The Cow at Dalbury Lees is a critically acclaimed country pub set in a small Derbyshire village just outside Ashbourne, on the edge of the Peak District. Known for its confident, ingredient-led cooking and relaxed yet polished atmosphere, this food-focused inn has 12 beautifully decorated en-suite bedrooms upstairs. The pub perfectly balances exceptional dining with warm, informal hospitality, ideal for food lovers and grown-up rural escapes.
The Cow Dalbury Lees, Derbyshire, DE6 5BE
- 12 bedrooms
- 12 bedrooms
Food-led Pub with Outstanding Tripadvisor Reviews
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Snuggle Sundays
What’s Included? A one night stay for two guests on a Sunday evening subject to availability, £30 meal credit, and complimentary bottle of wine in your room for £170. To book this package contact the pub directly by phone or e mail. Contact details in the link.
Facilties & Amenities
- Beer Garden
- Breakfast
- Craft Beer
- Dog Friendly Rooms
- Family Friendly
- Gastro Pub
- Log Fires
- Parking
- WiFi
Bedrooms
The Cow’s 12 en-suite bedrooms are beautifully designed with a calm, understated feel that mirrors the pub’s relaxed sophistication. Rooms are spacious and thoughtfully finished, making them ideal for couples and short breaks centred around dining and countryside exploration.
Some rooms have Victorian and Art Deco accents, whilst others modern New England and Shabby Chic styles. Each en-suite room comes with waffle bathrobes, Molton Brown toiletries, a Smart TV, coffee machine, intelligent software “open key” door system, room safe, mini-bar, and WiFi access.
Family rooms: Z beds to create occupancy for three guests (two adults & one child under 12 years old) are bookable. Add a Z bed in the “Extras” tab at the checkout. Â
Dog friendly? Yes, rooms 1-6 on the ground floor welcome dogs. Add a dog in the “Extras” tab at the checkout.Â
Food & Drink
Sample menus
Food is at the heart of The Cow’s appeal. Menus focus on seasonal British cooking with a strong emphasis on seafood and seasonal produce. The bar is well-stocked with a carefully curated selection of wines, beers, ciders and spirits. In the morning, wake up to a cooked breakfast.
Telegraph Travel wrote: “This South Derbyshire bolthole is a traditional village pub turned swish boutique inn, with 12 well-designed bedrooms and a seafood menu that champions Cornish suppliers. The cosy, rustic bar is an appealing place in which to hunker down – perhaps after an invigorating walk in the glorious surrounding countryside.” Expert Rating 8/10
