The Peacock

The Peacock at Rowsley, near Bakewell, leans into a more elevated, classic country house feel, where everything slows down just enough to feel like an occasion without tipping into anything too formal, even with a dog in tow. Dogs are welcome inside selected areas of the hotel and restaurant, so nobody needs to do the pavement-waiting shuffle.

Food and setting are both taken seriously, but there's still that underlying comfort that lets you settle in properly, with dogs quietly taking up position while you enjoy the surroundings. It's the sort of place you build into the day rather than stumble across, giving you a moment that feels a little more considered.

A refined stop where well-behaved dogs can settle comfortably, making it a useful option when you want something a little more polished without leaving paws behind.