There’s nowt better than sitting near a roaring fire, tucking into a beautiful Sunday roast in the countryside. Supping on a pint of mild with the buzz of chatter going on around you is something you can only find in the North, where we do pubs properly. Hunting the Peak District National Park far and wide to bring you some of the best Yorkshire puds, roasties and succulent meats out there, we’ve rounded up the best Sunday roasts in the Peak District to try this year.
1. The Prince of Wales, Baslow
The Prince of Wales has long been a local favourite place to eat, however, after a stunning renovation, the restaurant is now just as beautiful as the food. Providing a contemporary, laid-back setting with stylish decor at every turn, The Prince of Wales in Baslow serves up a Sunday roast well worth travelling for. Trust me, I travelled from the East Coast especially.
Offering a choice of roasted chicken breast, slow-roasted Derbyshire beef or roasted Derbyshire leg of lamb, each roast is served with Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes and seasonal veggies, alongside the most moreish gravy made specially to match your dish. This is such a flavourful, elevated roast with tons of rich flavours. Perfection with cauliflower cheese on the side.
The Prince Of Wales, Church Ln, Baslow, Bakewell, DE45 1RY. Booking advised.
2. The Maynard, Grindleford
Nestled within the Northern side of the Peak District, this amazing country house serves up a fantastic Sunday Roast packed full of amazing flavours – all within an incredibly upmarket, yet cosy setting.
Ideally located near the stunning Padley Gorge, The Maynard’s Sunday roast is a real treat – with duck fat roasties, red wine gravy and the fluffiest Yorkshire puddings. Sounds like Christmas, but it’s just an average Sunday for the team.
Expect lamb shank, roast beef sirloin, pork loin, chicken supreme and a plant-based Wellington on offer, with the tastiest herby roasties, cauliflower cheese and maple-glazed veggies. This certainly isn’t your Nan’s Sunday dinner.
The Maynard, Main Rd, Grindleford, Hope Valley, S32 2HE. Book here.
3. The Devonshire Arms, Beeley
A charming country house set within the gorgeous Chatsworth Estate, The Devonshire Arms serves up a truly delicious Sunday roast with spectacular surroundings.
Recognised in the Michelin guide for its impeccable locally sourced food, The Devonshire Arms champions Derbyshire’s best produce by changing the menu weekly, serving up the finest meats on offer.
Think Chatsworth Farm beef and lamb, served with roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, homemade Yorkshire puddings and a rich jus to finish.
The Devonshire Arms, Devonshire Square, Beeley, Matlock, DE4 2NZ. Find out more.
4. Bank House, Hathersage
Found in the heart of the Peak District, among the beautiful village of Hathersage, the Bank House is a fantastic place to enjoy a casual meal – with a great Sunday roast on offer, too.
The former bank, as the name probably gave away, is loved for its live music and cocktails, however, on Sundays, the lively venue serves up a choice of pork, Derbyshire beef, roast leg of lamb and a nut roast, alongside show-stopping sharing boards for two.
Each roast comes with huge Yorkshire puddings, seasonal veggies, cauliflower cheese and plenty of gravy, but the highlight for us is their whopper of a cote de boeuf sharing board, boasting 21-day aged thick-cut rib-eye on the bone with all the trimmings.
Bank House Hathersage, Main Rd, Hathersage, Hope Valley, S32 1BB. Book here.
5. The Royal Oak at Hurdlow
The Royal Oak is a charming country pub in southern Peaks and is perfectly located for exploring the High Peak Trail.
When you arrive, think warming, traditional pub interiors with classic decor and roaring fires, accompanied by the delicious scent of roasted meats and rich gravy. On the menu, the cosy country pub offers an ever-changing menu of roast meats (which change depending on availability), with crispy roasties, huge Yorkshire puddings and roasted veggies.
The Royal Oak, Hurdlow, Buxton, SK17 9QJ. Book a table here.
6. The Derwentwater Arms, Calver
If it’s enormous Yorkshire puddings you’re after (which, of course it is), The Derwentwater Arms is the spot.
Serving up one of the homeliest Sunday roasts in the Peak District, the classic pub dates back to the 1700s – offering a cosy yet airy space to enjoy a pint of ale and a proper roast.
Enjoy stunning panoramic views surrounding the pub, with Derbyshire beef, pork lion and turkey on the menu each week – finished off with their whopping Yorkie puds creamy mash, and seasonal veggies.
The Derwentwater Arms, Lowside, Calver, Hope Valley, S32 3XQ.
7. The Scotsman’s Pack, Hathersage
Another of the Peak District’s many, cosy, traditional pubs, The Scotsman’s Pack is located in lovely Hathersage, offering the kind of atmosphere that’ll keep you glued to your seat, pint in hand for hours.
The food is homely and hearty, with fresh, home cooking at the heart of every dish – and on Sundays, The Scotsman’s Pack comes into its own.
Offering a choice of leg of lamb, sirloin of beef, pork, supreme of chicken, gammon and a vegan wellington, guests are spoiled for choice with a little something for everyone. Each roast is plated up with roast potatoes, mashed potato, maple glazed root veggies, seasonal greens, Yorkshire pudding and gravy.
The Scotsman’s Pack, School Lane, Hathersage, Hope Valley, Derbyshire, S32 1BZ. Find out more.
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