The Lathkil Hotel, Over Haddon

Top marks for beer quality and choice. Best I had on the whole trip I think.

As previous poster noted, the buffet layout for the food is a little odd - how long has it spent under hot lamps I wondered.

Anyway, the terrace with views over Lathkill Dale is what makes the place special. Worth a visit for that and for the beer.

17 May 2015 16:07

The Druid Inn, Birchover

I liked this place much more than the Red Lion on this visit. The beer was superb and reasonably priced. The owners were very friendly and accommodating to us, but unfortunately the chef had been sent home for the evening because the place was so quiet, so we couldn't get any food after a long day of walking.

17 May 2015 16:05

Red Lion, Birchover

Dear me, this village is going downhill. This pub used to be thriving on previous visits, but we were pretty much the only customers at 8 o'clock on a Thursday. The village shop has also gone in recent years and the campsite seems underused.

I'm not a fan of the Sardinian food, as there is precious little for vegetarians that is of any interest. Quite expensive too.

The one saving grace is the beer. Very good selection of enjoyable ales in very good condition.

17 May 2015 16:03