The Duncombe Arms
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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, modern, and romantic ambiances. Breakfast options include continental, buffet, and full English/Irish. Lunch and dinner are available, accommodating vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets. Leisure Facilities: The hotel offers a garden, terrace, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include an electric vehicle charging station, housekeeping service, and free on-site private parking. Location and Attractions: Located 31 mi from East Midlands Airport, the property is near Alton Towers (5.6 mi), Trentham Gardens (23 mi), and Chatsworth House (25 mi). Highly rated for its breakfast, attentive staff, and comfortable rooms.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Restaurant
- Family rooms
- Bar
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Delel
United Arab Emirates
“Very nicely located. Fantastic food and atmosphere! Lovely and helpful staff!” - David
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
“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
“Excellent suite beautiful furniture, very comfortable and clean” - Pladsen
United Kingdom
“I loved the themed rooms. The entire property was beautiful. Dinner was delicious.” - Will
United Kingdom
“Really comfy bed. Excellent bar . Superb breakfast. Gracious host” - Lisa
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” - Jay1969
United Kingdom
“Second time here, great rooms, lovely food and fantastic staff.” - Gabriela
Brazil
“Beautifully decorated rooms and confortable Easy to park” - Long
United Kingdom
“Comfortable rooms, delicious food and friendly staff”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- The Duncombe Arms
- CuisineBritish
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
House rules
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.





The fine print
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.