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Oak Room - The Duncombe Arms, Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Award-winning

The Duncombe Arms

4.6
4.6
2224 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 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 12:00–14:30 Sun 12:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 18:00–20:30 Sun 18:00–19:30
  • 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 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 2,224 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • 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.

2,224 Reviews
  1. Marian

    Birmingham

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 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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  2. Lynn

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    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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  3. Sharon

    Derbyshire

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 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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  4. Steve

    Derbyshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 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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  5. Malcolm

    Denver

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 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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  6. Bill

    Derbyshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 November 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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  7. Joanne

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 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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  8. Bryan

    Derbyshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 November 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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  9. Kate

    Derbyshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 November 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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  10. Sarah

    Amsterdam

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Fabulous birthday celebrations 🍾

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The Duncombe Arms is rated 4.6 stars by 2224 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 14 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 12:00–14:30 Sun 12:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 18:00–20:30 Sun 18:00–19:30
  • 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
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