The Bulls Head, Ashford

You'll find The Bulls Head anchoring Church Street in Ashford in the Water—that lovely village everyone drives through on the way to Bakewell. It's the kind of pub that works equally well for a quick pint after a Peak District walk or a proper sit-down meal with the family. The stone exterior and traditional interior feel authentically Peak District without being affected about it. Real ales from Robinsons brewery flow reliably, and the food's straightforward stuff done properly—nothing fancy, just what you want after being out on the moors.