choice of steak and ale or pheasant and red wine. I had the pheasant and again this didn't disappoint. The staff we really friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend.

Came here for food this evening,as we are staying at harthill hall,it’s on the doorstep. So glad we came across this little gem. Staff are very friendly and welcoming,and the food is absolutely delicious. Pie is to die for. We will definitely be back when we stay in the area again.

Staying nearby on holiday, we easily booked a table to eat online in advance. Brilliantly friendly owner as we arrived early to play some pool (dedicated games room!), there's a good choice of ales and wines, and a wide food menu including specials. The food was absolutely amazing - brilliantly home cooked with plenty to eat. We sat near to the fire in the lovely decorated main room. Would highly recommend. If you were planning to eat at the weekend take note of the kitchen times and it's probably worth booking ahead a lot of tables were reserved when we visited (early Saturday evening)!

Had dinner a couple of times here. Food was exactly what you’d expect from a pub dinner. We had the Bean burger and fish & chips. Both yummy. The buffalo wing spicy sauce was the star of the show for me. Staff were super professional and attentive. Atmosphere very relaxed. Dog friendly.

⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely Fantastic – A Must-Visit! The Royal Oak in the Peak District is an absolute gem! We loved it so much that we went two nights in a row, and honestly, I wish we could have stayed longer. The staff were outstanding—friendly, welcoming, and they even remembered us and our drinks from the night before, which made the experience feel even more special. The food? Incredible. Every dish was full of flavor, cooked to perfection, and beautifully presented. Whether you’re after a hearty meal after a day exploring or just a great atmosphere with top-notch service, this place delivers on every level. I can’t recommend it highly enough—if you’re in the area, do yourself a favor and go! You won’t be disappointed

Lovely bustling pub with a great atmosphere. The really impressive thing here are the staff. All so helpful, attentive and friendly. The food was typical pub food, really well done and generous portions. A really broad selection. Very dog friendly. Spacious car park, but I’ve never been anywhere in the UK with as many potholes as this area so watch out.

Felt the warmth of the place as soon as we stepped through the door. We were greeted by a very friendly member of staff and shown to our table.....even though we were 3/4's of an hour before our booked time. No fuss and very much appreciated by our party of four. The ambience of the pub was lovely and it was our 1st visit. The food was excellent,all the staff were so attentive,friendly and made it a great experience to eat there. It was probably the best eating out I've had in a long time.....what an absolute gem. We will certainly be calling back in the future.....when we're next visiting the area.

We came across this pub late lunchtime in mid October. We were made extremely welcome by both the other customers and the bar staff - who was extremely knowledgeable about all her real ales. There was so much atmosphere to be soaked up. The food was good and the drinks served were in excellent shape, nothing was a bother to them. I would recommend this establishment to anyone who hopes to be given a very warm welcome.

Stayed here overnight in the campervan area. Really welcoming. All the staff and locals were chatty, was nice as was on my own (with the dog). Very dog friendly. Food was really great. All home made. Will definitely be returning. May even take the husband. Lots of walks from the pub too.

went here on the Sunday menu, pretty much everything was home made and tasted amazing. puddings were very good too. beer, cider and soft drinks were great aswell. nice country pub feel, great location and very good prices. very warm welcome, and very nicely kept pub. Will definitely be back for more and to try the other menu. dog friendly too

Not much to say other than, A brilliant little pub!. Wes was super welcoming and the food was on another level! They let us order half hour early as the chefs was already in which was nice as we was happy to wait till the kitchen opened. The atmosphere was top notch, the pub & facilities are exceptionally clean and well looked after. We camped here for £7 pp (kids are free) which is cheap in my opinion (showers are £1 coin run if you want one) and the views around the pub/field are so pretty. Enough space for easy 20+ campers/vans/ motor homes with a nice gap between them. The food and drink here is excellent value for money along with the camping. We will definitely be back in the future. Keep up the great work Wes and the team 👏