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The Barrel Inn, Bretton, Derbyshire

The Barrel Inn

4.7
4.7
77 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
11:30 p.m.
Booked 6 times today
  • Charming
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
A Traditional Derbyshire Inn
With A Five Counties View!

The Barrel Inn, a traditional Derbyshire country inn, dates back to 1597 and stands at the head of Bretton Clough, in the heart of the Peak District.

Being one of only five properties in this small hamlet, on a table of land some 1300 feet above sea level, The Barrel Inn proudly claims to be the highest pub in Derbyshire.

Its panoramic views of the majestic Hope Valley and the Peak District National Park are magnificent and on a clear day you are able to enjoy views over five counties.

The pub serves a fine selection of well kept real ales and delicious, freshly cooked, mostly locally sourced food, every day.

Old worldly charm - peaceful oak-beamed bar, real log fires, flagstone floors, studded doors in low doorways, beamed ceilings and polished copper and brass - have all been retained to enhance the overall charm and friendliness of the Inn.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Gastro Pub, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01433 630856
  • Website
    http://www.thebarrelinn.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress

Menu

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What 77 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Derbyshire

    Best Overall

  • Derbyshire

    Best Food

  • Derbyshire

    Best Service

  • Derbyshire

    Best Ambience

  • Derbyshire

    Best Value

  • Derbyshire

    Great for brunch

  • Derbyshire

    Great for fine wines

  • Derbyshire

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Derbyshire

    Great for scenic views

  • Derbyshire

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Barrel Inn offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent food and service" in a "stunning location." Guests rave about the "breathtaking views" and "consistently outstanding" Sunday roasts. The menu boasts locally sourced dishes, and the ambiance is warm and inviting. It's a "hidden gem" worth visiting repeatedly.

77 Reviews

  1. Susan

    Derbyshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and stunning location. We will return..

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  2. Elaine

    Derbyshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu choices very interesting . At last meals without chips !! Food was excellent in terms of quality of produce, cooking and presentation . Service was polite , helpful , not intrusive , Our guests too were impressed and we will all be back . We did however find wine by the glass rather expensive .

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  3. Graham

    Derbyshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent position, great friendly service and quality food, prepared and presented brilliantly. You obviously expect to pay more for such service and quality.

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  4. Poppy

    Birmingham

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional food, wonderful atmosphere, good service. Also, great view. It has been added to our list of favourite places to eat.

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  5. Michael

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always love going to the Barrel Inn; great welcome, food and drink and service

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  6. Liz

    North Scotland

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, lovely ambiance - highly recommended. We both shared the olives + bread to start & for main course had the venison loin cassoulet with red cabbage which was wonderful. Visit - Tuesday evening We live locally & have eaten at the Barrel on several occasions & plan to continue doing so!

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  7. Jacqueline

    Derbyshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visit the Barrel Inn as often as I can. It's a 50 minute drive and well worth it. Food outstanding. Service always exceeds expectations and the views outside are just wonderful. A really fabulous pub to visit. The food is beyond delicious with a fantastic menu and service always exceptionally quick and staff a delight. I could sit outside for hours and look at the views. Extremely relaxing and a real hidden gem.

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  8. Anthony

    Derbyshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    4 of us arrived for Sunday dinner. 2 of us had roast beef the other 2 had gammon. All 4 meals were fabulous, couldn't manage a dessert, maybe next time as we will definitely be back. Staff were friendly and polite. Great afternoon.

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  9. Keith

    Bath

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Superb Sunday lunchtime meal at the Barrell Inn. Started off with a drink outside watching the paragliders soaring on a lovely sunny day. Inside for the meal at 1pm, the table we were allocated was not ideal but the staff were very helpful in allocating us one much nicer with a window view out into the valley (and more views of the paragliders whizzing by). The food was exceptional, sosft shell crab and mackerel to start. Sunday beef roast to follow for Mrs and venison meatball bourgignon for myself. Both dishes top drawer. Finish with sticky toffee pud and apple and blackberry crumble. Not cheap but top quality with excellent friendly service and in our view well worth it. We will most definitely return.

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  10. Ros

    Sunshine Coast

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Disappointing. We visit from Australia and until today was our favourite. It's changed and not for the best. If it's not broken, don't fix it. Bring back the old menu that everyone loved.

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The Barrel Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 77 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:30 p.m.
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for The Barrel Inn

The Barrel Inn, Bretton, Derbyshire S32 5QD

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Hope Valley
  • Hours of Operation
    Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Gastro Pub, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Car Park
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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