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Oak Room - The Duncombe Arms, Ashbourne, Derbyshire
Award-winning

The Duncombe Arms

4.6 (2377)
£26 to £40
British
The Duncombe Arms, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 2GZ

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
The Duncombe Arms is a beautiful, traditional country pub situated at the heart of the lovely rural village of Ellastone on the Staffordshire / Derbyshire border. Located on the edge of the Peak District near the towns of Ashbourne and Uttoxeter it is a great place to visit providing a delightful setting in which to enjoy a drink, some lovely food, as well as a chat with friends or family.

Come inside and enjoy a roaring log fire, sample our excellent range of beers and wines or enjoy fabulous food from our award-winning chef Scott Law. Or in the summer you can laze in our large garden overlooking the view to Worthy Island Wood.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, European, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01335 324275
  • Website
    http://www.duncombearms.co.uk/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Scott Law
  • Location
    The Duncombe Arms, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 2GZ
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
  • Neighborhood
    Ashbourne
  • Cross street
    MAIN ROAD ELLASTONE DE6 2GZ
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 2,377 people are saying

The Duncombe Arms reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Derbyshire

    Best Ambiance

  • Derbyshire

    Good for business meals

  • Derbyshire

    Neighborhood gem

  • Derbyshire

    Great for fine wines

  • Derbyshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Derbyshire

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Duncombe Arms offers an idyllic setting in a "beautiful village" with gorgeous decor. Guests consistently praise the "excellent food" and "impeccable service." The menu features high-quality, locally-sourced ingredients, with standout dishes like the rib-eye steak and tarte tatin. It's a must-visit for a memorable dining experience.
2,377 Reviews

  1. Heather VIP

    London8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A real gem - food always superb - lovely ambience

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  2. Andy

    London1 review

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this pub, and have been many times. Food is consistent but I do think these days it's a little over priced. The food is good quality "gastro" pub style food but the average price for a main course is around £30 which seems quite steep for what it is. Won't stop me coming back because it's a great spot but would like it to be better value for money.

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  3. Katrina

    Buckinghamshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely quality food and great staff. The location is beautiful and the menu varied and very high quality. Great range of wines and spirits too

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  4. David

    Manchester/Greater Manchester1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent venue after day at the races Great food and service

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  5. Joanna

    Derbyshire16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Duncombe Arms is a wonderful place, with fabulous food and staff who treat you like family. We had yet another amazing meal, the perfect place for our celebration - can’t wait to go back!

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  6. Noreen

    London4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice environment, nicely prepared food and appropriate service.

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  7. Cathy

    Cambridge/Cambridgeshire4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely staff. Great food. Homeopathic portion of veg the only let down!

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  8. Suzi

    Derbyshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Steeped in heritage, this beautiful restaurant has the perfect balance of the highest quality, creative cuisine and pub vibe. Everything is tastefully done and the staff are amazing. I've never left the Duncombe Arms disappointed, it's a special place for a special treat or an impromptu visit after a day in the Peaks.

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  9. Janette

    Staffordshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great table as it was so hot we sat in the covered area outside which was lovely. The service was really good, friendly professional staff and the food was excellent and presented beautifully . Had a lovely evening and will be back .

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  10. Rachael

    Bath/Somerset1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious range of food choices, very friendly service, and beautiful location (with option to eat inside, garden room or outside). Highly recommend.

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The Duncombe Arms is rated 4.6 stars by 2377 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
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The Duncombe Arms, Ashbourne, Derbyshire DE6 2GZ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
  • Cross street
    MAIN ROAD ELLASTONE DE6 2GZ
  • Neighborhood
    Ashbourne
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 6:00 pm–8:30 pm Sun 6:00 pm–7:30 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, European, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Scott Law
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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