New Derbyshire restaurant offers giant Sunday lunch sharing board at historic estate with breath-taking views

Ria Ghei
By Ria Ghei

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Published 25th Feb 2025, 16:29 BST

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The loaded Sunday lunch platter is part of an exciting menu using locally sourced ingredients at the new Derbyshire eatery, Farmhouse Kitchen.

A new eatery in Derbyshire is set to open on the historic Horsley Lodge Estate.

Based seven miles away from Derby city centre, the Farmhouse Kitchen will be opening its doors on March 1, 2025.

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Discerning diners can expect ‘a true taste of home cooking in a relaxed yet refined dining space’.

The sympathetic transformation of the original 19th century lodge includes three sets of brand-new bifold doors which flood the restaurant with natural light, offering breath-taking views over the new terrace, the ninth hole of the golf course and surrounding stunning countryside.

The outdoor terrace will be a perfect spot to sip cocktails and enjoy al fresco diningThe outdoor terrace will be a perfect spot to sip cocktails and enjoy al fresco dining
The outdoor terrace will be a perfect spot to sip cocktails and enjoy al fresco dining | Horsley Lodge Estate

The modern farmhouse aesthetic features exposed brick walls, an open kitchen with a wood-fired pizza oven and stylish new furniture.

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Guests can also sip cocktails on the outdoor terrace, perfect for al fresco dining with beautiful countryside views.

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The menu will offer dishes cooked with locally sourced ingredients, a mix of wood-fired pizzas, generous sharing platters, and comforting pub classics.

The restaurant is due to open on March 1, 2025, bookings are already being taken.The restaurant is due to open on March 1, 2025, bookings are already being taken.
The restaurant is due to open on March 1, 2025, bookings are already being taken. | Horsley Lodge Estate

There will be a new Sunday Lunch sharing board for four loaded with trimmings and featuring premium meats from renowned local butcher, Owen Taylors.

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Rebecca Brough is owner of Horsley Lodge.

The 19th century lodge transformation includes a wood-fired pizza oven, elegant dining area and expansive windows streaming natural light to offer breath-taking views from the restaurantThe 19th century lodge transformation includes a wood-fired pizza oven, elegant dining area and expansive windows streaming natural light to offer breath-taking views from the restaurant
The 19th century lodge transformation includes a wood-fired pizza oven, elegant dining area and expansive windows streaming natural light to offer breath-taking views from the restaurant | Horsley Lodge Estate

She said: “We wanted to create a space that feels like home - warm, welcoming, and centred around great food and drink.

“With Farmhouse Kitchen, we’ve created a dining destination that not only serves our hotel guests but also welcomes the local community and visitors from further afield.”

Farmhouse Kitchen officially opens on March 1, 2025.

Location: Horsley Lodge Estate, Smalley Mill Road, Horsley DE21 5BL

For more information or to book a table click here: horsleylodgeestate.co.uk

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