The Peak
The Peak
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Perched in the heart of Castleton, The Peak is a cosy country pub that feels like a warm welcome after a day on the trails. Step inside to timbered walls, old sporting memorabilia and a lively soundtrack; the room hums with laughter, local ales on tap and the aroma of hearty cooking. Friendly staff make everyone feel at home—dog walkers, families and couples alike—while a thoughtful drinks list (craft beers, gin, wine and more) pairs perfectly with classic plates, seasonal dishes and tempting desserts. With parking across the road and easy access to nearby walks, The Peak is your friendly base for good company, great views and proper pub comfort.
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The Peak earns praise for its warm, friendly service, cosy timber interior and sweeping hilltop views that make it a natural stop for walkers and visitors to Castleton. Many guests highlight the welcoming staff, varied beer selection and a homely atmosphere that suits everything from a post-hike refuel to a relaxed evening drink. Food experiences are mixed: several diners enjoy generous, good-value pub classics while others report occasional kitchen slip-ups—limited vegan availability on busy nights, a few undercooked elements and items running out. Overall, The Peak is celebrated for its ambiance and service, but food consistency can fluctuate during busy periods.
We went on a busy Saturday night and they seemed to be struggling. Much more limited selection of vegan options than portrayed on the website and other reviews. Ordered a number of sides as didn’t fancy the one vegan main. Small portions, slightly cold and underwhelming. I know covid is impacting all restaurants but this wasn’t anything like we were expecting from the reviews.
Based on some good reviews we went here for my wife's birthday. My wife chose a vegan filo pastry parcel and I chose a vegan falafel burger with hummus. The filo pastry was so tough my wife struggled to cut it open; the interior was excessively sweet and not worth the effort. The vegan falafel was tasteless and stodgy, so was the bun. Even the chips (the thin french fries variety) were like cardboard. We both left most of our meals and abandoned any idea of desert. The bar staff did not seem surprised we were unhappy and we were obviously not the first to say the burger was terrible. For comparison we went into the nearby Rose Cottage cafe for coffee and cake the food looked lovely and was *much* better value. Updated from previous review on 2019 02 18
This is an amazing country pub/hotel with welcoming staff, cozy fires, and a bar specifically for dogs! They offer a vegan option for every course and three choices for main dishes. I tried the chicken-less burger and salted caramel cheesecake, both of which were delicious. I highly recommend this place, but keep in mind that it can get busy on Mondays and Tuesdays, so booking ahead for the weekend is advisable.
Friendly local pub in the fantastic village of Castleton in the glorious Peak District. Called in for Sunday lunch and had a very tasty beef stew and my wife had the Sunday Roast. Good value with a good selection of beers. We called in on speck and it was busy. However we didn't have to wait long before a table became available. Having said that it is probably advisable to book a table particularly at the weekend. Service: 5
Welcomed by a complimentary, reserved parking space directly opposite the hotel and exceptional staff who looked after us from the first minute! Home made food was delicious, service was great and a pleasant, quiet seating area at the rear of the hotel/pub. All reasonably priced. The room was spotless, well presented and fitting with the history of the location. Quiet and very comfortable for a good night's sleep. Completely furry friend friendly and an excellent place to stay for an array of local attractions, walks and traditional browsing shops. We really enjoyed our stay and look forward to visiting again. Service: 5
Menu
To Start
Emerald Taste Pea Green SoupFreshly Baked Irish Soda SconeMain Course
Steak & Beamish Stout Suet PuddingSlow Cooked Traditional Irish Lamb StewCreamy Guinness & Irish Cheddar Mac & CheeseMolly Malone's Mussels In A Creamy Garlic Sauce