Local Pubs
The Red Lion Inn - Hognaston
The Red Lion Inn is a traditional 17th Century, family run inn nestled in the small village of Hognaston. Classic pub food, great beers, a good wine list and inviting atmosphere with a mix of locals and visitors alike.
30min walk or 5min drive from Atlow Mill, 10min drive from Fern Cottage. Red Lion Hognaston
The Olde Gate Inn - Brassington
The Olde Gate Inn really lives up to it's name - over 400 years old it has previously been named one of the cosiest pubs in the UK by The Times. Think roaring fires, lots of brassware and low beams and you get the picture! It also offers great food, great beer and a lovely beer garden.
30second walk from Fern Cottage or 10min drive from Atlow Mill. The Olde Gate Inn
The Knockerdown Inn
Recently acquired and updated by Hopton Hall estate, the Knockerdown Inn is a great family-friendly pub over-looking Carsington Water. There is an outdoor bar, food truck and play area for the kids and the pub offers great food in a relaxed environment. Look out for their speciality nights.
4min drive/40min walk from Fern Cottage or 8min drive/70min walk from Atlow Mill. The Knockerdown
The Sycamore Inn - Parwich
The Sycamore is a traditional country pub in the pretty village of Parwich. They serve cask ales and delicious home cooked food from the cosy pub or in their large pub garden. Perfect end to a good walk from Fern Cottage.
90min walk or 10min drive from Fern Cottage, 15min drive from Atlow Mill. The Sycamore
The Duncombe Arms - Ellastone, Ashbourne
The Michelin Guide, The Good Pub Guide and the Estrella Damm Top 50 Gastro Pubs have all named The Duncombe Arms one of the best dining pubs in the country. Mixing pub classics with more adventurous British dishes, their menus showcase the best local and seasonal produce, plus a fantastic selection of wine, beer and spirits make it a great drinking pub too.
25mins drive from Atlow Mill or 20mins from Fern Cottage. The Duncombe Arms
The Cock Inn - Mugginton
Slightly further away, but worth the drive, The Cock Inn has a cosy bar area with roaring fires and great beer at one end, and a modern glass extension housing a stylish restaurant at the other end. There's also a lovely outside area with 12 and 6 seater garden pods and a private dining area for special occasions.
12mins drive from Atlow Mill or 16mins from Fern Cottage. The Cock Inn