Do you ever imagine yourself having a post-walk locally-brewed pint overlooking the rolling, green hills of Derbyshire or picture yourself gazing at a roaring fire with your perfect pooch nuzzling at your feet in a cosy snug – with freebie doggie treats a must?Do you enjoy a good natter with your mates at the bar whilst sampling an array of tasty bar treats or take delight in quizzing the manager about his knowledge of the carefully chosen wines on offer?Having taken off your muddy boots (and maybe even glammed yourself up a little), can you picture yourself tucking into contemporary British cuisine, crafted out of locally produced products, in our charming, relaxed dining room?What more could you ask for?Well, we might just have the perfect place in mind . . .
We are an award-winning restaurant with a beautiful waterfront location in Derby. We offer you classic British and European dishes with a modern twist, within a 200-year old former mill building: Darley Abbey Mills.We also have two outdoor terraces so if you prefer, you can enjoy al-fresco drinks overlooking the River Derwent prior to your dining experience. We’re open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.Darleys creates incredible flavours and stunningly-presented dishes that will delight you, all paired with the perfect wine or cocktail to make your experience complete.Darleys has won several awards and accolades:Included in the Michelin Guide 2023AA Rosette Award for Culinary Excellence 2023Everything we do is about bringing together wonderful ingredients with beautiful presentation. Our chefs are culinary superheroes. They work tirelessly to deliver amazing, consistent tastes, day in, day out.
BEAR Ashbourne is housed in the historic ex-Bennetts department store, breathing new life in to the space whilst taking care to preserve any historic architectural features that remain. BEAR was born on the Staffordshire / Derbyshire border, so investing in such an iconic location in Ashbourne feels like a great way to pay homage to the space and our history across the two counties.From brunch to burgers, and coffee to cocktails, BEAR Ashbourne is open 7 days a week and has everything you need to move from day to night. ✨