The Hotel

Set in glorious surroundings on the edge of the Derbyshire–Staffordshire border, The Dog & Partridge Country Inn offers a peaceful Peak District escape with purpose-built accommodation located within the grounds, each room featuring its own individual outside entrance and parking directly outside. Family-owned for over 30 years, the inn is renowned for its clean, spacious accommodation and warm hospitality, making it an ideal base for sightseeing, walking holidays, and countryside breaks on the edge of the Peak District National Park. All standard rooms are en suite and fully equipped with flat-screen TVs with Freeview, DVD players, tea and coffee-making facilities, clock radios, ample heating, and hot water for a comfortable stay.

Perfectly positioned for exploring Derbyshire and Staffordshire, the inn is just a short drive from popular attractions including Alton Towers, Chatsworth House, Matlock Bath, Carsington Water, Haddon Hall, Ashbourne, Dovedale, Beresford Dale, and picturesque villages such as Ilam, Hartington, and Tissington, famous for their traditional well dressings. Long favoured by walkers, ramblers, and climbers, the location provides easy access to a wide range of walking routes, trails, and climbs suitable for all abilities.

The Dog & Partridge is proudly dog friendly and exceptionally family focused, offering high chairs, cots, a family room with a dedicated under-10s toy area, children’s menus, board games, extensive lawns and gardens, an outdoor children’s play area with sandpit, and table tennis tables located in the grounds—ensuring younger guests are just as well catered for as adults. In addition to leisure stays, the inn also specialises in conferences, meetings, and training or team-building courses, benefiting from its private grounds, tranquil setting, and excellent access to the Peak District. This versatile country inn combines comfort, location, and facilities, making it a standout choice for families, outdoor enthusiasts, business guests, and anyone seeking a relaxing countryside stay.

Groupon's Guide to Peak District National Park

Covering 555 square miles of Derbyshire, Staffordshire, Cheshire, Greater Manchester, and South and West Yorkshire, the Peak District provides opportunities for many outdoor activities with an extensive network of footpaths, long-distance trails, cycling routes, and large expanses suitable for hiking.

Visitors may also explore a variety of heritage sites, such as prehistoric caves filled with wall paintings, Roman and Norman landmarks, and monuments of the Industrial Revolution. The region is also home to a wealth of vibrant market towns where visitors may enjoy hearty dining and browse through antique, art, and craft shops.