Thornbridge Lodge

Pubs

• The White Lion, Great Longstone - Less than a 10 minute stroll away,  a great  village pub.
• The Crispin Inn, Great Longstone -only a short walk from the cottage, traditional village pub serving food and local ales.
• The Packhorse, Little Longstone - Lovely historic character features in this compact pub – promotes itself with Walkers and Muddy boots welcome.’ It is worth booking a table for a group as it is popular with the locals.
• The Bull, Ashford in the Water - Traditional Robinson small character pub serving great food. Lovely cosy fire in the winter months.
• The Ashford Arms, Ashford in the Water - in the centre of the village. This pub was always a popular place to visit and has now been completely renovated to offer a welcoming place to dine inside or out. An extensive menu, including Sunday Roasts, breakfasts and Children menus. Open from 8am every day. Dog friendly
• Monsal Head Hotel and Stable Bar, Monsal Head - This place has a great viewing area and is a fabulous place to rest and enjoy a pint in the old Stable Barn when walking along the Monsal Trail.
• The Red Lion at Litton - Nestled on the green in the picturesque village of Litton, The Red Lion is one of a very few unspoilt traditional Peak District pubs. This historic inn combines character & quality in a way that is rare in modern pubs.
• Devonshire Arms, Beeley - Set on the Chatsworth Estate, The Devonshire Arms is one of those picturesque country inns at the heart of village life. It offers the charm and character of an historic inn with a contemporary twist! The Brasserie is modern, bright and relaxing while the Inn is cosy and inviting.
• The Bull’s Head, Monyash - A traditional pub located in the heart of the village, serving good pub food. Popular with families and walkers.
• The Bridge Inn, Calver - A lovely setting near to the river, offering pub classics, sharing platters, sandwiches and kids menu, alongside local ales and great wines. Stunning beer garden to enjoy too.

Restaurants

• The Woodyard, Bakewell - Great location by the river in Bakewell for a family friendly Restaurant – Serves both lunch and dinner.
• PieDaniels, Bakewell - A fine French restaurant and cafe bar in the heart of Bakewell offering a selection of fine French & English cuisine.
• Rajas Indian Restaurant, Bakewell - A great Indian restaurant located in the Bridge House just on the edge of the famous Bakewell Bridge. They also do take-aways.
• Lovage- Bakewell, owned and run by former Great British Menu regional finalist Lee Smith offers modern food served in relaxed surroundings. Booking essential.

Cafes

• Aisseford Tea Room, Ashford in the Water - Pretty village tea room with lots of outdoor seating.
  
• Hassop Station Café & Bookshop - A  family friendly cafe with outdoor covered seating and play, with a focus on food, family & fresh air. Enjoy brunch, lunch or afternoon tea on the terrace on the renown Monsal Trail or in the newly refurbished station building.
• Hobbs Café, Monsal Head Hotel, Monsal Head - Situated at Monsal Head this cosy café offers great views and serves locally made ice cream.
• The Old Smithy Café, Monyash - Rustic! Famous for its breakfast featured in the Top 50 Breakfast Book in the country. Character décor, open year round – walkers and bikers welcome. Also serves lunch daily with dinner on certain days.
• Bakewell has numerous independent cafes and tea rooms to enjoy

Fresh Delivered Meals & Take Aways

• My Peak Event - fantastic selection of home made prepared meals from local chef/cooks - great for large groups.
• Scoff - Delicious, home-cooked food, delivered to you in the Peak District
• Bakewell Fish and Chip Shop
• Rajas Indian Restaurant
• Hope Valley Pizza Co - Take away pizza with free delivery
• Maazi - Sumptuous Indian meal or buffet delivered to your door. Numerous catering options and can also provide waiting on staff and even take away the washing up.

It is always best to check the websites for any seasonal opening times as some places do shut early or close over the winter months.

1. Spend a day exploring the historic market town of Bakewell

Bakewell is the largest town within the Peak District National Park and is a hub of activity. Market day is on a Monday and as well as a large range of stalls there is also an agricultural market which is definitely worth a look around as it offers a great insight into today's farming community. The town also hosts a craft and gift fair most weekends in the Brigade town hall. The Bakewell Old House Museum occupies one of the oldest buildings in Bakewell and dates back to 1543, it provides a fascinating glimpse into the town's past and is very interesting and informative with lots to appeal to all ages. Obviously, no trip to Bakewell would be complete without sampling an original Bakewell pudding. The Old Original Bakewell Pudding Shop claims to have the old original recipe and still makes the puddings by hand from this secret recipe.

Click here for a link to further information on Bakewell.

2. Cycle or Walk the Monsal Trail

With the Monsal Trail literally on your doorstep, it would be rude not to take the opportunity to cycle/walk along this old Midland Railway line which runs from Bakewell right up to Blackwell Mill, in Chee Dale. The trail offers 8.5 miles of traffic-free cycling/walking and the reopened tunnels offer one of the most spectacular leisure routes in Britain for cycling, walking and horse riding. The nearest cycle hire is at Hassop station which is a great place to stop for a bite to eat or for a coffee and a nice piece of homemade cake! There is also a lovely little gift shop and book shop and a children’s play area. If walking it's also worth leaving the trail and dropping down into Monsal Dale itself to enjoy walking along down by the river.

Click here for a link to cycle hire at Hassop Station or here for more information on the Monsal Trail.

3. Take a tour around the Thornbridge Brewery

This award-winning brewery is just down the road from the property and for any real ale lover taking a tour of this state-of-the-art brewery is not to be missed.  Please contact them for more details.  Why not enjoy their Tap Room, furnished in a relaxed manner with sofas, plush chairs, rustic tables and church pews! Serving freshly made to order pizzas alongside a great selection of local ales to sample.

Click here for a link to Thornbridge Brewery.

4. Chatsworth House and Park

No visit to the Peak District would be complete without visiting the fabulous Chatsworth House. At Chatsworth, there is something to do for every member of the family. The Farmyard and Adventure playground is a brilliant day out for children of all ages - with animal handling, milking demonstrations and daily activities, plus a woodland adventure playground with slides, climbing nets and more! Then there is obviously the house itself, steeped with history it’s one of Britain’s greatest stately homes and has been passed down through generations of the Cavendish family. The gardens are equally as impressive as the house, over 100 acres and as well as the beautiful maze, there are giant water features and sculptures dotted around. Again suitable for all the family, with the garden trails, and the famous water cascade to keep the little ones occupied.

Click here for a link to Chatsworth House and Park.

5. Walk along the Edges

Baslow, Curbar and Froggatt Edges are only a short drive away and offer a spectacular walking route where you can view both the Dark and White Peaks. These three gritstone edges are part of an almost continuous line of cliffs running from Stanage Edge down to Birchen Edge at the southern end. These Edges once famous for millstones are now known as great places to rock climb. There are over 200 rock-climbing routes on Curbar Edge alone, making the edges a mecca for walkers and climbers alike. For walkers, Baslow Edge also offers interesting features including a memorial to the Duke of Wellington, a giant rock called the Eagle Stone which in years gone by the young men of Baslow used to show off their prowess and fitness for marriage by climbing to the top and even some resident Highland cows. There are many different routes, some circular, some linear around the edges and also different staring/finishing points. A nice circular route that also includes walking along the river Derwent can be viewed by clicking here.

A basic weekend supply of the following essentials are supplied (as there are no staff on site if you run out you will have to replace):

• Hand soap
• Loo rolls (1 x on the holder and 1 spare per bathroom)
• Washing up liquid
• 5 x dishwasher tablets
• 2 x tea towels
• 1 x dish cloth
• Basic cleaning materials
• Utilities - Electric, gas, heating and hot water
• Free Wi-fi

Useful Information

• 1 x travel cot (if requested) - we provide basic travel cot's that comply with BSI. Please note that due to health and safety reasons, you will need to bring cot linen and any extra padding you require over and above the lightly padded standard base that is supplied by the manufacturer.
• 1 x high chair (if requested)
• Fresh linen with beds made up upon arrival
• Fresh towels - Bath towel per guest & hand towels in the bathrooms
• 1 X log burner in the main lounge - 1 x basket of logs supplied upon arrival (due to health and safety we cannot supply fire lighters or matches)
• 1 x TV with Freeview and 1 x DVD player in the main lounge (HDMI compatible)
• Ipod docking station
• Washing Machine
• Iron & ironing board & indoor clothes airer
• Bedroom 4 can only be accessed via a spiral staircase so not ideal for children/babies
• Right on the Monsal Trail so bringing your bike is a must (no lockable bike storage)
• Christmas- throughout December there will be a Christmas Tree decorated with a set of lights
• Please note that some rooms may have been updated with new furnishings & decor since the photos or virtual tour were taken

Cooking and Dining

Any kitchen items that are absolutely vital for your stay, please check with us before your visit to ensure that it is at the property (as things do sometimes get broken).

• Microwave
• Gusto Coffee Machine
• Kitchen scales
• Pots, pans, roasting tins, crockery, glassware and cutlery
• 4 x gas hob and electric oven
• Cafetieres
• Kettle
• Dishwasher
• Under counter style fridge and separate freezer
• Toaster
• Dining table in the kitchen seats up to 11 on a mixture of benches and chairs

Parking

• There is private parking for 4 cars
• The parking area is gated from the road
• For reasons of both safety and property insurance, under no circumstances should you use the domestic plug sockets in the property to charge an electric vehicle.  Our domestic supply in the property does not have the capacity or set up to support EV charging. Please use this link, that you may find helpful, for the local nearby charging stations. 

Outdoor Space

• Walled and cobbled private courtyard
• 2 x picnic benches seating 6 on each
• Small secluded lawn area
• Mature trees and hedges as borders
• ​BBQ- charcoal- available between the 1st April to 31st October, please supply your own charcoal and lighting equipment

Property Quirks

• ​In the annexe there is a spiral staircase to the upper bedroom, this is not suitable for small children or guests with mobility restrictions
• Due to the age of the building some bedrooms have sloping ceilings so may reduce head height for some guests
• The bedroom in the annexe does have a low beam
• The courtyard is cobbled so please be careful as some areas may be slightly more raised than others
• Bedroom 3 does not have a door to the bedroom it is at the top of a set of stairs, leading from the hallway - has a private en suite.
• If organising a food shop delivery please choose Thornbridge Cottage as the option.

Dogs

• Unfortunately this property has a strict no dogs allowed policy

Wi-Fi

• W-Fi is provided free of charge, however, as the Peak District is in a beautiful rural location sometimes there may be intermittent signal that is beyond our control.  We also hope you appreciate that we cannot guarantee Wi-Fi if there are technical issues out of our control