Yorkshire Bridge Inn

In the heart of wonderful Peak District walking country, this inn dates from 1826; it's named after an old packhorse bridge over the River Derwent. The village of Derwent was one of two villages (the other being Ashopton) which were sacrificed to the waters of the Ladybower Reservoir, the largest of the Derwent dams and famed for the Dambuster training runs. Today it is but a short stroll to the Ladybower from this lovely old free house. Views from the beamed and chintz-curtained bars take in the peak of Whin Hill, a beautiful setting in which to enjoy a pint of Easy Rider and good quality pub food made with fresh local produce. 'Soup and a sandwich' is a popular lunchtime combination for the day's intake of ramblers, with fillings from tuna mayonnaise to Derbyshire beef. Starters include a classic prawn cocktail, or crab fishcakes. Hot main courses range from home-made steak and kidney pie to pot-roasted lamb; favourites such as beef lasagne are served with garlic bread, while chilli con carne comes with either rice or chips and a side of cheesy nachos. If you're hanging up your boots for the day, look to the grill for a T-bone or rib-eye steak cooked to your liking. Hungry children polish off plates of pork sausages with mash, or a battered fillet of fresh fish with chips and baked beans or salad. A seasonal crumble and custard makes a great dessert, or you may simply round off with a hot chocolate topped with whipped cream. Nearby attractions include Chatsworth, Haddon Hall, Dovedale, Buxton and Bakewell.