Plan your stay
Pubs Near Hamps Hall and Barn
Country pubs within walking distance or a short drive of Hamps Hall and Barn.
The Red Lion a short walk away · Ye Olde Crown by the Manifold Track · Dog-friendly pubs nearby · Book ahead for big groups
Pubs near Hamps Hall and Barn
Please book ahead for groups, especially at weekends.
Walkable · Dog-friendly
The Red Lion Inn
Waterfall
A short walk down the lane
The closest pub to the house, with a warm welcome for Hamps guests, food most days and a monthly acoustic night. Dogs are welcome.
Walkable · Manifold Track
Ye Olde Crown Inn
Waterhouses
About a mile, or a few minutes’ drive
A family-run pub at the start of the Manifold Track, popular with walkers and cyclists, with homemade pub classics, real ales and a beer garden.
Short drive · Unique
The Yew Tree Inn
Cauldon
About 3 miles · 10 minutes
A famous village pub packed with antiques, pianos and penny farthings, serving real ales.
Short drive · Dovedale
The Izaak Walton Hotel
Ilam, Dovedale
About 7 miles · 15 minutes
A country hotel bar at the foot of Dovedale, perfect after the stepping stones walk.
Short drive · Village green
The George
Alstonefield
About 13 miles · 25 minutes
A 16th-century village pub on the green with a real fire, good food and changing ales. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays.
Short drive · Dog-friendly
The Watts Russell Arms
Hopedale, Alstonefield
About 14 miles · 25 minutes
A walkers’ pub near Dovedale with a garden, good food and Thornbridge ales. Dogs welcome; under-10s not allowed inside.
Eating in?
Or bring the pub to you
With a dining room for up to 64 and two kitchens, it’s easy to eat in. Hire a mobile bar, or bring in a private chef or hog roast.
Pub FAQs
What is the nearest pub to Hamps Hall and Barn?
The Red Lion Inn at Waterfall is the closest, a short walk down the lane. It’s dog-friendly and serves food on most days.
Is there a pub on the Manifold Track?
Yes. Ye Olde Crown Inn in Waterhouses sits by the start of the Manifold Track, about a mile from the house, and is popular with walkers and cyclists.
Do we need to book for a large group?
Yes. Please call ahead for big groups, especially at weekends, as these are small village pubs.
Are the pubs dog-friendly?
The Red Lion Inn and the Watts Russell Arms welcome dogs. Check with other pubs before you go.
Stay a short walk from the pub
Hamps Hall and Barn sleeps 40. Check dates and prices online, or call us on 01273 271 332.

