Sunday afternoons at The Peacock at Rowsley are about to get a little more special. From 21st June through to 30th August, we’re bringing live music back to our river-fronted gardens every Sunday between 2 and 4pm.

Whether you’re planning a long lazy lunch, a sunny drink by the river or a relaxed afternoon out in the Peak District, our Live Music Sundays are the perfect way to spend a summer Sunday.

Live music in the Peak District this summer

Set within the beautiful Derbyshire village of Rowsley, The Peacock sits at the gateway to the Peak District with gardens that run alongside the River Wye. It’s a setting that was made for summer afternoons, and this year we’re soundtracking them properly.

Each week, a talented local artist will perform live in the gardens, playing a blend of jazz, timeless classics and contemporary tunes with an upbeat twist.

Entry is free, walk-ins are always welcome and there’s no need to book just to enjoy the music, although we do recommend reserving a table if you’d like to guarantee your spot.

The summer 2026 lineup

We have an excellent selection of local artists lined up across the summer. Dates and performers are as follows:

• 21st June — Jake Buckley
• 28th June — Ricky Fleming
• 5th July — Josh Kemp
• 12th July — Lewis Cresswell
• 19th July — Alexa
• 26th July — Will Bateman
• 2nd August — Fraser Lowrie
• 9th August — Just Ben
• 16th August — Richie Howell
• 23rd August — Rick Guilford
• 30th August — Georgie

Eat, drink and unwind

Live music sounds even better with good food and drink. While the music plays, you’re welcome to dine from our Sunday menu, featuring nibbles, small plates, hearty mains, our much-loved roasts and indulgent desserts to finish.

Prefer to keep it simple? Settle in with a glass from our handpicked wine list or a classic cocktail from the bar and let the afternoon take care of itself.

How to book

Walk-ins are welcome every Sunday and no booking is required to enjoy the music. If you’d like to guarantee a table or reserve a particular time, we recommend booking ahead.

Book your table at The Peacock at Rowsley

There are moments worth doing properly. A milestone birthday. A business lunch where first impressions really matter. A celebration with the people you love most, gathered around food that actually means something.

When those occasions come around, the setting you choose makes all the difference.

At The Peacock at Rowsley, private dining is something we take real pride in. Tucked away in the picturesque Peak District village of Rowsley, nearby to the Chatsworth Estate and Haddon Hall, our historic coaching inn has been welcoming guests for centuries.

While the surroundings are beautifully timeless, the experience we offer is anything but ordinary.

Private spaces shaped around your event

We have two private dining rooms at The Peacock, each with its own character, and each suited to different types of occasion.

The Wye Room: Our larger space, accommodating up to 24 guests depending on layout. A full-length window wall fills the room with natural light, making it one of the most inviting settings in Derbyshire for a private lunch, celebratory dinner or away-day. It’s flexible enough to suit everything from a relaxed family gathering to a formal sit-down dinner.

The Derwent Room: A more intimate setting, ideal for up to 15 guests. Whether you’re hosting a private dinner, a small celebration or a focused corporate lunch, the Derwent Room has a warmth and focus that larger event spaces rarely manage to replicate. It feels personal, considered and genuinely special.

Both rooms can be arranged to suit your occasion, from the table layout to the pace of service. We’ll work with you to get it right.

Food worth gathering for

Food is at the heart of everything we do at The Peacock and that doesn’t change when we’re cooking for a private event.

Our kitchen team works with Derbyshire farmers, growers and artisans to source the finest seasonal ingredients and that commitment to quality shows in every plate. When your group sits down together, whether for a working lunch or a long celebratory dinner, you can expect cooking that genuinely does justice to the occasion.

We’re always happy to accommodate dietary requirements and personal preferences, so just let us know what matters to your group and we’ll take care of the rest.

Corporate bookings and away-days in the Peak District

The Peak District is an inspiring part of the world at the best of times. Getting your team out of the office and into somewhere like this does something that a conference call simply can’t.

The Peacock is a popular choice for corporate bookings across Derbyshire and beyond and our day delegate packages are designed to make the practical side as easy as possible. Room hire, arrival refreshments, working lunch, afternoon cream tea, free Wi-Fi, LCD screens and ample parking are all included.

Everything you need to run a productive day without the logistics getting in the way.

For teams staying overnight, our 24-hour delegate packages add an evening meal from our evening menu, boutique accommodation and a full breakfast the following morning.

Whether you’re running a workshop, a strategy session, a small conference or an executive lunch, our team will make sure the day runs smoothly from start to finish.

A venue that works as hard as you do

What makes The Peacock work as a corporate or private hire venue isn’t just the spaces themselves. It’s the people behind them.

Our front-of-house team brings the same warmth and attention to a private event that we bring to every table in the restaurant. You won’t feel like a booking reference. We’ll make sure you feel looked after and so will your guests.

The combination of a beautiful Peak District setting, great food and a team that cares about getting the details right is something that’s hard to find. It’s what keeps people coming back, whether they’re planning a birthday dinner or their fourth company away-day.

Plan your private event

If you’re starting to think about a private dining occasion, a corporate event or any kind of special gathering in the Peak District, we’d love to hear from you.

Get in touch with the team to discuss availability, packages and menus. We’ll make sure your event at The Peacock is one worth remembering.

Sometimes the most thoughtful gift you can give someone isn’t something they can unwrap. It’s somewhere to go, something to look forward to and a meal they’ll still be talking about weeks later. That’s where our gift cards come in.

At The Peacock at Rowsley, we offer three gift card options:

• Afternoon Tea experience

• Saturday night tasting menu (with the option to include a wine flight)

• Flexible monetary voucher to spend across food, drink and stays

Whether you know exactly what the recipient would love or you’d rather give them the freedom to choose, there’s an option to suit.

Saturday nights, done properly

Every Saturday evening from 6 to 9pm, we serve a tasting menu that takes you on a journey from the first canapé through to the final petit fours. Each course is carefully crafted and every pairing is considered. It’s the kind of dinner that unfolds at its own pace and that’s very much the point.

Optional select or signature wine flights are available to complement each course and if you’re gifting the full experience, you can include one in the gift card so the recipient arrives with everything already taken care of.

All dishes are gluten free or have gluten free options available, and a dedicated plant-based menu is offered for vegetarian and vegan guests.

Our General Manager, Cat, sums it up perfectly:

“I’m absolutely delighted with this tasting menu and updated wine pairing, it’s truly my favourite we’ve offered so far at The Peacock, Rowsley. The experience begins beautifully with Franciacorta from Ferghettina, setting the tone with elegance and freshness.

My favourites are, the starter of 63-degree egg yolk, asparagus and ham hock is perfectly complemented by either the vibrant Heaphy Sauvignon Blanc or the refined Domaine Michel Girard Sancerre. For the main, the depth and character of the Primitivo or Valpolicella Ripasso elevate the duck dish wonderfully.

At this time of year, our gardens are looking especially beautiful, making the perfect setting to enjoy the snacks and a glass of Ferghettina in the sunshine a simple pleasure that really captures the spirit of the experience.

It’s a menu that showcases both creativity and harmony in every pairing, a true reflection of what we strive for here.”

Give them something to look forward to

Gift cards are available to buy online and can be used for Afternoon Tea, our Saturday evening tasting menu or as flexible monetary credit across food and drink.

They’re a simple way to give a great experience and let the recipient choose when the time feels right.

And of course, if you’d simply like to book a table for yourself, we’d love to see you.

Afternoons worth savouring

Our Afternoon Tea has recently been refreshed and it’s a lovely way to spend a few unhurried hours. Everything is made in house using carefully chosen seasonal ingredients: finger sandwiches balancing richer savoury notes with lighter fresher flavours, the chef’s seasonal savoury dishes, warm scones with cream and jam and a selection of seasonal pastries and desserts with a gentle mix of fruit, citrus and chocolate.

Whether you’re stopping by after exploring the Peak District or planning a catch-up with someone, Afternoon Tea at The Peacock is a considered way to spend an afternoon. Everything is prepared with care.

An Afternoon Tea gift card makes a thoughtful present for a birthday, an anniversary or any occasion where you want to give someone something a little more memorable than a bottle of wine.

Tucked on the edge of the Peak District, The Peacock at Rowsley has long been a place where great food, thoughtful hospitality and a sense of occasion come together.

Now, with our carefully curated Chatsworth Experience package, you can enjoy one of Derbyshire’s most iconic days out alongside a memorable overnight stay.

A stay designed around you

If you’re searching for a Peak District hotel break that blends great food, elegant surroundings and a little adventure, our Chatsworth Experience offers the perfect balance.

Available as a one or two night stay, the package includes everything you need for a seamless escape. From the moment you arrive, you can settle into your chosen room or suite and enjoy the relaxed pace of the countryside.

Your stay includes:

• Overnight accommodation in your chosen room or suite

• A three-course meal from our dinner menu on the first evening

• Full English breakfast in the morning

• An entrance ticket per person to Chatsworth House and gardens

• Complimentary car parking at Chatsworth

Your Chatsworth tickets are collected from reception before you head over. We’ll have everything ready for you.

A dining experience to begin your stay

Your escape begins properly on your first evening, with a dining experience that celebrates seasonal British produce and thoughtful cooking.

You’ll enjoy up to three courses from our locally inspired dinner menu, where each dish is crafted with care using the finest ingredients available. Expect refined flavours, beautifully presented plates and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that makes you want to linger a little longer.

If you’re joining us on a Saturday, you can elevate your evening even further with the option to upgrade to our tasting menu. This is a chance to experience the full creativity of our kitchen, with a series of carefully considered courses designed to showcase the best of the season.

Wake up and take your time

Each morning begins with a full English breakfast, freshly prepared and served in elegant surroundings. It’s a gentle start to the day, whether you’re planning a visit to Chatsworth House or simply taking your time to relax.

For those staying a little longer, our two night package offers the chance to fully unwind. With more time on your side, you can explore more of the Peak District, discover nearby villages or enjoy the comfort of the hotel at your own pace.

Discover Chatsworth House and Gardens

After a restful night, it’s time to explore one of the UK’s most celebrated country estates. With your included tickets, visiting Chatsworth House couldn’t be easier.

Step inside the house to discover grand interiors, historic collections and centuries of stories, then head out into the gardens where winding paths, sculptures and seasonal planting create something beautiful at any time of year.

Plan your Chatsworth escape

This experience is ideal for those looking to combine the very best of the region in one effortless break. From exceptional dining in the Peak District to one of its most iconic attractions, every detail has been carefully considered.

If you’re ready to experience the Peak District at its most refined, our Chatsworth Experience package is the perfect place to begin.

Book your stay at The Peacock at Rowsley and enjoy the timeless beauty of the Peak District, from a day at Chatsworth House to an unforgettable evening of dining.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Every season brings a new opportunity to do something brilliant with what the land around us has to offer. This spring, we think we have made the most of it.

Head Chef Simon has approached this season with a focus on balance, creativity and flavour-led cooking, drawing on the exceptional produce available to us here in Derbyshire and beyond. The result is a menu we are genuinely proud of, and one we cannot wait to share with you.

It is a sentiment that Head Chef Simon captures perfectly:

“This is one of my favourite times of year in the kitchen. The change in season brings such an exciting variety of produce and it really inspires the way we create each dish. One ingredient I always look forward to is wild garlic, we’re lucky enough to have it growing in our own gardens and its freshness and vibrancy make it a real highlight across the menu.

There’s also something very special about the desserts at the moment. They feel lighter, more expressive and full of flavour. A personal favourite is the carrot cake with yoghurt, honey and walnut, not just for the balance of flavours but for the way it’s plated – you will have to come in and see for yourself.

For me, this season is all about celebrating what’s growing around us and letting those ingredients really shine.”

Dinner is served from 6pm to 9pm, Monday to Saturday. Whether you are planning a special occasion, a long-overdue catch-up or simply a night out that deserves to be memorable, we think this menu has something to offer everyone.

Why spring is one of our favourite times to dine

Being based in the Peak District is a genuine privilege when it comes to sourcing great ingredients. The region and its surrounding areas give us access to some of the finest seasonal produce in the country and spring is when things really start to get exciting.

Wild garlic pushes up through the woodland floors. Asparagus arrives, briefly and brilliantly. Jersey royals make their short-lived appearance. Peas come into their own. Rhubarb is at its most vibrant.

Our kitchen works closely with trusted local and regional suppliers to make sure that what ends up on the plate genuinely reflects the moment we are in.

A Closer Look at Our Spring Dinner Menu

To Start

Chicken liver parfait is one of those dishes that, when it is done well, sets the tone for an entire meal. Ours is silky smooth and delicately rich, served alongside the brightness and gentle heat of piccalilli and a lightly toasted crumpet. It is elegant without being fussy and it is exactly the kind of start that makes you settle in and look forward to what comes next.

For a plant-based opener, our pea panna cotta is a real statement of intent. Served with smoked cream cheese, pea salsa, pickled radish and a pea wafer, this dish is a brilliant example of what thoughtful cooking can do with something as simple and seasonal as a pea. It looks stunning on the plate and tastes even better than it looks. If you have never considered a pea to be a fine dining ingredient, this will change your mind.

For the Main Course

Spring lamb is one of the great pleasures of this time of year and our lamb two ways does full justice to it. We serve both a lamb cannon and a braised lamb shoulder, bringing together two very different textures and depths of flavour in a single dish. Alongside it comes asparagus, Jersey royals, feta and a wild garlic salsa verde that ties everything together with a bright, herby finish. Every component earns its place on the plate and the result is a main course that feels both seasonal and deeply satisfying.

One of our plant-based mains this season is a ratatouille that takes the French classic and reimagines it with real ambition. Beautifully prepared vegetables are served with feta, a silky basil emulsion, romesco sauce and aubergine caviar. It is rich, layered and complex in the best possible way.

To Finish

Desserts at The Peacock are not an afterthought and our spring selection is no exception.

Our salted caramel tart is served with poached pear and mascarpone, bringing together indulgence and elegance in equal measure. The balance of sweetness, salt and the soft, subtle fruitiness of the pear makes this a dessert that stays with you.

This season, we are also proud to be featuring our charity dessert in support of CPRE, The Countryside Charity, a cause that feels especially close to home given our setting in the Peak District.

The dessert is a carrot cake served with yoghurt, honey and walnuts, weaving together sweet and earthy flavours into something genuinely comforting and special. A portion of proceeds from this dish goes directly to CPRE’s vital work protecting and championing the British countryside. It is a dessert worth ordering, for every reason.

Book your table

If you are looking for a special restaurant in the Peak District, whether for a romantic dinner, a celebration or simply a meal that you will talk about long after you have left, we would love to welcome you to the table.

Our spring dinner menu is available from 6pm to 9pm, Monday to Saturday. Tables fill up quickly, particularly at weekends, so we recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment.

Click here or call us directly to reserve your table. We cannot wait to share this menu with you.

At The Peacock at Rowsley, our Afternoon Tea experience is designed to feel unhurried and generous, shaped by our fine dining approach and a genuine love of good hospitality.

Our Afternoon Tea menu has recently been revamped and brings together familiar flavours with seasonal touches from our kitchen team. Everything is prepared in house using carefully chosen ingredients, with attention paid to balance, texture and presentation.

Whether you are stopping by after exploring the Peak District or planning a catch up with friends, Afternoon Tea at The Peacock at Rowsley offers a calm and considered way to spend an afternoon.

What to expect from your Afternoon Tea

Your Afternoon Tea begins with a selection of finely prepared finger sandwiches that balance richer savoury notes with lighter, fresher flavours. This is followed by the chef’s seasonal savoury dishes, offering comforting bites crafted with care.

Sweet treats come next. Enjoy a variety of seasonal pastries and desserts, accompanied by warm scones with cream and jam. Expect a gentle mix of fruit, citrus and chocolate flavours, giving a little variety across the table without being too heavy.

Plant-based Afternoon Tea

Our newly launched plant-based afternoon tea has been created as a dedicated experience rather than a simple alternative. The menu celebrates plant-based ingredients with carefully layered flavours and a balance of savoury and sweet that feels generous and complete.

You can expect fresh, vibrant savoury options followed by desserts that are light yet indulgent, alongside freshly baked plant-based scones.

The Peacock at Rowsley aims to be a place where everyone feels comfortable choosing what suits them. Our team are happy to talk through dietary requirements and adaptations, helping you relax into the experience from the moment you arrive.

Add some fizz

Adding a glass of fizz is a simple way to turn Afternoon Tea into something a little more celebratory. We offer a selection of sparkling wines and Champagne chosen to complement both the savoury elements and the sweetness of the patisserie.

A chilled glass pairs beautifully with freshly baked scones and delicate desserts, whether you are marking a special moment or simply leaning into a slower afternoon in the Peak District.

Gift an Afternoon Tea

An Afternoon tea makes a thoughtful gift for someone who enjoys good food and unhurried dining. Our gift cards allow the recipient to enjoy a fine dining experience in the Peak District, shaped by careful cooking and attentive service.

It is a lovely way to celebrate a birthday, anniversary or milestone, offering time to pause, enjoy a beautifully prepared afternoon tea and savour the experience rather than rush through it.

Book your Afternoon Tea

With our recently refreshed Afternoon Tea menus and the choice to add a glass of fizz, it is an experience designed to be savoured in a setting made for lingering.

Afternoon tea is available Monday to Saturday from 12pm to 5pm and we kindly ask for 48 hours advance booking.

Book your table today and plan an unhurried afternoon of relaxed dining in the Peak District.