The Castle Inn is one of several Public Houses that can be found in the Derbyshire Town of Castleton in the Peak District National Park. It is located right in the heart of the Town, at the bottom of the hillside where Peveril Castle is perched, overlooking Castleton. This location leaves the ... Read review
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Advantages: Lovely setting, good atmospher, Historic Disadvantages: Can get very busy, Food is only average
The Castle Inn is one of several Public Houses that can be found in the Derbyshire Town of Castleton in the Peak District National Park. It is located right in the heart of the Town, at the bottom of the hillside where Peveril Castle is perched, overlooking Castleton. This location leaves the visitor in no doubt how this Public House derived its name and the sign outside here has a picture of a Castle on it, that somewhat resembles that of Peveril ... ...Town, the Castle is generally the busiest Pub in Castleton. If the weather is fine this is one of the few places which has a large beer garden and the advantage of the beer garden here is that it has wonderful views of the Castle. From the outside this beer garden is sheltered by trees and shrubs so only the tops of the red and white umbrellas are visible from the road. This helps to give the garden a more private, intimate feel and creates a charming, ... more
The Castle Inn is one of several Public Houses that can be found in the Derbyshire Town of Castleton in the Peak District National Park. It is located right in the heart of the Town, at the bottom of the hillside where Peveril Castle is perched, overlooking Castleton. This location leaves the visitor in no doubt how this Public House derived its name and the sign outside here has a picture of a Castle on it, that somewhat resembles that of Peveril Castle.
Due to its location within the Town, the Castle is generally the busiest Pub in Castleton. If the weather is fine this is one of the few places which has a large beer garden and the advantage of the beer garden here is that it has wonderful views of the Castle. From the outside this beer garden is sheltered by trees and shrubs so only the tops of the red and white umbrellas are visible from the road. This helps to give the garden a more private, intimate feel and creates a charming, relaxed ambience.
The Castle Inn dates from around 1600 and until Victorian times it was a popular stop off point for the Stagecoaches that travelled between Sheffield and Manchester. There are several historical documents that survive, which give us an insight into the history of this place and we know that during the reign of King Charles 11 the Landlord of this Pub was fined for brewing his own beer without a license.
It is said that the Castle Inn has at least four different resident Ghosts. These include an old man who wears a pinstriped suit, a jilted Bride and a lady dressed in grey.
Today the Castle Inn is a part of the Vintage Inns chain and provides accommodation as well as drinks and food. There is always a good choice of Cask Ales available and on my last visit here I noted Thwaites Bomber, Thwaites IPA and Black Sheep Ale all on sale behind the bar.
I have enjoyed many drinks here over the years and have always found the price to be in line with those of the Town’s other Pubs. I have also eaten here but not for a couple of years, but I did find the food to be a little bit disappointing.
On recent visits here I have seen food being served out and this still seems to support my findings. The meals are rather small in size and the vegetables like they are frozen rather than fresh. Having said that there is quite an extensive menu available. This includes lots of fancy named dishes including Butter Bean and Bell Pepper Pie and Roasted Mediterranean Lasagne.
Food is served daily from 12 midday until 9.30pm and there is no need to pre-book.
Accommodation is Castleton is often difficult to find, especially during busy periods and it is always necessary to pre-book a room here, which are often fully booked several months in advance. I have never had the need to book accommodation in the Town since I live only about 30 minutes from here but I am told that the rooms here are very comfortable and of a good standard.
Prices for the rooms vary and they are generally more expensive over the weekend than during the week. Currently a double room between Monday and Thursday will cost £59.95 per person, whilst on a Saturday or Sunday this same room will cost £75 per person.
Overall I think that the Castle Inn in Castleton is a lovely place to sit outside and enjoy a few drinks. I have always found the staff to be smart and very pleasant. I would definitely recommend a visit here if you are in the area.
The Castle Inn, Castle Street, Castleton, Hope Valley, Derbyshire, S33 8WG
Advantages: A great interesting day out Disadvantages: none apart from a very long walk
I have been reviewing a lot of DVDs recently but I had to say a few words about a place I visited again the other day.
I first went to Castleton many years ago with school, staying at the YHA in the village centre, I often looked up at the castle then but never really had any interest in going into it as I wasn't that interested in Castle at the time.
Anyway, I was back in Castleton the other day and again noticed the Castle looming above me as I sat outside the George Hotel, eating my lunch.
I wondered what the big attraction was with the Castle as a lot of people recommended it.
As on my previous visits to Castleton I had been into the caverns and mines, (as I enjoy potholing and caving), so I thought why not give it a go? see the view.
I paid the admission price in the information centre/ shop before standing at the foot ...
Advantages: Beautiful place. Lots of sites and things to see. Disadvantages: Can get VERY busy in summer months and Bank holidays.
in a boat underground into the various caverns. You can spend a whole day touring each of the caverns in turn ~ this is recommended, but don't neglect the rest of the village!
Each cavern has different opening times and charges and each has a website where the up to date info can be found. (http://www.peakcavern.co.uk/, http://www.speedwellcavern.co.uk/, http://www.bluejohnstone.com/ and http://www.bluejohnstone.com/)
***The Village***
The village is built up around a central square and the village has a lot of pretty and historic buildings. These include St. Edmunds Church; a rather fortress like Norman church that was restored in the 19th Century, the CastleHotel; a 17th century pub and Castleton Hall; a 17th manor house that is now the local Youth Hostel. Look out for the Town Ditch (near the main road) too ~ a defensive ...
tange 13.05.2005
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Advantages: lovely scenery and friendly locals Disadvantages: british weather
Well, I love visiting Castleton and have done since my very first visit in 1985, when I stayed in the youth hostel in the centre, at the foot of Peveril castle.
The small village is so beautiful that it has to be re-visited as often as possible as there is always a new area to walk each time.
I first stayed in Castleton before our attempt at crossing the Pennines in the world record of what was then 9 days, (to which we were not very successful, in fact we failed by 16 days due to unforeseen circumstances). We were based at the youth hostel for the start before we would clamber over the east Mam Tor, (or the shivering mountain) and into Edale, the start of the Pennine walk, near the Nags head.
I could tell you about the first time I visited Castleton, testing the few pubs for quality and style on the first night. The Castle ...
blissman70 05.04.2008
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