We recently stayed at the Barrel Inn for 7 nights while in England visiting family. The place was…read moredelightful. The room was updated and well appointed. The views were out of this world. During our visit we ate in the restaurant several times. The Fish n Chips were fabulous, very tasty and not greasy. The Toad in the Hole was another favorite and a new experience for this American. The Sunday Roast was second to none. The owners, Diane and Phil, are very hands on with their business and are delightful to speak with. When we are back in the area, I know where we will be staying.

Fantastic experience here. Rooms were lovely and the staff were amazing. Nice little Polish lady…read moremade our breakfast experience wonderful. Food was great and the views breathtaking. Highly recommend The Barrel Inn in Bretton! we will come here again.

Lovely meal, good service but didn't blow me away. Nice atmosphere.read more

Very nice staff helped is to set up a busy table on the UK's hottest night for 2014. The Italian…read morebuffet with a special 2-for-1 deal in the Sheffield Star was getting underway. Lots to choose from from starters, pizzas, mains, mussels and three deserts. Ok, so the food wasn't the best, the road is busy with traffic, but all-in-all a great economy night with nice people and a pleasant atmosphere.

Nice location if you have a car and fancy a walk and a half of lager. Difficult to get to…read moreotherwise. Once had a reputation for really good food but I went recently and it was average at best, they got my order wrong and the staff were not very helpful at all. The pub itself is quite nice with lots of nooks and crannies, a decent atmosphere if a little quiet. If the food had been better it would be excellent but my last visit has scarred me.

Nice location, (need a car) Always been good food and service. Nice in the summer if you want to go…read morewalking and stop for a meal or a beer. Good place. A favorite of mine.

Fantastic bargain - and a great break with wonderful food and tastefully decorated rooms. Wifi and…read moreTV included. Breakfasts were great - from the full English to other healthier options. Showers had great water pressure and hot water - they were even a good size for British showers! (which is saying something). Dinners in the evening had lots of options to choose from. Hospitality from the hosts was first class. We stayed in the family room (room 3). It has a double bed and a foldout. The foldout works for 2 kids under 10, but any bigger and either have one sleep on the floor (not so comfortable) or get a second room. We could hear the burble of the pub below until closing but easily fell asleep after a full day enjoying the Peak District. The Bulls Head is perfectly located centrally in the Peak District - Bakewall, Bamford, Castleton, Heatherton and Haddon Hall are all within 30 minutes drive. Highly recommended for families and couples!

Nice, comfortable room, in a very old inn, circa 1753. There's no cellular signal here, but the…read moreInn does offer free WiFi for guests. The food is excellent, and I highly recommend the stay! The surrounding community is quiet & small.

Food was very nice. Good ingredients. Staff were clearly very keen to help. Pricing was on the…read morehigher side for the area, but justified. Great selection of drink. Decor was smart, clean and uncluttered. Great beer garden.

Fantastic food, great specials board a really great British pub, sadly too few about nowread more

Really good food and a warm welcome. I have dined here several times and have always enjoyed it. I…read morewas impressed with the availability of gluten free options too.

A nice little pub for a good drink. Friendly staff who are always up for a laugh. Although its a…read moresmall bar, service is quick. Quiz's are on tuesdays and thursdays and free food is served and can get busy inside but its still easy to get a drink. Has a small car park on the front of the pub. Serves a great sunday roast, but its advised to book as its popular!

I dined the Peacock at Owler Bar for the first time in 3 years. I'm local and we do have a choice…read moreof great pubs in the area. I was however really impressed with the Peacock this time. I chose 2 courses from the Festive Menu. I had the chorizo bubble and Squeak for my starter and the crusted cod loin for my main. Absolutely delicious. Everything was perfectly presented. I was very pleased with the price of the festive menu too as many of the local pubs seem to be charging a ridiculous amount of money this year. £19.99 for 3 courses here where in Stoney it's £29. The atmosphere was very festive too with many tables where you could either see or sit near a roaring fire. A lovely historical pub with lots of beams just made our meal perfect. I chatted to the new manager who was just lovely and commented on how friendly and welcoming his staff were. I'll definitely be back here very soon. Five stars well deserved.

I dined the Peacock at Owler Bar for the first time in 3 years. I'm local and we do have a choice…read moreof great pubs in the area. I was however really impressed with the Peacock this time. I chose 2 courses from the Festive Menu. I had the chorizo bubble and Squeak for my starter and the crusted cod loin for my main. Absolutely delicious. Everything was perfectly presented. I was very pleased with the price of the festive menu too as many of the local pubs seem to be charging a ridiculous amount of money this year. £19.99 for 3 courses here where in Stoney it's £29. The atmosphere was very festive too with many tables where you could either see or sit near a roaring fire. A lovely historical pub with lots of beams just made our meal perfect. I chatted to the new manager who was just lovely and commented on how friendly and welcoming his staff were. I'll definitely be back here very soon. Five stars well deserved.

I have never been made to feel more at home than I have when I came here! After a long day of…read moretravel the food and atmosphere here were exactly what I needed! The staff were very helpful and attentive! The chicken schnitzel was one of the best schnitzels I have ever had! Definitely make sure to stop in for a drink or a bite to eat if you are in town

I traveled to U.K. With low expectations of food. On the way to Chatsworth house, our Airbnb host…read moresuggested us to try out this place. We are totally surprised! Their Yorkshire pudding, steamed red cabbage and beef brisket , though very common food, are nothing short of freshness and flavor. I was so impressed. After I returned home, I even Google the recipe to recreate the steamed cabbage. Definitely a nice experience of English country food.

This pub should be kept secret! So what am I doing writing a review?? It has no frills at all but…read moreis what a proper pub should be! Only open a couple of days a week - at the weekend - it serves quite reasonable food and fantastic beer - personally I love the absolution. The landlord is usually to be found drinking a bowl of tea in the bar by the fire with his whippets and reading the Telegraph. I wish it was my local great way to spend a Saturday lunchtime in the middle of a days walking! Be warned though it doesn't suit everyone though for the life of me don't know why!!