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Great friendly staff. Could not fault the food. Very relaxing atmosphere. Will definitely be visiting again in the future 😃

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Lee Hall . 2024-04-06

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Fab pub and lovely food! The manager looked after us really well. Will be back again

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cheryl callaghan . 2024-03-09

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Good food, good service, good atmosphere and good value

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Adam Cooper . 2023-12-26

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A quiet relaxing country pub with back garden seating area and a food menu. A good selection of beer.

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Vic Piner . 2023-11-28

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Friendly staff. Lovely setting, relaxing atmosphere, food was gorgeous,

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Kate Platt . 2023-10-12

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Great little pub, friendly staff and large portions of food.

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Stew Mc . 2023-09-11

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Mid week and didn't fancy cooking, so we tried this place on our way home, pleasantly surprised. It's a little bit quiet but genuinely lovely traditional pub food and a lovely setting.

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Alan McDonald . 2023-09-05

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Just been here for a beautiful meal. Food is amazing, would highly recommend to anyone. Dog and children friendly. Staff are superb, very friendly and welcoming. Very pleasant place to spend our evening, also finished off with a few games of pool. Will definitely be returning customers. Thank you for your hospitality.

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Kirstylee Beaumont . 2023-08-18

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Finally a great local pub that still is a pub but also serves great food. We had a meal to be shared.Tomahawk Steak. It was cooked perfectly you don’t need any extras as it comes with chips , garnish snd 2 sauces. I would advise pre ordering as it takes time to prepare and cook. We waited about 1/2 hour which isn’t long in my opinion. There wasn’t any toughness to the meat at all. Staff are lovely and chef gave us personal attention and advice. Thank you we will see you again. Oh by the way Sunday lunch is lovely too.

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AnneBarbaraNiven . 2023-07-26

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False advertising, I never received a magpie.

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H x a t h. . 2023-07-22

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Great traditional pub! Loads of beers to choose from. Food was excellent! Loads of options to choose from. Had one of the best pies ever.. packed full of really tender meat.. no chewy bits.. Devine!! Fast service, welcoming staff! Cannot recommend enough!

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Jayne W . 2023-07-14

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Very welcoming to a soggy dog and mountain biker on a wet day. And a nice selection of beer. Food looked nice, although I didn't partake

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Rob Ackers . 2023-05-16

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Just been had lunch 5 of us the food was spot on better than your chain restaurants food was fresh dropped on the place just out of chance 5 start thank you 👌

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Dayle Pullan . 2023-05-06

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Ran a 5k race around Cowm Tesrvior from there. Bar staff are friendly and very helpful.

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Ray Dalby . 2023-05-03

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Great place, hadn't been for ages, had a nice refurb and looks awesome now. Thursday steak night, 2 meals for £30 with a bottle of wine is a excellent deal 👌

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Matthew Sutterby . 2023-04-19

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Had/ having a lovely meal. Grace is so attentive and all the girls behind the bar are absolutely brilliant!!! Cannot rate enough!! Thank you especially for the birthday fudge cake xx

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Melanie Spence . 2023-04-16

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Brilliant place, fantastic staff, always welcoming, going back next week to try the menu!

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Stephen Lord . 2023-04-15

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Great little pub, great food, lovely service

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Isaac Butterworth . 2023-04-08

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Amazing Sunday roast with great customer service and delicious desserts with a lovely atmosphere. Would highly recommend and have already booked to go again. Mother's

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Janine P . 2023-03-19

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Booked a table at very short notice. Staff were very accommodating, welcoming and friendly Service was fast, and food was great quality. Great value, too - the portions are massive. Nice atmosphere, and it looks like they have music and quiz nights too. Will return!

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BubbaLewis . 2023-03-12

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Sunday lunch over priced and tasteless chicken was re heated and dry.

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T. Alston . 2023-01-28

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It amazes me how this pub is still open. Service was slightly better this time, but told my drinks were £4.80... my bank has been charged £8.40... conveniently he didn't show me the card reader or give me a receipt

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Richard Clark . 2023-01-23

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Great food. Nice friendly staff.

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Lee . 2023-01-22

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Booked in and ended up sitting in a dingy corner where all the chairs had lost he leather felt a little pushed aside pie was lovely but the accompaniments were bad

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Passenger692518 . 2023-01-21

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We moved to chesterfield over a year ago and we found the perfect local! Always has the best food and entertainment. Love the live music every week! We join in the quiz everyweek where they put on free food at half time. The staff are so friendly and always welcoming! Dogs allowed and always have treats available! Defo recommend to everyone!

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stephanieamy1991 . 2023-01-18

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Lovely pub but Sunday lunch was terrible...luke warm no taste.. veg hard ..I would of usually complained but was with older members of my family who may of been.upset

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amanda alston . 2023-01-16

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Lovely setting, good beer, decent food at good price

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Jason Syratt . 2023-01-03

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Had the steak and ale pie with my partner and it was basically soup. No flavour and I might has well of asked for a spoon or a straw to eat it. And the manager who runs it was extremely condescending and rude. I wasn’t even complaining about the food, I was asking about the gift cards and I’ve never met someone as rude in my life. Complete waste of money and time. Wouldn’t recommend

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M O . 2022-12-24

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The Sunday lunches are the best around and you get good quality food and plenty of it... not much locally can beat the cock and magpie Sunday lunches. Brilliant

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I8093RVlisaw . 2022-12-16

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After initial problems regarding an earlier visit where I reviewed it badly I am happy to update my experience. After today's visit hindsight is a wonderful thing. If only we had stayed knowing the kitchen would be open things would have been so much better. Today we ate and drank here. The meals were excellent, very good value for money. It's a long time since I struggled to finish a pub meal but their steak and ale pie nearly did it for me. All freshly cooked and piping hot. Good choice of real ales including Old Tom on hand pump. Nicely refurbished environment makes it a good experience. Will be returning in the future.

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Brian Johnson . 2022-12-03

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Spectacular decors and has amazing ambiance. Love the food and service. We sat outside and really enjoyed the nature with the food. Definitely would come again. Glad for your supportive staff.

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Lenna . 2022-11-22

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We had two meals. The gammon & the hunters chicken. Very nice. Well presented & tasty. Good service & friendly people plus very clean throughout. Enjoyable night. We helped the food go down with well kept beers. A good experience. Thank you.

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Alan A . 2022-10-27

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Great place, nicely refurbished

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Gavin Smith . 2022-10-15

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A nice refreshing glass of haze next to the river listening to live music. Staff were friendly and polite. A great way to spend a sunny Saturday afternoon

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N7849JUlisat . 2022-10-08

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بعد أن تقوم بجولة حول الخزان يمكنك أن تدخل وتستريح وتتمتع بطعام شي انه مكان جميل جدا ونظيف ومرتب ويقدم أصناف ممتازة وطاقم العمل رائعين جدا

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sami shorhi . 2022-09-16

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بعد أن تقوم بجولة حول الخزان يمكنك أن تدخل وتستريح وتتمتع بطعام شي انه مكان جميل جدا ونظيف ومرتب ويقدم أصناف ممتازة وطاقم العمل رائعين جدا

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ZAFER ZAFER . 2022-09-16

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Nice quiet local, good selection of beer on and friendly staff

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KA Rusky . 2022-09-14

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After a lovely walk around the reservoir we were a bit peck-ish so decided to have some food here. We had our 2 dogs with us which wasn't a problem and the staff member even brought out a bowl of water for them. We ordered food & drinks and only waited a short time before it was served. I had a burger & chips which was really good and the other half had half a chicken & chips which she enjoyed too. Really enjoyed it in there staff really welcoming and friendly and the food was lovely, just what we needed after a long walk.

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Jason Sale . 2022-09-09

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I visiter this place for a post ride drink and have to say i was thoroughly impressed with the place The garden was clean and tidy to sit out in and the interior was very clean .the staff was great .they also have a great food menu also,although i didnt dine on this occasion.recommended

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URBAN MTBER . 2022-09-09

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Came here with my friend for drinks and food. Staff were really friendly and the food was lovely . Good prices as well and enjoyable night out . Good selection of drinks to choose from as well and not overpriced . Will visit again .

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M9569BChelenp . 2022-09-04

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First time we've eaten there and definitely not the last. Had a lot of money spent on the refurbishment. Food was very nice.

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David Roberts . 2022-09-02

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Only had drinks bar staff are fantastic. And we maybe come for a meal soon.

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Doreen Gascoyne . 2022-08-30

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Came across this place after a good walk through Healey Dell,the staff are welcoming,the food is delicious and the coffee is great..just what you need after a ramble.A true jewel!

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Julie Marcroft . 2022-08-28

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Very nicely refurbished, but we did wonder if the chairs are genuine old pews or just expensive reproductions. Limited menu for vegetarians (cheese and onion pie) and nothing for vegans. Surely a plant burger isn't too much trouble? Helpful staff.

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Anne Burnett . 2022-08-28

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The food was of a good standard. The menu could have had a little more choice as the options for vegans or vegetarian was limited. There was only one staff member front of house when we visited and she did a great job although it was hard to get additional drinks when we went to the bar as she was tricky to find.

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michael ellison . 2022-08-23

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We stopped off here after a hike. Very nice and welcoming inside. Nice open space in the beer garden where we enjoyed our drinks.

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James Halliday . 2022-08-23

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Very welcoming hosts, we have been here before and it was lovely. Unfortunately this time they were let down with a delivery, and although we had booked well in advance the only things available were sandwiches and quiche, all of which were edible but very mediocre and the bread was a bit stale.

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Good4younme . 2022-07-27

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The place has had a refurb and looks great, the serve food Thursday to Sunday. We find the price for a pint of Birra Moretti at £5.30 to be very steep

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Matthew Thompson . 2022-07-22

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Delicious home cooked meals, a good size portion, staff very helpful, I've been for the roast dinners and lasagne would highly recommend!!! It's definitely put this pub on the map xx

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ellamarch1976 . 2022-07-16

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Had some luxurious wine badgers and beans 10/10

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Karen E . 2022-07-14

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On holiday from Scotland staying at old Whittington for a week had a lovely meal and drinks pet friendly excellent value for money

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Y6755IRshirleys . 2022-06-08

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Really nice pub, food looked good, as only popped in for a quick drink. Nice little beer garden and pleasant staff.

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TRACEY Pope . 2022-06-03

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Lovely roast beef dinner today 😋

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Andrea Barlow . 2022-05-22

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My other half visited the cock and magpie quite a few years ago, but said the place had ‘gone down’ After looking for somewhere local to eat, we looked at recent reviews and was surprised at how good the reviews were….. we decided to give it another go as like I said, it was many years ago since my other half had visited. We guessed that it must have been taken over by new people. We decided to book for Sunday lunch and how pleased we did !!! I’m so glad we gave this great place a second chance. Staff very welcoming, atmosphere was relaxed and the food was absolutely beautiful. I can’t tell you how pleased we were to now find a great place to visit just on our doorstep. I guarantee if you give this plce a go, you won’t be disappointed. Thank you so much to all the staff and especially the chef 👍🏽

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Freedom112175 . 2022-05-22

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First time we have eaten here, Staff lovely, lovely atmosphere, food very nice will definately go back 😊

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Julie Mellor . 2022-05-06

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Only called in for one drink, made to feel very welcome. Very friendly staff and a lovely pub. Hopefully eat here one day, the food looked good.

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Paul M . 2022-05-03

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Came for my nans birthday, staff couldn’t do enough to make it a special occasion, very attentive to our party of 6, nothing too much trouble. Food was delicious, portions are massive and it’s all well priced. All meats cooked perfectly, will definitely return.

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Abi 2 . 2022-04-03

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Amazing pub with fantastic food

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Matthew Robinson . 2022-03-29

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Nice lunch and a great pint of Robinson's. Friendly staff, well kept pub,look forward to returning.

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Glenn Phillips . 2022-01-18

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Nice food, friendly staff and relaxing environment.

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Russell Corlett . 2022-01-01

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Even though the pub was severely under staffed due to covid. The managment managed to fit us in on newyears day at short notice . The service was excellent and the food was fantastic. Will definatly be coming back.

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John Andrew . 2022-01-01

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Great afternoon with my family, good food and service. Walking home full.

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John Pinder . 2022-01-01

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Great friendly pub and dog friendly,thank you we'll be back.

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Shelly Noble . 2021-11-28

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Been in a number of times since the refurb but this time for food, which was excellent. Went for the mixed grill and I was not disappointed. I must say that the young lady who works behind the bar has grown in confidence and was excellent. Not the cheapest but you get what you pay for. Top notch, would highly recommend.

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Gav Baz . 2021-11-19

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A very lovely pub family friendly and reasonably priced

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Noel Curran . 2021-11-14

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Looking forward to going back for something to eat. Really nice refurbished pub,staff and Landlord friendly and helpful.

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Mike Green . 2021-09-12

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Excellent food, priced well and friendly professional service.

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TheDaveswift . 2021-08-26

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I haven't been here for many many years, but this is a lovely traditional Inn, and the food and drink were exceptional both of us had a lovely meal amongst old friends, situated behind Revolution House where 3 dukes, gathered to settle the civil war in the "" Oliver "days, old Whittington is a lovely survivor an oasis amongst the great conurbations of Chesterfield, Bolsover, and the Derbyshire Nottinghamshire coal fields, giving the feel of a rural village unaltered by the industrial rancour that surrounds it the staff are friendly, polite engaging and helpful, have the common touch that relates to all, dogs were welcome and it was a friendly old world public house I enjoyed every minute indeed we both did many many thanks I can't praise enough, for the the lovely atmosphere we received.

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johnlX4575KF . 2021-08-01

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Great food lovely pub for a nice meal and a good pint or 2

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Shaun Taylor . 2021-07-24

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Visiting the area called in for lunch with family the food was fabulous best chicken and bacon salad I had ever had .will definitely return there again.

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Gillian . 2021-07-18

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Went with family for an amazing lunch, very large portions, nicely cooked, excellent value, attentive hosts nothing too much trouble. Highly recommended will be going again soon. Thank you

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heidiflintbenson . 2021-07-17

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Tonight we had lasagne, salad and garlic bread and gammon, egg and chips for £10 for two. My husband had jam roly poly with lashings of jam and custard for £3.95. It was delicious and we would definitely recommend. The staff are amazing and so helpful and friendly. Enjoy everyone.

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AvrilC766 . 2021-07-08

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Friendly welcome everytime I visit

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Lee Cockerill . 2021-07-02

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I had the lamb meal & Sue the quiche. Very nicely presented & tasty. Enjoyed the atmosphere. Covid safe. Very well kept pint of John Smiths bitter. Thank you will call again soon.

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Alan A . 2021-06-30

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Really nice food and friendly staff will be going again

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Deborah Whittaker . 2021-06-28

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Nice style traditional pub with 'shoe vs boots' split function offerings. Good drinks range, beer garden with convenient location for reservoir walks. Appealing menu sadly currently let down by service errors (missing item and refrigerated dessert pancake), that were quickly corrected... albeit after odd defensive and sit-beside-you enquiry. Hopefully teething flaws that will get sorted so matches potential.

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Yo Lo . 2021-06-27

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Food was really good and plenty of it.

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Adrian Cunnelly . 2021-06-25

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Was very pleased to hear was dog friendly. Cheese and Onion pie was lovely and was sooooo hot, was beautiful inside we will defo go again.

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Rachel Cook . 2021-06-24

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Very nice. We all on joyed our food.

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Anita Schofield . 2021-06-20

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Amazing food, friendly staff. Great beer garden and convenient as it’s right on the road towards the reservoir. Dog and family friendly highly recommend to all.

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Stephanie Lovell . 2021-06-20

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Had a few drinks in the beer garden here. Service was spot on and the drinks ice cold. Can't fault the place. Food menu looks like it will be a damn good traditional pub meal when we return

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Not a Communist . 2021-06-13

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Lovely pub, moved into the area recently. Definitely our new local

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Joshua Vallis . 2021-06-05

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Friendly welcome and lovely atmosphere. We will be back.

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Heidi Cunnelly . 2021-06-05

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Gorgeous country pub. Beautiful refurb. Great menu. Highly recommend it.

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Susan Crabtree . 2021-06-01

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Since the new owners it’s gone downhill, poor food

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Daniel O'Connor . 2021-05-31

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We were the first to eat at their outdoor tables since the lockdown was lifted. Excellent plate full, plenty of meat and veg. Will be back for more.

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Chalky101 . 2021-05-03

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The current landlord/lady are amazing. They've been brilliant during the Covid 19 stuff putting all measures necessary in place and stopping anyone flaunting the rules. Whilst all the while making people feel welcome and bringing the pub back to it's former glory after some not great landlords. I cannot wait until it's open again so we can get back there.

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Thomas N . 2020-10-26

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Had a lovely Sunday lunch at the Cock and Magpie today. Great food first class service and brilliant hospitality. Was very impressed with the way the pub was laid out due to Covid 19. The place was spotless and staff were sanitizing after every customer. It was nice to relax and know that every effort had been made to keep the customers safe. One way system and social distancing but still the same homely atmosphere. Food and drink at really affordable prices. Also very Family friendly. Highly recommended.

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gustylorna123 . 2020-10-11

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Cannot fault anything about this place fantastic food fabulous hosts and staff and very reasonably priced drinks...these guys deserve everything as they really do make you feel welcome and nothing is too much trouble...I'll be returning often xx

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sarahhoward2015 . 2020-10-07

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We have had a good few meals recently at the cock and magpie. Food absolutely brilliant. Amy Dave and staff are great. Social distancing is brilliant Thank you we will be back thank you xx

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lynnjY3531YJ . 2020-09-22

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Had a lovely lunch, staff friendly and helpful, look forward to re visiting. Would deff recommend it.

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hashtagscooby . 2020-09-17

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Ordered the gammon steak with fresh pineapple & it was delicious. All our four meals were well presented & served by smart waitresses. Very pleasant staffs. Good pint of John Smiths. Clean throughout & very virus conscious. This establishment is a credit to the management. Thank you.

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Alan A . 2020-09-16

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We had a lovely lunch here today.We ordered from the recently launched Resession Buster menu - main courses £3.50 Tues-Sat, 12-5pm (to qualify you must buy a drink). We can recommend the fish goujons & the chicken chasseur (I can recommend the quiche too, I had that on Tuesday ). Even adding a couple of Millionaire's shortbread sundaes, a glass of wine & a pint of cider, this was still excellent value! Having said all this, they also have an evening menu which we have always found to be good value, with plenty of choice & excellent quality.A lovely pub with a nice relaxed atmosphere. With hand sanitisers around the pub, a one way system & the tables well spaced out we felt super safe.

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AllisonExplora . 2020-09-12

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This is our local and we love it. Always a friendly greeting and the locals friendly too. The staff are friendly and Dave and Aimee great hosts. Never had a bad meal. Sunday dinner alway great and you can choose size. The photos are from their latest offer not sure how long it's running but you will not find better value. Served from 12 pm until 5pm £3.50. The menu changes as they run out. The usual menu is also available which is also great and good value.

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43sherylw . 2020-09-11

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If you want a wonderful meal ( or drink) then you will not be disappointed if you choose the cock and Magpie. Mum is not easy to please and this was her first time eating out for a while. Like us she really enjoyed it. Lovely surroundings and lovely people that follow procedures so you feel safe too. Highly recommended.

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eange1 . 2020-09-09

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Popped in tonight on off chance,felt very safe the way things are set up, the staff were very friendly and helpful, menu although limited was very good,freshly cooked and warm, will definitely revisit and look forward to tasting from full menu. Thankyou guys

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demoman123 . 2020-08-22

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Been for a Sunday dinner today with my husband and daughter... amazing staff, great service, food was so tasty and just amazing overall!! Good price for how much food we got! Couldn’t ask for anything more!! Would highly recommend!! Will definitely be back soon!!

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Rachelkellary7 . 2020-08-16

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Food was very tasty, options on the menu are spot on and the service / welcome was excellent, they even did a shamrock in the Guinness ☘️ We have always been welcomed by all staff whether just popping in for a pint with our dog after a walk or going in for a meal.

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jonnygilb . 2020-08-15

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Gave things a week after opening to let the kitchen settle down then booked for Friday lunch. We ran late which they were very understanding about, gave us a great welcome and choice of available tables. The menu choice is understandably more limited at the moment but still very varied and they were happy to accommodate a couple of off menu requests for one of our party. Service was very friendly and the meals came promptly after ordering. Thoroughly enjoyed by all. We shall return soon for a bite to eat - and even sooner for a few refreshments. Fantastic effort by the landlady, landlord and their staff in these difficult times.

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davem231 . 2020-07-25

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Been a regular here since Dave and Aimee took over and can honestly say this is how a local pub should be, even in these difficult times for public and publicans the friendly vibe is still there . We don’t eat here as often as we perhaps should and after tonight’s meal we will definitely eat here more often, I am always sceptical about hanging kebabs but after dave explained how they did it I went for it and am glad I did , plenty of tender pink lamb with a great Honey and chilli sauce just the right amount of heat, along with a fresh mixed salad and chips could have done without chips as it was plenty and good value. My partner went for the steak and red wine pie with suet pastry , again we loved it rich and Meaty and a comforting soft melting pastry, nothing is too much trouble and my picky partner 2 lots of extra gravy no extra charge. So for well under £40 we had 2 Italian Moretti beers and nice bottle of chilled Pinot and 2 main courses you can’t go wrong for that highly recommend and look forward to next time .

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Dannisport . 2020-07-23

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