It’s the perfect time of year to visit Derbyshire’s most beautiful attractions, The Peak District. Boasting a huge diversity of animal and plant life, village trails, picturesque views and a number of walks and learning events, it’s the perfect place for a weekend away or a family day out. All that sightseeing is hungry work, […]
It’s the perfect way to spend a lazy Summer afternoon with a couple of friends or close family, and the quintessentially English county of Derbyshire makes for the perfect backdrop. Tiers of gorgeous sandwiches, freshly baked cakes and perfect scones filled with jam and clotted cream, all topped off with a generous teapot of your […]
Housed within the Cathedral Quarter Hotel, on St Mary’s Gate in Derby, Opulence restaurant could not have been given a more fitting name. From the main entrance of the period building, up the regal and utterly majestic staircase, and into the main dining room itself, this is old school elegance at its finest. Dining at […]
This super cute French restaurant shines at the best of times, but at Christmas it really dazzles. The perfect cosy hideaway with its French cellar atmosphere, all decked out in accents of red and twinkling lights, Le Mistral really does encourage you to leave your troubles at the door. Even the outside beckons like the […]
Within the International Hotel Derby on Buxton Road is the Thyme Restaurant. A peaceful setting in gentle tones of green it effortlessly blends modern design with classic dining whilst providing the ideal place to enjoy great British food in Derby. In the run up to the festive season, it’s all about Christmas parties, kicking back […]
On Buxton Road in Ashbourne, close to the town centre, is a small independent Italian restaurant called, quite simply, Carletto. The owner of this contemporary Italian restaurant has form, having earned 2 AA rosettes at his previous venture. If you are looking for a delicious freshly prepared lunch or an accomplished Italian meal in the […]
In the beautiful setting of the Peak District, the small market town of Buxton has plenty to offer tourists and locals. Home to plenty of great places to eat, Derbyshire has a reputation for quality dining and food prepared using local and seasonal produce. One such place is the Columbine restaurant, an independent venue in […]
Derby city centre and the outlying areas support a thriving restaurant scene, with many restaurants choosing to source local seasonal products from the huge choice on their doorstep. Although there are many excellent places to eat in the small villages and towns that pepper the beautiful county of Derbyshire, the city centre cannot be overlooked […]
In the historic Cathedral Quarter of Derby, on St Mary’s Gate, you will find Opulence. Housed within the Cathedral Quarter Hotel that has taken over the old council chambers this classic British restaurant delivers on the promise of its name. Known as one of the best restaurants in Derby, Opulence is perfect for a memorable […]
The Peak District is one of the most popular destinations in the UK. With the majestic countryside, wild and brooding, that also provides a plethora of local and seasonal produce, Derbyshire is home to a host of delightful market towns, many of which have their own regional specialities. A true haven for those who love […]