Award-winning

The Duncombe Arms

Name: The Duncombe Arms
Address: The Duncombe Arms, Ashbourne, Derbyshire, United Kingdom, DE6 2GZ
Telephone: 01335 324275
Price range: £26 to £40
Rating: 4.6

4.6

2225 Reviews

£26 to £40

British

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 18 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for fine wines

The Duncombe Arms is a beautiful, traditional country pub situated at the heart of the lovely rural village of Ellastone on the Staffordshire / Derbyshire border. Located on the edge of the Peak District near the towns of Ashbourne and Uttoxeter it is a great place to visit providing a delightful setting in which to enjoy a drink, some lovely food, as well as a chat with friends or family.

Come inside and enjoy a roaring log fire, sample our excellent range of beers and wines or enjoy fabulous food from our award-winning chef Scott Law. Or in the summer you can laze in our large garden overlooking the view to Worthy Island Wood.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British, European, Gastro Pub
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
Phone number
01335 324275
Website
http://www.duncombearms.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Scott Law

Location
The Duncombe Arms, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 2GZ
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
Neighbourhood
Ashbourne
Cross Street
MAIN ROAD ELLASTONE DE6 2GZ
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,225 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

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Derbyshire
Best Overall
Derbyshire
Best Food
Derbyshire
Best Ambience
Derbyshire
Good for business meals
Derbyshire
Healthy
Derbyshire
Great for fine wines
Derbyshire
Great for outdoor dining
Derbyshire
Romantic
Derbyshire
Great for scenic views
Derbyshire
Good for special occasions
Derbyshire
Vegetarian-friendly
Derbyshire
Lively
Derbyshire
British
Derbyshire
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Duncombe Arms is a charming gastropub offering "restaurant quality food" in a picturesque setting. Guests rave about "amazing food" and "fantastic service," with standout dishes like Tarte Tatin and lobster Arnold Bennett. The warm atmosphere and "friendly, attentive staff" make it perfect for special occasions. Highly recommended for a memorable dining experience.

2,225 Reviews

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IAN
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A delicious meal in beautiful settings, with great service. The Duncombe Arms is a great place to enjoy a delightful meal.
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Marian
Birmingham
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely cosy atmosphere in the pub with open fires. Very good menu with some unusual choices - always good to see. Food was delicious, service good too. Very nice place, we will go again
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Lynn
Yorkshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Lovely cosy pub with great food and atmosphere. Also stayed overnight and the room was fab
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Sharon
Derbyshire
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
We were regular visitors at the Duncombe Arms, however hadn’t been for a while due to family commitments. We were unfortunately disappointed after our visit today, restaurant was very busy, our drinks and food order were taken very quickly, however the food arrived before the drinks, which we had to chase up whilst we ate. The food was not very warm, potatoes were definitely reheated, very school dinnerish difficult to cut and not very warm, clearly cooked earlier in the day and microwaved. Such a shame as when we last visited food was always good, often drinks were delayed but we ignored that because the food was good. We were scrunched into a corner, access wasn’t easy for the passing of food and drinks, everything had to be handed over the heads of our party. The bill was expensive, especially considering the quality of the food we paid £200 for 4 people, 2 courses each, 1 j20, 2 glasses of rose champagne, one cola and one beer, 5 cups of coffee. Very disappointing experience, especially as it was a first visit for our friends.
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Steve
Derbyshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
After a hard days work, a visit to the Duncombe Arms was just what we needed and the food did not disappoint. All excellent and can not complain about anything. When we are in the area again, will definaterly visit again.
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Malcolm
Denver
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Accommodation, dinner, breakfast all excellent. Well worth a visit.
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Bill
Derbyshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Well presented quality food. Friendly and competent staff. Nice atmosphere. Good draft ale. Nice loos.
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Joanne
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Superb quality of food, ambience and service levels ! Only thing that could of been better was more mains choice on the veggie options
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Bryan
Derbyshire
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely pub - welcoming, characterful rooms, warm fire, Good range of choice for lunchtime, and attentive service
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Kate
Derbyshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Attentive waiters. Nice touch of a card etc for our anniversary
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The Duncombe Arms is rated 4.6 stars by 2225 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 18 times today

The Duncombe Arms, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 2GZ

Dining areas

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
Cross Street
MAIN ROAD ELLASTONE DE6 2GZ
Neighbourhood
Ashbourne
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British, European, Gastro Pub
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Scott Law
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.duncombearms.co.uk/
Phone number
01335 324275

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