The team at the Dead Poets Inn, located on Chapel Street in Holbrook, are celebrating after being named Derbyshire CAMRA Pub of the Year for 2026.
These photos show what you can expect from the pub – will you be making plans to visit at any point over the coming weeks?
5. Fighting off tough competition
The Dead Poets rose to the top by competing against every other CAMRA branch winner across the county—from the Peak District to the heart of Derby. Photo: Brian Eyre
6. Wide variety of real ales and ciders
The pub offers eight real ales, and normally has a range of around 20 traditional ciders. They are linked to Brunswick Brewing Company, so the pub always has a house beer on - as well as lager and draught Bass. Photo: Brian Eyre
7. Award-winning pub
The Dead Poets has claimed the Amber Valley CAMRA Pub of the Year award for three consecutive years. Photo: Brian Eyre
8. Summer menu
The pub is set to launch a new summer menu, including freshly-made sandwiches, toasties, chips, jacket potatoes and pork pies. Service times: 12.00pm - 2.00pm (Tuesday - Thursday), 12.00pm - 4.00pm (Friday, Saturday and Sunday). Photo: Brian Eyre