Tucked into the very heart of the village — and I mean properly tucked in, like a well-hidden pub should be — sits The Pickled Pear. A micro-pub, yes. “Micro” in size perhaps, but in spirit? Absolutely enormous.
It’s built on one gloriously simple principle: get people in a room, give them something decent to drink, and let human nature do the rest.
The moment you step through the door, the place gives a sort of contented sigh. The air buzzes with proper conversation — not the sad tapping of phones — glasses clink with purpose, and before you know it, you’re deep in discussion with someone who, five minutes ago, was a complete stranger and is now apparently your new best friend.
Breakfast at The Pickled Pear starts from 9.30am, when the smell of home-cured bacon drifts lazily through the rafters and makes resisting temptation almost impossible. But if Percy Pig isn’t your thing, fear not. There’s a whole supporting cast of delicious options waiting in the wings.
And for those who take their coffee seriously, we serve some of the best beans this side of Colombia, brewed properly and poured with care.
Lunch at The Pickled Pear is anything but ordinary. From sizzling ribeye steak sandwiches to our signature velvety, pear-flavoured cheese, every plate is designed to make your taste buds tumble head over heels.
Big or small, cake or crockpot, light bite or hearty feast, you’re going to love lunch at The Pickled Pear.
We source our ingredients from some of the finest butchers, bakers and candlestick makers around. Derbyshire is bursting with incredible local artisans, and we’re proud to support them whenever possible.
Think spongy breads, succulent steaks and eggs so fresh they’re practically still in the chicken.
If fast food, microwaves and
frozen reheats aren’t your thing,
you’ve come to exactly the right place.
Draft ales, hand-pulled pints, succulent reds and crisp whites. Whatever your tipple, we’ve got it covered. And if whisky is your drink of choice, you’re in luck. We have almost 100 for you to work your way through.
“Now that’s a challenge worth accepting.”
You’ll find us on Main Street, proudly housed in the beautifully restored Old Post Office. Its historic bones now shelter a warm, friendly space where locals and visitors mix easily, unwind fully, and linger longer than planned.
