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The Peacock At Rowsley, Matlock, Derbyshire

The Peacock At Rowsley

4.7
4.7
292 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
As you walk into the Peacock you get the feeling of history, built in 1652, the hotel was originally used as a dower house for Haddon Hall. The link between the two survives today as Lord Edward Manners brought the hotel back into his estate in 2004, the hotel has many pieces of unique furniture and art work from the Estate. The Bar is another step back into the past with a copper topped bar and untouched surroundings, the extensive cocktail and drinks list can be enjoyed in the bar or lounge before dinner. Our restaurant team have been the proud bearers of three AA rosettes–the top ten percent in the country. We offer both an indulgent, fine dining menu & a more relaxed bar menu to suit most tastes or moods. We serve truly local ingredients including organically-reared beef & lamb from the Haddon Estate. We are open for lunch in our bar and restaurant Tuesday to Saturday and dinner in our bar Tuesday to Friday and dinner in our restaurant Tuesday to Saturday.
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Experiences

  • Tasting Menu Experience

    £109.50 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Designed by our Head Chef Dan Smith, our tasting menu is a truly memorable gastronomic experience, with the key behind each dish being seasonal, quality ingredients, and where possible, sourced from local producers and suppliers. Available in our restaurant every Friday and Saturday evening, book your table between 7pm and 7.45pm. Please allow 3 hours for your dining experience.
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  • Lighter lunch menu

    £38.50 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Our 3 course lighter lunch menu includes a full size starter and dessert and a half portion main course. Ideal for those with a lighter appetite. Available for lunch Tuesday - Saturday
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What 292 people are saying

The Peacock At Rowsley reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Derbyshire

    Best Overall

  • Derbyshire

    Best Food

  • Derbyshire

    Best Service

  • Derbyshire

    Best Ambience

  • Derbyshire

    Best Value

  • Derbyshire

    Good for business meals

  • Derbyshire

    Healthy

  • Derbyshire

    Great for fine wines

  • Derbyshire

    Romantic

  • Derbyshire

    Great for scenic views

  • Derbyshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Derbyshire

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Derbyshire

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Peacock At Rowsley offers a charming dining experience in a "unique and beautiful building." Guests rave about "exceptional food" and "impeccable service," with dishes like Derbyshire lamb and innovative vegetarian options. The "staff are very attentive," making special occasions memorable. While some find the decor needing refreshment, the "magical experience" and "delicious food" ensure many return visits.

292 Reviews

  1. hayley

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food. Incredible service. Thoroughly recommend!

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  2. Peter

    Derbyshire3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First visit, but not the last. The food was wonderful backed up by knowledgeable and friendly staff. And really good value for money for top class food.

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  3. Andrew

    Egypt1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really warm cosy venue that also has accommodation available. Staff were obviously well versed on how to manage guests and the meals provided were exquisite. Great place for a few drinks and food just be remember you get what you pay for 😊

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  4. John

    Derbyshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding quality food, friendky helpful staff & excellent customer service. Very comfortable & great atmosphere eating in the bar. A perfect place for a special meal out. Thank you all at The Peacock!

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  5. David

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The staff were courteous and very helpful and nothing was too much trouble - the Chef is creative and the Best !

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  6. Martin

    Derbyshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the moment we arrived for lunch there was excellent and attentive service from all staff. The food (Christmas Lighter Lunch Menu) was superb and courses were served with just the right break between them. Would highly recommend and hope to go there again.

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  7. Sarah

    London14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely lunch in the bar area . Greet mince pies , added bonus

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  8. Tom

    Manchester2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Staff were lovely and welcoming, the food and service superb and really made us all feel welcome, relaxed and full of food.

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  9. John

    Derbyshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 10 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely vegan lunch, excellent food, service and environment. Very reasonable price given the high quality.

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  10. Sarah

    Derbyshire9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely Christmas lunch ahead of a visit to a Christmas Market and it certainly got us in the mood! The hotel was beautifully decorated, the meal was excellent and the service was friendly and efficient.

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The Peacock At Rowsley is rated 4.7 stars by 292 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Peacock At Rowsley

The Peacock At Rowsley, Bakewell Road, Matlock, Derbyshire DE4 2EB

Additional information

  • Phone number
    01629 733518
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00–13:45 Dinner Mon–Sat 19:00–20:45 Sun 18:30–20:15
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    There is ample parking to the rear of the hotel
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Head Chef Dan Smith
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