The Peacock at Rowsley

Housed within a luxurious boutique hotel in the midst of the Peak District, The Peacock at Rowsley is an award winning restaurant that provides guests with a memorable dining experience. The venue sits on the A6 between Bakewell and Matlock and is not easily missed, the beautiful old building stands proudly on the corner of the A6 and Church Lane and lures passers-by, locals and visitors in.

Nestled within a period building dating back to 1652, the hotel has been lovingly restored and decorated with a mix of fine, contemporary furnishings and period antiques. The Peacock offers guests a panoramic glimpse of Derbyshire in one visit by encompassing history, local produce and beautiful surroundings in one place. With beautiful lounge areas and friendly yet professional hosts, you will be pampered and well-looked after no matter what time of day you visit. An open fireplace and copper topped bar provide a cosy and welcoming atmosphere for guests to enjoy a pre-meal drink in before being taken to one of the beautiful dining rooms.

Head Chef Dan Smith, who has work with Tom Aikens in London before returning to Derbyshire, has prepared a tantalising menu that showcases local produce. His cuisine has received 3 AA Rosettes as well as an entry in the Good Food Guide. Every dish is expertly executed and with creations such as Monkfish with saffron macaroni, leeks, spinach and fennel coated in a shellfish dressing, fillet of beef and braised shin with a beetroot and horseradish purée, puy lentil and quinoa with a red wine sauce, and Venison loin on top of a bed of butternut squash and sage risotto, parsley root, Cropwell Bishop beignets and a Bessen Genever sauce gracing the a la carte menu you are in for a truly special and memorable dining experience. As well as a formal evening menu, there is also a lunch, bar, vegetarian and Sunday lunch menu available the showcases the talent of Dan and his team of passionate and extremely talented chefs.

With fly-fishing on tap, The Peacock at Rowsley is a truly unique venue. Steeped in history with personal touches and exquisite dining and hotel facilities, this Peak District restaurant should be sampled by everyone. With a variety of different rooms which are available for private hire, The Peacock is capable of catering for any size party. Make a memory at The Peacock.