Chesterfield, Derbyshire and the Peak District are home to some excellent pubs, but it is easy to miss some of area’s hidden gems – which even some locals don’t know about.
We’ve put together a list of some of the best ‘hidden gem’ pubs across the county – making it easy to plan your next trip out across Derbyshire.
The Derbyshire Times searched Google reviews to see which pubs have been classed as hidden gems by the people that know best – their customers.
The full list can be seen below – and the pubs are not ranked in any particular order.
29. The Tavern at Tansley, Tansley
The Tavern at Tansley has a 4.3/5 rating based on 453 Google reviews - and was labelled as a “gem” by one visitor. Photo: Brian Eyre
30. The Bridge Inn, Chesterfield
The Bridge Inn has a 4.7/5 rating based on 22 Google reviews. One customer described the venue as a “very traditional pub” and an “absolute hidden gem.” Photo: Brian Eyre
31. The Tipsy Toad, Matlock
The Tipsy Toad has a 4.5/5 rating based on 369 Google reviews. One visitor said: “Nice little pub and good music - another little gem in Matlock.” Photo: Google
32. Neptune Beer Emporium, Chesterfield
The Neptune Beer Emporium has a 4.7/5 rating based on 365 Google reviews - with one punter describing the venue as a “great hidden gem of a pub.” Photo: Google