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GARDEN ROOM - The Duncombe Arms, Ashbourne, Derbyshire
The Duncombe Arms, Ashbourne, Derbyshire
The Duncombe Arms, Ashbourne, Derbyshire
GARDEN ROOM - The Duncombe Arms, Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Award-winning

The Duncombe Arms

4.6
4.6
2275 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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7:00 pm

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Booked 24 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.

Dining areas

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
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Scott Law
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
  • Area
    Ashbourne
  • Cross Street
    MAIN ROAD ELLASTONE DE6 2GZ
  • Parking details
    Private Parking
  • 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 2,275 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

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Derbyshire

    Best Food

  • Derbyshire

    Good for business meals

  • Derbyshire

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Derbyshire

    Great for fine wines

  • Derbyshire

    Romantic

  • Derbyshire

    Great for scenic views

  • Derbyshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Derbyshire

    Lively

  • Derbyshire

    British

  • Derbyshire

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Duncombe Arms offers an "outstanding dining experience" with "superb quality food" and a "welcoming atmosphere." Visitors praise the "beautifully presented, exceptional meals," "attentive staff," and "extensive wine list." While some mention "overpriced" dishes and service inconsistencies, the majority appreciate the "cosy setting" and "memorable meals," making it a "true gem" worth visiting.
2,275 Reviews
  1. Katy

    Yorkshire

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visited for Sunday lunch. Lovely ambience, roaring fires and delicious food. Highly recommend

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  2. Alex

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was incredible. However, we were disappointed that the venison from the specials had run out when we came to order. Understandable but slightly annoying as we had booked the table over a month ago (when we booked our accommodation). Our table wasn’t ready for our reserved time of 8.15. We were then seated in the ‘conservatory’ part of the restaurant where the temperature is very cold compared to the rest of the pub. We were moved to a warmer area though and that was very much appreciated. The service was excellent and the staff were lovely. I know this review links to the evening meal but at breakfast we were also disappointed that certain foods were unavailable from the menu (the breakfast both me and my husband were going to order) . It’s a shame as this weekend was booked as a Christmas present over a month ago.

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  3. C

    Northampton

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Always enjoy my trips out for a meal the Duncombe Arms but our lunchtime meal on Thursday was not up to the standard I normally expect from the pub as the main course had cooled somewhat from kitchen to table. I will put it down to just a bad day and I suspect that it might have been down to understaffing as meals arrived served by the kitchen staff rather than waiting staff. I will return in hope of a better experience as this has been a great pub to eat at over the last 10 years I have been frequenting it.

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  4. John

    Hertfordshire

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    We are regular visitors but we were a little disappointed with the standard of service at the table on this occasion

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  5. Tracy

    Staffordshire

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice enough food tasty & market menu good value. Not special enough that I would go back.

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  6. Julie

    Derbyshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food! Very busy Sunday lunch and we did have to wait about 20 minutes for our table despite pre booking.

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  7. Malcolm

    Caribbean

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    The heating of the Outside dining room was completely inadequate and it did spoil the otherwise great experience

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  8. Paul

    Yorkshire

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 16 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent food, well thought out menus, value for money and personable professional service.

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  9. eldon

    Cheshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 13 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fantastic experience at the Duncombe, well prepared food from the market menu and, as ever, bullet proof service. If they sold season tickets we've have one!

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  10. Dwain

    Birmingham

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 10 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff, food, and service are impeccable. The Apple Tartin is to die for. You won't be disappointed.

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The Duncombe Arms is rated 4.6 stars by 2275 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm

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Booked 24 times today
Google Map for The Duncombe Arms

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
  • Area
    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 Parking
  • 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
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