In the first of a series of regular special Pull Out and Keeps, we highlight this month all those opportunities to indulge in Tideswell and District. Our local pubs and cafes are the lifeblood of our community and need our support. If you have a holiday cottage and would like more copies of this insert, please contact the editor – a nominal charge may apply. A Pull Out and Keep Special from The Village Voice
The Anchor Inn Originally three cottages, then a farmhouse about 450 years ago, the Anchor Inn became an ale house in 1699, situated conveniently on the A623 a main thoroughfare between Chesterfield and Manchester and on a junction between many local villages. Allegedly haunted, why not visit and find out more? At the same time you can enjoy cask ales and an extensive bar, sample locally sourced and home-cooked food made to order from an award-winning chef (pies are a speciality) and luxuriate in the warmth of open fires. You can even feel virtuous as you stroll the half mile from and back to Tideswell to sample the ambience of the Anchor! With special meal deals and weekly offers visit the website: www.anchorinntideswell.co.uk or contact them on 01298 871371. From Trip Advisor: “The Anchor is now a regular eatery for us. Booking for Sunday lunch is advised as it can get busy, not surprisingly given the quality of the food.” February 2014
The George Inn The George is a listed building retaining many original attractive features from the early 1700s when it was built by the 3rd Duke of Devonshire, Henry Cavendish, in honour of George II. Traditionally called “The George Hotel”, it is more in the style of an Inn and is soon to be named as such. With an extensively stocked bar, busy restaurant, free Wi-Fi and plenty of outside seating, The George has a warm welcome for locals and visitors alike. The George is also home to Tideswell’s popular cinema club, and pre-film meals are available. Find out more at the website: www.georgeinntideswell.co.uk or by calling 01298 871382. From Trip Advisor: “The food at The George hotel was fantastic, we couldn’t fault anything. We will definitely be returning soon.” January 2014
The Horse and Jockey A friendly, local, family-run pub offering a warm welcome to visitors and regulars alike. With food made from local home grown produce, cask conditioned beers and real ales together with wines, spirits and soft drinks, you can enjoy the snug bar, spacious dining areas or sitting outside watching the world pass by. With an extensive menu, a steak night, curry night and fabulous Sunday Roasts, you are bound to find something to tempt your palate. The pub also has Sky Sports for those essential fixtures. Find out more at the website: www.horseandjockeytideswell.co.uk or call 01298 872211. From Trip Advisor: “Menu was simple but good value and the portions were huge, hot, beautifully cooked and delicious!” February 2014
Peak District Parlour The newly opened Peak District Parlour offers a variety of home cooked meals, excellent teas and coffees and has a well-stocked and imaginative deli counter, specialising in British meats and cheeses. You can be sure of a welcoming smile and some delicious home-made cakes (made daily). Freshly baked bread is also delivered daily from Chesterfield. Owners Heather Shirt and Wayne Simpson also offer outside catering and a mobile bar. The Peak District Parlour is opposite the bank and open every day from 8am – 5pm, including Sundays and don’t worry, it still sells the excellent Peak District Dairy ice creams! You can contact the Parlour on 01298 873100.
Vanilla Kitchen Vanilla Kitchen has a commitment to good home cooking made with fresh, local ingredients from which are prepared in season. Offering a warm welcome to locals, and all visitors including walkers and cyclists, this dog-friendly, fully-licenced café offers cakes, snacks and delicious meals as well as the best coffee (also organic and Fairtrade) for miles around. Sunday lunches are excellent and need to be booked, and the new owners also deliver Sunday lunch to those who cannot get out and about. Find out more at the website: www.vanillakitchen.co.uk From Trip Advisor: “We enjoyed a very pleasant lunch and found the staff and owner very helpful and baby friendly. Food was very good too.” February 2014
The Star Inn Based on Tideswell’s High Street, the Star is open every day and offers food from 6pm – 8.30pm Monday – Saturday and between 12 and 2pm on Sundays. The Angler’s Rest Situated on the banks of the river Wye at Miller’s Dale the Angler’s Rest offers food daily from 1230 to 1430 and in the evening from 1830 to 2030. The Red Lion The Red Lion in Litton is open every day from 12 noon and food is served from opening time until 9pm Monday to Saturday, and until 8pm on Sundays.
Village Green Café The Village Green Cafe in Eyam offers fantastic fair-trade coffees and gorgeous cakes made here on the premises. You can have a home-cooked breakfast or a light lunch, made from great ingredients (including some sourced from local producers). All food is freshly prepared. The Village Green café has a children’s menu, high-chairs and seating inside and out. It also offers items for special diets, such as soya milk or gluten free choices. They will also prepare you a picnic, or provide hot soups for themos flasks. Community is at the heart of the café which is a regular stop for cyclists, walkers and climbers (dogs are welcome too – spot the large jar of bonios in the window!). The café has free wi-fi for customers. Although a relatively new business Village Green has been a finalist in the cafe category in the Derbyshire Food and Drink Awards for the past two years and has also been awarded the Peak District Environmental Quality Mark. Inside the café you will find the work of local artists and some truly lovely British products; some made in the Peak District so whether you’re local or a visitor, if you’re looking for a gift, it could be well worth popping in to visit. Opening hours are 10-4 daily (hours are extended during peak season) and the website address is: http://cafevillagegreen.com/ . You can also telephone on 01433 631293. From Trip Advisor: “We found this great cafe when we arrived in Eyam for a midweek break. It was a very cold day, but we got a really warm welcome and although it was well after 2pm it was no problem to order lunch. This was of a really high quality made with delicious fresh ingredients.” February 2014