With December underway and Christmas fast approaching, many people will be searching for somewhere to enjoy a festive meal with friends or family over the coming weeks.
To help narrow down your options, we asked our readers to choose the best places for a festive meal across the county – and these are 16 of the places they recommended.
The full list can be found below, and the venues are not ranked in any particular order. Is there anywhere else that you think should be included?

1. Cup and Saucer, Clay Cross
Gail Hannan said: “Cup & Saucer for the best Christmas afternoon teas.” Photo: Rachel Atkins

2. The George, High Street, Clay Cross
The George at Clay Cross was another recommendation. Photo: Brian Eyre

3. Three Cottages, Mansfield Road, Hasland
David Mears said: “Three Cottages, Hasland.” Photo: Rachel Atkins

4. Renishaw Hall, Renishaw
Christine Sanderson said: “Festive afternoon tea at Renishaw Hall and Gardens.” Photo: Anne Shelley