Summer officially ends on Friday, September 23 – and there are few greater pleasures than finding a cosy pub after a brisk autumnal day.
Derbyshire is filled with an array of brilliant country pubs – with punters able to find a place that suits their needs in almost every corner of the county.
Whether you’re looking for a well-earned pint after an autumn hike, or would prefer to sample some fine dining, these are 17 of the best venues in the area to try out.
![The Barley Mow is a cosy village pub, just a short drive away from Matlock.](https://www.derbyshiretimes.co.uk/webimg/b25lY21zOmYxOTEwYThhLWRmZmItNDRmYS05Y2YyLTNlMjkwY2Q2M2ZhYzplNjQ4YTA2Yi02MzIxLTQ0ZjEtYTkyYi0wODYwZjAzMDMxZjE=.jpg?crop=3:2&width=640)
17. Barley Mow, Bonsall
The Barley Mow is a cosy village pub, just a short drive away from Matlock. Photo: Google