The Duncombe Arms

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.3
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.5

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Duncombe Arms in Ashbourne offers family rooms with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and free WiFi. Each room includes a work desk, TV, and free toiletries. Dining Experience: Guests can enjoy British cuisine at the family-friendly restaurant, featuring traditional and modern ambiances. Breakfast options include continental, buffet, and full English/Irish. The bar provides a relaxing atmosphere. Leisure Facilities: The hotel features a garden, terrace, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include an electric vehicle charging station, daily housekeeping service, and free on-site private parking. Nearby Attractions: Located 3.1 mi from Alton Towers, 18 mi from Trentham Gardens, and 31 mi from East Midlands Airport. Other attractions include Buxton Opera House and Chatsworth House.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

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See what guests loved the most:

James
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Breakfast was really nice & delicious though we had to leave immediately as we were running late for work.”
Clare
Australia Australia
“Fantastic location, great pub, great food, great accommodation, all the little issues that cropped up travelling with a disabled family member were handled really well by lovely staff.”
Delel
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“Very nicely located. Fantastic food and atmosphere! Lovely and helpful staff!”
David
United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
“It was very well kept with all the trappings of home. Beautiful and clean, fantastic accommodation in the Garden Cottage for a family stay.”
Lucynraff
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very comfortable room on ground floor with gorgeous patio leading out onto fields with beautiful views. Super dog friendly with blankets, towels, bowls and dog biscuits provided. Tasty creative food in the restaurant and a great wine list. All the...”
Wassim
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent suite beautiful furniture, very comfortable and clean”
Pladsen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“I loved the themed rooms. The entire property was beautiful. Dinner was delicious.”
Will
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Really comfy bed. Excellent bar . Superb breakfast. Gracious host”
Lisa
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“stunning, quirky & quaint yet modern & vibrant. superb rooms, lots of beautiful finishing touches, great food and wine and cozy bistro pub and restaurant. really dog friendly”
Eleanor
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great views from the beer garden, flexible outdoor dining area. The guest suite we stayed in was lovely, comfortable and clean. Very dog friendly too with a convenient area for walking him in the field next door. Also, their chocolate mousse is...”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
The Duncombe Arms
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Duncombe Arms

Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

House rules

The Duncombe Arms takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform The Duncombe Arms of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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