Wine, Romance & Local Events Close to The Ashford Arms this February
February 2025 is here, and with it comes a host of exciting things to enjoy either here at The Ashford Arms, or close by. Whether you’re looking for a cosy meal, a romantic getaway, or something to do in the area, we’d love to host you and help you #enjoymore.
Winter Wine Offer
We’re helping those long-awaited, post-Christmas pay dates stretch further with our winter offers.
First up is our Winter Wine Offer! Whether you’re dining in or enjoying a night out, we’ve got a fantastic selection of wines at only £17.95 per bottle. Perfect for pairing with a hearty pub meal or enjoying on its own. Available Monday to Friday in February. (Please see terms and conditions).
Pub Classics Offer
There’s nothing better than a comforting pub classic on a cold winter day. With our Winter Pub Classics offer, you can enjoy a delicious pub classic dish paired with a selected drink from our special pub classics menu for only £20. Read all the details here. (Ts and Cs apply).
Valentine’s Day at The Ashford Arms
Looking for a romantic night out? Our Valentine’s Day menu is designed to make your evening extra special. From exquisite starters to indulgent desserts, we’ve crafted the perfect menu for you and your loved one.
We’re also celebrating all kinds of love between friends and family, so if you book a table of 4 or more on Valentine’s Day, we’ll gift you a bottle of Durello fizz to toast the occasion.
Read more about Valentine’s Day 2025 at The Ashford Arms here.
Half-Term Staycations
If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway this half-term, our rooms are the ideal spot to relax and unwind. Enjoy the stunning Peak District with the comfort of a cosy room and a hearty breakfast included. Please note, we do not have family rooms at The Ashford Arms but our sister venues The Maynard in Grindleford and The George in Hathersage do.
The Ashford Arms is perfect for couples or friends looking to escape for a few days. We have availability in half term (at the time of writing) for 18th, 19th and 22nd February.
Check availability and book here.

The Love Locker Launch Weekend
Like many cities and areas of beauty, Bakewell’s iconic Bakewell Bridge was the home of thousands of metal padlocks or ‘love locks’ that couples had attached to the listed and historic structure.
Owing to the weight of the locks, a decision was made to remove them from the bridge and instead create a new installation called The Love Locker at Thornbridge Hall. The much anticipated Love Locker Launch Weekend, sees the installation unveiled over Valentine’s weekend. If you’ve ever attached a lock to the bridge you can see if you can find it in the new installation. It’s also the perfect opportunity to carry on the tradition and attach your own lock to the new home of these symbols of love and romance.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner at The Ashford Arms
This February join us for what we do best – incredible food, sourced locally and sustainably and made from scratch.
Breakfast is served;
Daily from 8-11am and is open to all.
Lunch is served;
12-3pm Monday to Thursday
12-5pm Friday and Saturday
Sunday lunch is served;
12-8:30pm on Sundays
Sandwiches menu is served;
3-5pm Monday to Thursday
Dinner is served;
5pm – 9:30pm Monday to Saturday
5pm – 8:30pm on Sunday
Afternoon Tea is served;
12-5pm Monday to Saturday (and requires 24 hours notice)
Our bar is open until 11:30pm daily.