The Maynard is a fine and beautiful boutique hotel, bar and restaurant nestled in the heart of the Peak District, easily accessible from Sheffield and Chesterfield. The restaurant, housed within the historic hotel, over looks Grindleford and boasts panoramic views of the Derwent Valley.
In March 2008, The Maynard underwent a total refurbishment that transformed the venue into a contemporary and modern space that offers guests, diners and drinkers a comfortable and welcoming environment to relax in. There are several distinct dining areas in The Maynard restaurant; the main room is a large room but the mood lighting and cleverly partitioning gives a feeling of intimacy and privacy. With stunning views across the Peak District, this room is perfect for romantic meals and special celebrations. A slightly smaller dining room branches off from this room and features a wood burning fireplace and comfy red seating. The bar area maintains an intimate ambience whilst the large lounge offers diners a bright and contemporary space in which to enjoy a pre or post-meal drink.
This highly acclaimed restaurant is thoroughly deserving of its 2 AA rosettes and serves beautifully conceived British dishes using the readily available Derbyshire produce. Head Chef Ben Hickinson changes the menu regularly to keep up with the seasonal ingredients. You can expect dishes such as local lamb rump served with a black olive and truffle tapenade, smoked paprika potatoes and Ratatouille, and pan-fried silver bream with a ham hock hash cake, wilted spinach and garden pea salsa verde
The Maynard hotel, bar and restaurant is a highly favoured venue for weddings and wedding receptions. The quality of service, food and the venue itself provides the perfect setting for a memorable event. If you are looking for a restaurant to take a loved one for a romantic meal, a birthday party, or a place to host your business conference, The Maynard in Hope Valley, Grindleford, Derbyshire, could not come more highly recommended.