Top Restaurants in Sutton on the hill, Derbyshire

My husband and I stayed at the Ashford Arms on 1st Jan 2025 after visiting friends further south for NY and wanted to visit Chatsworth on our way home to the NE. Picked Ashford for its reviews and proximity to Chatsworth.

We were not disappointed. Lovely, well appointed room, ate in the bar and we had (separately) a great quinoa salad and a steak, both were excellent and just what we wanted. A good nights sleep and another excellent breakfast in the morning; poached eggs for him and pancakes with compote for me. Service through out was professional and attentive. Can't rate it highly enough. Read pamphlet in the loos about the chain and they definitely seem to have the right ethos for a strong and successful company. Would definitely stay again when in the area.

We didn’t stay here on our holiday in the Peak District, but would definitely consider it next time. We went to the pub twice during our last trip, and it has been one of the best pubs I’ve been to in the UK. The staff was beyond friendly/accommodating to my family (kids and my four-legged pal), and the food was great. The Sunday roast was amazing, and they actually took the time to season the sides like the potatoes and parsnips. The banana mousse was also really great way to top off the meal. Will definitely go again on my next holiday.

We stayed a couple of nights and ate a meal both evenings. What a treat! The rooms were first class. Extremely comfortable, spacious with White Company toiletries. From the moment we walked through the door the service was exemplary. We felt welcome and there was no delay at check-in. The evening meals were delicious and there was a good selection on the menu. A very relaxing atmosphere. A top class pub and hotel well deserving of our 5* rating. We can’t wait to return!

Lovely Pub. Stopped for lunch, had the crayfish crab cakes, were lovely. Separate sandwich lunch menu. Had two lovely local beers which went down very well. Wife’s wine was also lovely and presented very well. Had a little one with us and staff were friendly offering colouring equipment and a high chair. Kids menu also. Plenty of free parking just type in your registration. Lots of outside tables as well which would be perfect in the summer.

We stopped by and were really impressed. The location is fantastic, and the pub has a lovely, welcoming decor. The menu is expansive, with plenty of options — including vegetarian choices — and the food didn’t disappoint. The pie was packed full of tender beef, and the beer selection was excellent. Leah was great — friendly, attentive, and very knowledgeable about both the food and drinks. They accommodated us as walk-ins without any fuss, which was a bonus. Would love to come back and stay overnight next time!