Enjoy a 4.2-star stay at The Bear Inn in Alderwasley, Belper. Pet-friendly hotel with free Wi-Fi, parking, restaurant, bar, near Crich Tramway Village & Chatsworth House.
Visitors highlight the welcoming ambiance, quality food, and attentive service, making it a favored stop for casual dining and countryside relaxation.
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Set in the village of Alderwasley near Belper, The Bear Inn offers a traditional countryside hotel experience complemented by a renowned restaurant and a wedding venue. The building carries a classic rustic charm with dark wood paneling and open fires, creating a cosy atmosphere that guests often highlight in their reviews. Many note the inviting bar area and the scenic views from the beer garden overlooking the surrounding valley.
Facilities at this 4.2-rated property include free Wi-Fi, free parking, and pet-friendly accommodations, making it convenient for travellers with dogs. The on-site restaurant serves a varied menu praised for its imaginative and well-prepared dishes, including standout items like braised ox cheek, venison with blueberry sauce, and traditional Sunday roasts. While there is no fitness centre or pool, the focus remains on food and drink quality, alongside a smoke-free environment.
Located in the heart of the Peak District, The Bear Inn is well positioned for sightseeing and recreational activities. Nearby attractions include the historic Crich Tramway Village, the impressive Chatsworth House, and family-friendly Gulliver’s Kingdom theme park. Guests often mention returning for the combination of great food and the peaceful setting, ideal for those seeking a relaxed country stay with opportunities for exploring the local area.
Reviews underscore a generally positive guest experience with repeated praise for friendly service and good value. Some visitors recommend the venue for its warm ambiance and accommodating staff, especially families and dog owners. A few comments note variability in certain services, but overall the atmosphere and culinary offerings receive consistent approval, making it a suitable choice for visitors looking for a comfortable and authentic rural inn experience.
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We found this place by accident and im happy we did. Its old and lovely and super cozy with a nice atmosphere. We only had drinks, but will definitely come back and try the food! The views out back are amazing too. Overall, if you like cozy chilled atmosphere this place is perfect Ps. Dog friendly and good range of beers
Great pub in the countryside, with a really good menu and great food. Was sunny enough to sit outside, but you do need to order back at the bar. Despite that the service was very good, highly recommend a visit.
We are holidaying in the area and called in for a Sunday Lunch. Good varied choice of menu Hubby had roast beef and all the trims I had the chicken, again with veg + yorkshire pudding. We both enjoyed our meals and would definitely re-visited if passing by - no probs.
Went for a meal here, not to stay in the hotel. Happy to report that it was a lot better than the last visit 2 years ago. The beer is nice, although maybe a bit variable. The food was good, but needed a bit more heating, which was done. But the service was great, and the menu variety really good, imaginative dishes are offered, lots of options too. The prices are very reasonable for both beer and food.
Truly beautiful pub on the top of the valley with amazing views across it from the beer garden. Food is great, we had venison with a blueberry sauce and the chicken pie. Both hot and delicious and good value for money. Inside is really cute traditional old pub vibes with small little nooks, lots of dark wood panel and open fires. Decent beer on tap from thornbridge brewery.
An unforgettable experience in the heart of the Peak District! We had an amazing meal at The Bear Inn — truly one of the highlights of our trip. The 16-hour braised ox cheek with red wine reduction was absolutely out of this world — tender, flavourful, and cooked to perfection. We also tried the fish and chips, which were beautifully crispy on the outside, flaky and fresh on the inside — classic done right! It's the kind of place where you instantly feel at home. Nestled in the stunning Peak District, it’s the ideal spot for a relaxing meal after a day of exploring. Highly recommend — we’ll definitely be coming back!
We went for tea tonight as a family and had such a lovely time. The atmosphere was warm and cosy — perfect for a relaxed meal together. We all had the pie with triple-cooked chips, and they were absolutely incredible — the best chips I’ve had eating out! Everything was cooked to perfection, and the service was friendly and welcoming. We’ll definitely be returning soon!
Came here for a Sunday lunch after it had been taken over and it was easily one of the best we’ve had. We have since returned as a family, service is spot on, food is extremely good. Ambience is lovely and cosy too. On top of that, they catered extremely well for our Type 1 diabetic daughter, as parents were always grateful for this support. A great place that has really been turned around in a positive way.
We had a fabulous weekend. Great food, super friendly staff and our accommodation was great and perfect to visit with our dog. Highly recommended. Xx
Stayed at the Bear for a week. Wonderful people,fantastic food and great building. Chris,Wendy,Sarah, and all the staff were so friendly and welcoming. It was very hot when we stayed but the building kept us lovely and cool. We will be back.
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