The Tavern at Tansley | Fabulous pub serving great food with rooms

Charming Traditional Village Pub

The Tavern, nestled within the charming village of Tansley, just outside Matlock, is now under new ownership and boasting a major refurbishment! Steeped in history, this fabulous dog friendly Derbyshire village pub, dates back to the 1700s and is once again the hub of the community, welcoming visitors with open arms, including families and well-behaved dogs. The Tavern at Tansley offers more than just a pint and a chat; with a newly renovated bar, dining room, beer garden and three ensuite double bedrooms, serving hearty, home-cooked pub food, it’s the ideal place to call in for a refreshing drink, delicious meal, or a place to stay when visiting this fabulous area of Derbyshire and the nearby Peak District National Park!

Newly Refurbed Bar, Dining Room & Beer Garden

The newly refurbished bar and dining room at The Tavern at Tansley provides a perfect mix of timeless charm and contemporary style. Retaining original features such as open fires and timber beams, both the bar and dining area provide a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere for all the family. Dogs are very welcome in the bar area with bowls, treats and towels, while the separate dining room offers a more formal setting.

Outside, the brand new undercover seating area at The Tavern at Tansley is a great place to relax in the warmer months. There is also a fabulous south facing lawn, with plenty of tables, which is a wonderful place to soak up the summer sun with a cool refreshing drink, surrounded by Derbyshire countryside. Also, coming soon for summer 2024 is a brand-new children’s play area, which the kids will love!

For those looking to host a family celebration or private gathering, The Tavern at Tansley has a great function room with its own bar and seating for around 40 guests, which can open out into the beer garden, allowing room for a total of 80 guests. With a great selection of meals and buffet style platters available, The Tavern at Tansley is a great place to host family meals, birthday parties, christenings, etc.

Delicious, Honest, Homecooked Food

The Tavern at Tansley has purposely steered away from fancy menus in favour of delivering honest, homecooked pub food, prepared using the freshest ingredients, sourced from nearby suppliers. Their menu includes a great selection ranging from mouthwatering ciabattas to generous sharing platters, alongside beloved pub classics such as ham, egg and chips, and pie and chips which are exceptional value on The Tavern’s weekly pie nights. Their legendary Sunday roasts are a firm favourite with returning guests, with succulent roasts served with rustic roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables, fluffy Yorkshire Puddings and rich gravy, with creamy cauliflower cheese available on request. They also offer a selection of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a delicious meal here.

For those seeking a midday pick-me-up, The Tavern’s daily coffee and cake offer provides the perfect excuse to treat yourself, all for just £6.00. Be sure to keep an eye on The Tavern at Tansley’s website and social media pages for other weekly offers such as discounted real ales on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and Fizz Fridays with discounted Prosecco to start your weekend in style! Why not round up your weekend and test your knowledge with a visit to their weekly quiz night, every Sunday from 7pm?!

Check out The Tavern at Tansley’s latest menus here!

Three Double Bedrooms

The Tavern at Tansley is a great base from which to explore this wonderful area of Derbyshire and the nearby Peak District National Park, and guests can now stay in one of their three, recently redecorated, ensuite double rooms. Each of these delightful rooms include:

Ensuite shower room
Comfortable double beds
TVs with Freeview
Tea and coffee making facilities
Wi-Fi
Delicious, homecooked continental breakfast
Please note, these are pet free rooms

Check out The Tavern at Tansley’s room availability here!

Fabulous Location

Tansley is a lovely little Derbyshire village, just 1.5 miles from the popular town of Matlock, on the edge of the Peak District National Park. Recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086, today Tansley translates to a wooded glade in the branch of a valley, which perfectly describes this traditional little village, with a village green and playground, surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is also close to two fabulous garden centres and home to a very popular weekly car boot sale, making The Tavern an ideal stop off point before you return home to tackle the gardening or to find a home for your new bargains!

The surrounding countryside is great for walkers, with lots of historic landmarks and picturesque waterfalls. Enjoy a two mile walk to nearby Lumsdale Falls via Bentley Brook, a beautiful, wooded valley with romantically overgrown mill ruins standing beside waterfalls, with views towards Riber Castle. A popular walking route with families is Black Rocks near Cromford, just four miles away, where after a short climb, you are rewarded with the most spectacular views. The High Peak Trail is also great for cyclists to enjoy a 17-mile traffic-free route running from Buxton to Cromford. Cromford is a lovely little village bursting with history including Cromford Mills which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a beautiful towpath along the Cromford Canal which has wildlife in abundance.

The Tavern at Tansley is close to so many family attractions, such as the inland “seaside” town of Matlock Bath with arcades, riverside walks and the fabulous Heights of Abraham. Children, parents and grandparents alike will all love taking a step back in time at Crich Tramway Village, a dog friendly attraction, which is not only home to the National Tramway Museum but is also a recreated period village with a traditional village pub.

Only a few miles away are many popular Derbyshire towns and villages, which can also be reached by the handy village bus, to places such as Ashover, Bakewell, and Chatsworth House to name just a few.

Every visit to The Tavern at Tansley is a chance to enjoy the simple pleasures of good food, great company, in a truly welcoming atmosphere, in a fabulous setting!