should be enough staff to serve at the bar and work in restaurant at the same time as one person seemed to be doing both and you had to

a special old hotel the rooms are nice and big very high ceilings, bar and restaurant homely all the staff are so helpful and marraine is lovely she looked after me

the rooms were gorgeous bar area was stunning

clean comfy bed bar area with open fire with lovely friendly helpful staff

the room was gorgeous and the bar atmosphere was nice

lovely , lively bar

bar on site

we didn't use the bar or restaurant so cannot comment on the quality of this

the bar area was cold.

criticism was the very worn seating in the bar area- this looked shabby and torn and didnt reflect the quality of the bedrooms

nice little bar and a garden area to die for

due to a wedding no restaurant available on the saturday night, no bar meals either!

good quality dining room, bar reception really well decorated and maintained

the renovation work has really improved the facilities, we love the new reception area, bar area, snug and lounge

were delicious and i truly cant think of a single negative with the food, range of drinks at the bar or the hospitality in general

is always clean and staff friendly and was even remembered by a member of the bar staff from our previous

locals who were all very friendly and were able to tell us the places of interest to visit, the bar staff were excellent and very friendly too, the apartment was lovely and cute bed was really

very friendly staff lovely food very comfortable bed.lovely open lite fire in the bar area

nothing to fault really. wifi in the bar but not in rooms.... minor issue.

staff were lovely. place was comfortable nice rooms bar eating area.

having free parking, the room was not the biggest but still stylishly decorated and warm, and the bar downstairs was well-stocked and comfortable

lovely quiet location with entrance/exit door at side of pub so you don't have to walk through bar with your bags room was small but clean and had everything you needed including hairdryer and

private entrance to rooms ( so no walking through the bar area covered in mud after a days walking

food and drink in the bar was great to finish night off

pleasant bar lounge, with taylor's landlord on draught

the jug and glass is a lovely pub with very good bar and restaurant

the bar area was cosy whilst the room had good facilities and was lovely and clean

the selection of beers and drinks at the bar

friendly staff and good food , log burner in the bar lovely

cosy bar with accomplished folk musicians every sunday evening

friendly bar with good food and drink.

clean very comfortable and and felt very relaxed staying there we had an evening meal in the bar area and breakfast in the conservatory and really enjoyed both eating experiences very

great little pub, good atmosphere, games on the bar which was a lovely touch and we took advantage of

we had dinner in the bar, limited menu but catered for all tastes

was an unpleasant smell from the toilets by the bar (which we had to pass to gain entry or exit the property) and from the toilet in the en suite

open fires in the bar with low beams make for a comfy warm experience when having a drink with

quite tight for working, and the table isn't really suitable, however you can sit and work in the bar next to the fire which was nice

which was excellent in every way,the room was very clean and comfortable with no noise from the bar below,breakfast was excellent like the evening meal and the staff and new owners were first

location was lovely, the room cosy with heating, the bar locals were friendly, advising things to do

food was top quality, bar staff were exceptional

staff where excellent they rang me a taxi from behind the bar and all round friendly

staff were fantastic , rooms spotless, great bar & restaurant

bar area is very nice & the staff ,the room was great very spacious nice & quiet breakfast was

given a taxi phone no by bar staff and the taxi tried to charge us 3 times too much for a 1

they had to accommodate a wedding at short notice and close the restaurant and bar to hotel guests

a very quiet location with a stunning bar & restaurant

the bar cosy and the food tasty

to change this, but the walk up the hill from the rooms to the bar and restaurant was a problem for my legs

room and bathroom was very spacious. meals in the bar were very good

) who greeted me at the bar was lovely and really attentive to everyone's needs

if you stay, i would recommend eating once in the bar and once at the restaurant

bar area was gorgeous with lovely open fire

clean and professional, the bar area and seating area were near perfect

bar looks lovely with its oak furniture and benches but it was difficult to get comfortable

a nice cosy hotel, bar was warm and inviting

the staff were so friendly, i d recommend booking for food, we eat in the bar area as were met by family with a dog

the room, the bar service, dinner and breakfast

very well stocked bar and the food was very nice and well presented

clean great service lively bar and plenty of outside seating to enjoy a drink lovely staff and a great

room lovely and clean, nice bar and restaurant facilities.

our room was over the bar area and there was a small amount of low level noise from the bar,

member of the bar staff was surly and rude

breakfast good. welcoming bar and fire- lovely after a good walk

good bar and breakfast room

welcome by reception bar staff, room was ready on arrival

staff happy to keep the bar open !

excellent bar menu also available all

the food was good in the bar and the breakfast in the morning was massive

bar prices were reasonable

great food had a bar meal which was very good and a massive portion as well, breakfast was also very nice

we had dinner in the red lion next door which was lovely and had a nice bar area

i am totally aware of the hard work that goes on behind the scenes, in the kitchens / waiters / bar staff / reception / the cleaners and management, hats off and i applaud you all

the staff are very attentive they do not rush you during your meal the food is delicious bar well stocked nothing is too much for

we were a group of 10 and the facilities were perfect - a lovely bar and restaurant

the bar & restaurant could of been warmer it was abit cool in there

the food we ordered was from the bar menu and was tasteless and just okay

when arriving to the pub , we had booked for tea with hopes to try the bar menu

of our visit, disappointed further to find out via a phone call shortly before check in, that the bar wouldn't be open either

quiet location with great bar and excellent on site restaurant

the ambiance was perfect for a special evening out, followed by a chance to relax in the bar area & time to play cards

dinner in the bar which was lovely and the odd glass of wine :) bar was quiet for once

about the lion to name a few ;ease of check in , the pleasant, and quietly efficient staff , the bar and dining experience looked good ( judging by the number of people being served

great location nice bar friendly staff excellent value for money

we had a meal in the bar and the pizza from their pizza oven was fantastic

friendly and helpful staff. nice bar and food and good parking facilities.

i booked in august there was no mention of restaurant & bar being closed during my 2 night stay

the bar staff friendly & we sampled the exceptional chatsworth gin

staff were wonderful, our room wasn't quite ready so were given a free drink at the bar which was excellent

cosy bar with great choice of drinks

also due to the property being renovated, not having the facilities of the bar and restaurant we felt for room only the rate was high at over £100

friendly, traditional bar and good quality pub grub - perfect

comfy rooms and just about perfect for dogs, both in the bar and in rooms

staff were friendly and helpful, the locals we met in the bar were good fun and were happy to include us, the food was very good, the full english in the

intimate and the bar was a good place for socialising

food was outstanding and the bar was cosy and friendly

i stayed on a monday and the night bar was closed not a real drama

excellent bar staff and service

stunning! the building, bar and restaurant and rooms were all amazing.

the staff were amazing & the bar area is beautiful with comfy sofas

the restaurant was lovely and the bar area had a nice atmosphere

staff were friendly food was lovely drinks/ bar atmosphere was great

a perfect location, lovely room with good facilities great welcoming bar and lovely restaurant

would have liked the lights dimmed down in the bar area to improve the ambience but that is all we could

nice comfortable bar, great bar staff and lovely lady serving breakfast, which was very good too

friendliness bar and food

als here finished at 2pm but can purchase bar snacks after this time) - although this isn't too much of a concern as there are plenty of

drinks from bar far too expensive

nice staff excellent breakfast lovely setting and warm inviting bar area , well decorated for

i liked that there was a 'drawing room' to sit in, an onsite restaurant and bar

the bar shut too early.

the staff were friendly and helpful, and it was nice that the bar was onsite for drinks and food

i'm sorry to write but the bar when ording was not the best experience!!

loved the bar and the restaurant and food was good and great value for money

very comfortable and good welcome. food in bar great value

hotel sperate from bar and restaurant

friendly staff and cute bar and

ideal location for us. very welcoming staff. lovely cosy bar area, excellent food.

very friendly staff and lovely vibe in the bar snd a really lovely dinner

the bar /lounge areas were clean, very nice and it was dog friendly

clean, good value, good bar & restaurant

the moment we arrived the young girl behind bar

night we booked there was no bar or food provided

lond hair and glasses) was very nice , professional and welcoming

later we have had a lovely chat to the owner and other staff in the bar and the carpark

bar area great and good

secure parking

room was modern and liked you had an app to order room service (although we did not) (-) sugar and bottle opener in room online ordering room service didn't (+)stay - rooms well thought out and designed, outdoor bath very serene, good shower, good room service (+)lovely place to stay, very modern and clean, felt private and quiet which was great, room service/food was easy to order and tasted great (theres a useful app) (+) we ordered room service which comes from the bowling green inn which was amazing as well (+)2nd visit, food is superb, and we love the room service breakfast (+) room service was a lovely touch and the whole day/night was so relaxing the bed was extra large and (+) and thanking the staff for the room service food and drinks

room, lovely hot tub, easy parking, walk to town and tissington trail, food was delicious, service was fast and friendly

information about parking, check in/out, restaurant was all really clear

short walk from ashbourne town, parking on site and quiet when the windows and doors are closed

bed, excellent staff, the young lad on the bar (ryan

it was a busy saturday night, but we were helped at the bar and swiftly checked in and told (shown too on a lovely welcome blackboard) some helpful

bar life is very busy and the staff are gorgeous (ladies and men) so lots to engage in

location, bar staff were friendly, excellent service from them and good meals

could hear noise from the bar in the bedroom

parking area, staff very helpful, rooms spacious and everything worked in them, bar area plenty of room and choice

staff - young lady serving at the bar took the time took the time to log me on my laptop as i was having trouble - very kind as it

expecting to have such a beautiful and comfortable room, the staff at reception and in the bar were simply amazing, loved the experience

and a bar staff member was not at all helpful

spacious room, great bar and food.

the second down side was that there wasn't enough staff on in the bar area to cater for the pub, restaurant, hotel guests and the wedding reception

bar and restaurant good and menu had variety to suit all

know anyone i felt very much at ease when eating alone and spending time in the evening in the bar at the

it was actually at the end of a bar with only a little sign above - confusing, yes

bar staff at all times of day and evening accommodating and friendly

(the bar tender appeared young and inexperienced for the level required, therefore this may not be a

set in large grounds, with a lovely orangery where the restaurant and bar is

the restaurant room and bar area is a fantastic space

lounge areas beautifully appointed, the garden room restaurant and bar exceptional

the bar and restaurant area were beautiful. the open fire was very cosy.

lovely bar with fire

the food was lovely bar area friendly and welcoming

great location, inside bar and eating area was very pleasing.

a traditional coaching inn with cosy bar (lovely taylor’s landlord and bass ales), chinese/indian restaurant, friendly staff

staff were very welcoming and we loved the bar area, the food was also excellent

only negative thing i could possibly say is that this lovely place has set the bar too high, and my staff are now asking that i find places like this all the time

fab place just missing a proper bar area

there were free maps of the area, a bar menu in the evening and a fantastic breakfast

would have been nice to have a bar and the option of an evening meal or reasonably priced bar snacks because the surrounding

the breakfast and facilities are good, and the evening bar was very welcome

it took a long time to get served at the bar but it was a busy evening.

was a bit slow in the bar area coming round to ask if any more drinks were wanted

no flannel or bar soap in the bathroom.

liked friendly staff and super bar man who created a mocktail from my favourite ingredients from scratch which was delicious

of our stay was great - the people throughout the hotel, the room, the food, the barca bar - all

excellent restaurant and bar area

we were the only people staying that night so the bar was closed early

the food was great, staff very helpful & the bar cottage & salt suite are amazing

location, views over the the golf course from the bar and restaurant

staff were helpful and pleasant - my friend and i had afternoon tea, a bar meal in the evening and breakfast the next morning - all were lovely

a good bar and tasty breakfast

sunday).

bar snacks only consisted of crisps

bar area with sitting would recommend it to

and back

lovely friendly bar atmosphere in the evening with garden at rear of property to sit and enjoy a drink or a meal

lovely staff, very welcoming bar and great beer

from the full breakfast and the cosy bar to the great room

arrive a bit later than the 9pm latest check in time, but they accommodated us and even kept the bar open for us

wasn't any heating in the bar /restaurant, making it a little chilly in the evening

the eating area and bar was a great space to relax in and eat good quality meals

peaceful, great food and bar area

we wanted lunch/ bar snacks after 2pm and were told that was not possible and so we had to go out again to find

this time we arrived late in the evening , we were asked if we would like a drink from the bar , i asked if i could have a hot chocolate , but the machine had been turned off , so i said not

accommodation but the room that i had i would say was i little small bar a little

good bar and restaurant. quiet at night. excellent for walking in the dales

i was there during snowy, wintery weather and it was lovely to have a roaring fire in the main bar to come in to - very cosy

is a very popular and busy establishment, and thus would benefit by more bar staff at busy times

location, friendly staff, restaurant and bar were great for us (3 blokes hiking), and breakfast was lovely

staff were so accommodating especially the chap behind the bar all night who then served us breakfast in the morning

lovely coal fire in the bar

could eat in the bar area with your dogs but the tables were too low & small to comfortably eat

any, would definitely stay again covid restrictions are very well managed and resident or not the bar is closed by 10pm, but we were shattered anyway, although quite funnily it did feel like we

i had my tea in the bar on the last night of my stay, the food was fresh and very tasty, couldn t fault it

few too many steps for me to reach bar and restaurant easily, but that s due to the state of my knees rather than any fault of the

the grill bar offers a good evening meal option and there is a leisure bar offering lighter options during

point but only bar open after 11 was the golf bar which was full of loud men enjoying themselves

available in the main house, but we experienced the house when we dined at cast iron grill and bar

you've so called sports bar with very limited food choice, my colleague & i were disappointed

not enough room in the bar by the restaurant.

staff very happy to get latte from bar rather than the filter on offer

we ate dinner at roosters bar and the dovecote both were very good and we felt they were good value

we enjoyed spending time in the bar at the dovecote, the staff were very friendly

also the spike bar menu is nto as good as it use to be

the carling lager in the spikes bar was not very nice it was flat

would have been better if there was an indoor bar area which allowed doggies

no guests around quite dead in bar and restaurant

the bar team with enry were exceptional

service in the bar was great, and the restaurant food was absolutely delicious and served with a smile

staff in the bar were just neither here nor there. not very engaged, took a while to get served.

staff were so friendly; the two girls behind the bar and the lady serving breakfast

all staff really friendly & nice atmosphere in the bar on the evening

our room was over the bar so there was noise below us till 11 pm, then silence

room - very noisy over bar room but took earplugs so didn’t affect sleeping, clean and friendly and nice location -

welcoming dog friendly bar after a long walk with very friendly staff and a lovely meal in the evening

very friendly bar downstairs

bar was lively and very friendly and staff were

it feels brand new in both the bar and the rooms

the bar was well stocked with real ales 5 hand

was great and value for money room was really nice and comfortable bar was great and we were there on a quiz night which was great - met some great

of the bar staff was very unhappy and made me feel uncomfortable ordering food

the bar did have any guinness!

bar down stairs was well stocked and priced and lots of eating out options in the area including

it is situated right above the smoking area by the rear door to the bar so we had the smell of smoke in the room

bed, very clean rooms, parking near door as well as pay & display car park at rear of building, bar meals, lovely historic building, with railway history, excellent value for money

room and grounds were very nice as was hotel bar and sitting room

had a fantastic stay, the staff were very attentive, we asked to have a table for dinner in the bar (we had our dog with us) and the table was reserved and set for us

times were a little long at reception and the bar but it was no bother to us as it was very quiet, the staff are obviously busy but still very

could be cool in places and not enough seating in bar area when it gets busy

lovely atmosphere in the bar and bar meals better than many restaurants

the atmosphere in the bar and restaurant was lively and vibrant

a bit of from the bar ( music) but it did not go on too late so it was not unacceptable

is a fantastic hotel, bar and restaurant were very interesting and done to a very high standard

generous room size, tea and coffee facilities excellent, breakfast great, ample parking, bar and food great

is a beautiful hotel with a gorgeous bar and restaurant

bar area very cosy with good selection of

you have to walk outside to go between bar and bedroooms

a little cold in bar area during the evening

music playing in the bar during our little drink before bedtime was so good i didn t want to leave, which caused a

staff was friendly and helpful the breakfast exceeded my expectations, i was made welcome in the bar by the locals ,i couldnt fault anything about my stay in the

only fault we had rearly was our room was right near the bar bit and was woken up this morning but the staff setting up breakfast and that as they was

bar area full of character and warmth

the only thing we didn’t like was the location of room, it was directly off the bar area and, as the staff were serving dinner in the evening and breakfast in the morning, it did

very friendly greeting and great bar with a great range of gins

we had a drink in the bar in the evening and the staff were very pleasant

i was alone and the bar was quite empty they allowed me to take my meal to my room to allow me to feel more

because i liked how it was a bar and accommodation.

i only had one meal at the hotel which was gorgeous - well cooked and presented and a lovely bar to eat it in

is a separate entrance to the rooms so you don't have to go through the bar area but the door lock was a bit temperamental during our stay

kitchen and bar staff very nice

we stop here regularly, great hotel, nice lounge bar area & decent food.

bar is beautiful and gym well stocked

the bar is lovely and comfortable

bar staff was amazing checking was smooth brandon was brilliant and night staff jimmy hes a very

the bar and grill restaurant offered a wide variety of food and drinks within a comfortable and relaxed

good food in the bar great breakfast stunning views over the peak district

was spectacular - amazing scenery , amazing sunset and sunrise, our room was immaculate - the bar was lovely we had food on saturday after a 26 mile trek for alzheimer’s and food was amazing-

no dogs allowed inside at all, not even the bar .

had a lovely, relaxing weekend at the barrel inn

barrel inn is a comfortable and welcoming small hotel in a spectacular location

the lady behind the bar and reception was lovely, very friendly and helpful

lovely bar and restaurant

location, car parking, single rooms, comfy bed, friendly staff, pub bar was handy

quirky hotel full of antiques great staff & owner great food lovely open fire in the bar lovely room with a four poster bed def stay here

location for our needs with lovely bar on site and plenty of others around

bar staff and owners super friendly and helpful

friendly staff bar entertainment

and that’s all that matters it had all the facilities you could need and the guy behind the bar even gave me a fan as it was a hot evening

enjoyable stay if i had to say one thing very noisy friday night in the bar as it was the local for a lot of youngsters but wasn't really a

our dog was welcome in the bar for dinner and also in the breakfast room which is not always the case and can be awkward if

great little hotel with a vibrant bar !

lovely bar and the locals are a good laugh

was some noise from the bar but nothing terrible and finished early enough

the bar downstairs is fantastic, with a good range of beers

bar is really convenient as we usually wake up to lte so being able to help yourself is really

good facilities, including a bar but i didn't have breakfast or meals

it was comfortable. clean and the bar was nice too

prices in bar never consistent

i heard many instances of guests getting local advice from staff whilst in the bar and around the hotel

prices at the bar but then the pubs are 5 mins away.

staff could not do enough for us, bar staff very polite and room was very well

from the bar and restaurant staff to the maintenance man

luckily we had drinks in the bar instead

would have liked a bit of comfy seating/bit more of a bar area and not all food tables to relax at before or after eating but that is a preference rather

the restaurant and bar areas have a great vibe with people coming and going

we ended up in the hotel bar and had a cracking night

, the hotel foyer would possibly have been a busier hub for the surrounding restaurant and bar that may also be open

hotel doesn't have the list of numbers for the reception, bar and taxis printed on the table next to the

the bar man ( tom )

location is excellent and provides good value for money, clean well equipped rooms and a nice bar and

on the bar was amazingly helpful, very kind and easy to place an order with

the reception is now in the bar making check in and check out easier

everything that you can exspect from an establishment as kingsway public house and hotel, the bar and lounge were clean and catered for all customers the staff polite and proffessional

where to book in as no one at reception had to wait quite a long time to find some one at the bar to issue us with cards to access the room

staff great location things to do in evening in the bar makes this a great place to stay , rooms are good and wifi and connectivity is

bar relaxing

service for drinks bar in level 4 is very poor

omar the manager, the reception staff, the bar and restaurant staff cannot do mouth to be of help

hotel and bar looked nice

2 things i could possibly fault is the man that served us drinks at the bar was rather rude

great breakfast, excellent bar meals, great location.

room and bar was clean, warm and in good order

the bar menu has lovely home made food too

amazing fire and bar staff. wonderful location for walking

little hotel in the peak district nice bar great atmosphere rooms are a little small but that was fine the staff were very

know it was a monday night but i thought the bar should have been open for a bit longer

spacious room is separated from the bar and the restaurant so there is no noise

the bar area, food and the local beer was excellent

friendly staff, whether cleaners, bar staff or owners

some ambient radio noise from bar area below especially first thing in morning when the actual breakfast area was away from the

rooms with 2 armchairs often overlooked in other rooms, great bed cosy bar area, good food, fresh milk for teas and coffees

get a drink at the bar after our meal, only one member of staff on doing cocktails so we gave up and went to bed

the bar a restaurant were also first class

the bar area has a wonderful atmosphere that is inviting and cosy

the menu was a little limited. the bar menu made selecting a little easier.

order: comfort of rooms comfort of facilities - restaurant and bar customer service - staff were friendly and attentive location - including ease of parking and

the day, evening meals were also delicious… all staff from managers , breakfast staff , chefs, bar staff and cleaner all made our stay so much nicer , what a fabulous friendly hardworking team

we didn't have an evening meal there but had a couple of drinks from the bar before going to our room for the night

great staff. great breakfast. good beer. lovely views.

breakfast, cereals and yogurt followed by a lovely full english

the bar closed much too early

nice to have a bar downstairs that serves food too for evening meals

there were a group of us staying and we were able to use the reception area when the bar and restaurant closed which felt like a cosy living room

great staff, bar and food.

only little thing shame bar closed at 8 !

friendly staff, great modern rooms, late quiet bar close to centre.

staff very friendly, we had our meal in the bar which was lovely, and the whole experience was very

bar was advertised as 24 hr but closed just as we d arrived back to the hotel between 11-12 pm

prices at the bar were ridiculous ud83dude44

the hotel has a great restaurant and bar and the breakfast is very reasonable

just need a bar there.

friday night had a promotion in the bar :-) breakfast was decent, good selection and

food and drink available at the bar was excellent value for money

we had a drink in the bar and the staff were attentive and polite

the bar and restaurant areas were very clean and the room was adequate

full of festival people which created a good friendly atmosphere at breakfast and at the bar later

young lady working on the bar was amazing, she represents your company well

if they could introduce some craft ales into the bar that would be nice

everything above and the reasonably bar prices

great room. fab bathroom.excellent staff. great buffet breakfast. excellent bar staff.

value for money but bar ran out of all drinks on draught ????

i was impressed with receptionist who was working singlehandedly doing bar and reception aswell as trying pasify customer inquiries on kitchen

24 hr bar was great too and staff still great

breakfast & restaurant very good bar excellent lounge comfortable location great

the bar area cocktails and breakfast

we were only staying on floor 1 right above the bar area so i was initially worried about noise, but the room was super quiet and super dark thanks

everything was very new and clean, with a good bar and lots of nice extras.

lovely bar area with a great atmosphere

breakfast included in the price, not a optional add on, nice bar and staff

bar staff are very young and lack people skills

wifi, excellent food in bar below and fantastic breakfast buffet

place to stay and to eat in hathersage, great staff, bar and chef and the owner

brilliant bar and restaurant too

the bar was a lovely setting after a long day's walking, dinner in restaurant was wonderful, breakfast

the lobby, restaurant and bar had a great atmosphere and the breakfast was delicious

the atmosphere in the bar area was very welcoming

newness and freshness of all areas. modern refurbishment of bedrooms and bar and restaurant.

the bar and lounges were very cosy

bar and restaurant so advised to book

our room was great, bed really comfy and the staff were great both on the evening when the bar was really busy and in the morning during breakfast

the breakfast in the morning was a highlight - and the guy running front-of-house was very friendly

the included two-course cooked breakfast was huge, albeit only available from 08:30-09:30

bar staff made me feel welcome as a single parent travelling with 2 children nothing was too

actual hotel is really nice but every single staff from the bar workers, desk ladies and house keeping was very friendly and couldn t do enough for us

great for kids, long corridors to run down and even the bar area is great for them with loads of space to move about

we had a bar meal which although was fairly pricey, was really good

were a large wedding party and all our extra needs were met such as buffet dinner with bar and breakfast all in a private excluded