About this property
Located in the heart of Ticknall, The Staff of Life is a welcoming 4-star country inn, housed in a Grade II Listed building, south of Derby. Rooms are stylishly decorated with private bathrooms and many have original features. Some of the rooms have a large plasma-screen TV. Free wireless broadband is available in all of the rooms. Ticknall is a picturesque village located in Derbyshire. Just 10 minutes walk from The Staff of Life are the historic grounds of Calke Park, often hosting concerts and events. The Staff of Life offers traditional food in a warm pub atmosphere, using locally sourced produce wherever possible.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Restaurant
- Free Wifi
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Jonathan
United Kingdom“Food was exceptional as were the staff. Room was perfect. Very comfortable room and surroundings.” - Graham United Kingdom“Great service, excellent food in the pub and an enormous comfortable room. We would come here again if we need to stay in the area. Good vegetarian choice on the menu and for breakfast.”
- Elizabeth United Kingdom“Staff service was outstanding, location amazing. Staff so accommodating, made the stay exceptional.”
- Siobhan United Kingdom“Really cosy country pub in beautiful Derbyshire countryside. The staff were extremely welcoming and helpful and the room was spacious and very clean. Good choice of tasty pub food and exceptionally well kept real ale.”
- Gemma United Kingdom“Service was friendly and personable, room was comfortable and food options were great.”
- Sheila United Kingdom“Beautiful old country inn with comfortable, well equipped rooms.”
- Ian United Kingdom“Room was very nice food was fantastic, I did not have breakfast as I had to leave before it was served but they made bacon sandwich and a hot drink for me to take with me, I found that a great touch by them 😊”
- Patrikc
Belgium“I found the tea making facilities to be the best I've seen for several years. The room was provided with a plug in air conditioner (which we didn't use). A stand up shower (i.e. not a shower in a bath). Breakfast in the bar was attractively...” - Karon United Kingdom“Country pub, nice beer garden at back. Excellent price for mid week b and b. Not far from major road network. Quiet at night though some traffic from 7 onwards. Food was standard pub classics but well done and priced. Good wine and beer selection....”
- Valian
United States“Service was excellent and accommodating! Friendly and helpful and readily available. Food was delicious and well prepared, great ale!”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- The Staff of Life
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 9 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
