The CastleInn 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 There are several historical documents that survive, which give us an insight into the history of this place and we know that during the reign of King Charles 11 the Landlord of this Pub was fined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
Tel: 01433 620578 Fax: 01433 622902
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