Fischer's at Baslow Hall in Derbyshire Dales

We booked in for 3 nights from a Monday to a Wednesday on a bed and breakfast basis. We were aware that there would be no evening restaurant service for the first two nights. The location and grounds are beautiful and the front line staff were very pleasant and welcoming. Unfortunately the bed in our room was very uncomfortable - for a lightweight person the mattress was extremely hard with no give in it at all. As a result I had no sleep on the first night and was in a lot of pain by the morning, so much so that we reluctantly decided to end our stay. In accordance with the terms and conditions we were liable for the full cost, which we understood, and we paid without any fuss. However, as there seemed to be no other guests in residence at the time it was clear that our late cancellation had no impact on the ability to re- sell the accommodation to someone else, and I believe that meeting us half way with the costs would have been reasonable in the interests of good customer relations. We were offered another room but obviously the mattress was likely to be the same. I know everyone has different needs and there have been some very favourable reviews but I can only tell of my own experience. Our breakfast was well served and prepared but the choice was limited for a hotel of this standard - there did not seem to be any pastries/croissants on the menu.

Stayed at the hotel attached on a package with two dinners included. This allowed us to try 2/3 of the menu (pescatarian options). Really great chefs at work here. Obviously aiming for the top and will get there, I’m sure. Some excellent seafood cookery on show - salmon first course, scallop second, and cod main. All of the highest quality. The hot souffle dessert was especially memorable though. A fluffy cloud of deliciousness. Well worth a weekend away. Beautiful location in The Peaks.

Stunning lunch Saturday afternoon, we had been recommended about a year ago and made it fit as part of a foodie trip celebrating our anniversary. The weather was beautiful, they welcomed us to sit on the terrace and enjoy a drink before lunch which was a lovely treat. Great to see all their glassware is Riedel. The dining room is absolutely beautiful, I really do like to see a table cloth so this was also nice. The lunch is a lovely menu selection of small plates. We ordered 9 plates between us to enjoy most of the menu and the food was exquisite and beautifully presented We enjoyed a bottle of Gewurtztraminer which paired nicely with every dish finished with the cheese course between us and a 20 year tawny port. A beautiful lunch, paced very well and they were happy for us to stay in the dining room as long as we wanted. Michael the main host was really lovely and took time to share conversation with us which we enjoyed. We finished off with a walk of the gardens, it reminded us of Le Manoir which we were lucky to visit earlier in the week. We’d love to come back for an evening visit when we are next in the area. Thank you.

Four of us had a thoroughly enjoyable evening at the Kitchen Table. Great food, wine and atmosphere…..the whole team were great fun.

We celebrated a long overdue birthday at Fischers Kitchen table. Absolutly brilliant experience, the chefs were very friendly and worked very hard. The food was excellent and they were able to adapt some last minute courses for our friend who has nut allergy. The 7 course menu was varied and hit the spot. Atmosphere was really good and nothign was too mcuh trouble. Wouold definately visit again for another celebration. Thank you to all the staff who made our evening.

We went there last year and this year in August. Last year we would have given five stars, this year just four. Prices went up, but quality and creativity wasn't as superb as the year before. Somehow imagination and passion are lacking a bit.

We have been to Fischer’s many times and had wonderful food and service. We booked on August 3rd for our anniversary. We chose an early time as my husband had an early flight the next day. We arrived for 7pm and had a drink in the garden and then were left there until finally we were taken into the smaller dining room. The food was excellent as always but what makes Fischers special is the service. This time we had so long between courses that even our waiter apologised twice to us. We finished our dessert at 10pm and a waiter appeared surprised that we had no time for coffee and petits fours! The table next to us were loud and at points swore loudly, they even accepted a speaker call at the table. These things all added to a less than amazing anniversary meal. A disappointing occasion.

We had a two night break at Fischer's Baslow Hall for our wedding anniversary. The hotel and food were fantastic and service throughout was excellent. The team were happy to help with anything and were all so welcoming and friendly it made the whole stay even more enjoyable.

Disappointing Lunch August 2024 This is the second time we have dined at Fischer's at Baslow Hall. The first time was a few months ago for lunch that left a wonderful impression. We then decided to book again for Sunday Lunch with our friends as it was a joint birthday celebration. We live about 2 hours away but we believed the drive was worth it. The staff both inside and outside the restaurant were wonderful and very professional. However whilst we had a very enjoyable day, we all agreed the food was not what we expected. We all ordered various courses, the first and second courses were disappointing, We ordered the cod fish course which was very small and basically an ordinary fish ball in bread crumbs. The single scallop had very little flavour, both did not reach our expectations. We had different main courses but three of us has lamb which was nice but nothing special. We expected something exceptional for our lunch at Fischer's it wasn't. Sorry but we wanted to express or feelings. Read less Written 12 August 2024

We eat out regularly and visit some very nice restaurants. Some of the better ones get close to Fischers but we always enjoy returning to the very best at Baslow. Fischers food is great, the setting is unbeatable but its the service that makes it number one- just the right balance of a welcome and a great experience. We need to visit more often!

We’ve eaten at Fischers many times but we were so disappointed this time. It seemed like a totally different experience - no amuse bouche while you had a drink in the bar area beforehand unless you paid for them, no special little pre starters when you went to the table, no special lunch options, extortionate prices (£44 for the only fish option!), tiny portions, rip-off prices for the sides. I could go on and on but would rather ask, why? What’s happened? Where have all the lovely, charming staff gone? We all know that prices have gone up and understand the pressures but this felt like taking the …. And apparently there’s also a tapas menu but, again, why? This isn’t Fischers and if that’s their new way forward then the fact that the place was practically empty should be a warning. Please, Fischers, stop trying to be “trendy” and go back to what you’re best at.

Such a wonderful meal and experience. From the moment we arrived the service was attentive without being over bearing. The building is beautiful outside and the decor in the dining room fresh and bright whilst the pre and post dinner drinks lounge was cosy with a lovely open fire to add to the ambience. The wine list was extensive and had a great selection including the well known favorites and some amazing lesser known, but amazing wines from Hungary and Slovenia. My advice is venture outside your comfort zone, it’s not often you find a restaurant that has such a beautifully curated wine list which goes beyond the favorites. The food was in another league, really special. Make sure you have the wasabi ice cream sandwich between the third and fourth courses! Other personal highlights were the dippy egg, beef and the baked alaska. The knowledge of the waiting staff on both the food and wine was awesome! Can honestly say this was one of the best meals ever!

We booked late for dinner, kids away for a night. We are fairy regular customers but first time at the chefs table. We eat at nice places quite often, we are very lucky, This was a superb dinner. One of the very best I’ve had in the last few years. Adam and team really made us feel welcome, lovely guys, awesome to see a high quality kitchen and to enjoy such fantastic food, highly recommended. Will be back and will only book the chefs table again !!

We booked 6 rooms and private dining for the weekend to celebrate our mum/grandma’s 85th birthday. From the moment we arrived, to waving goodbye to the chefs as we left we could not fault a thing. The service is faultless - all staff are polite and efficient but also friendly and personable which you don’t often find in a high end restaurant like this. Thanks to all at Baslow from 85 to 18 we had a fab time!

Dined here Wednesday 28th Feb. The meet and greet from Maître d' Otto was excellent. He introduced the staff and showed us to the lounge with log fire. Was given the interesting menu and had a detailed discussion about the evening's food. Drinks and chef's amuse-bouche was brought the table. Attentitive staff then showed us to our dining table. Each course was superb with ample time between each one. Otto and staff were very knowledgeable about the tasting menu and wine. Coffee and petit fours were taken back in the comfortable lounge. All thoroughly enjoyed the fine dining experience. Highly recommend.

Set in the picturesque village of Baslow, stylish & clean hotel around an hours walk from Chatsworth. Exceptional service & food. What a place. Menu is easily interchangeable to fit likes & dislikes & the atmosphere is perfect. Definitely recommend staying here. Will be back for the food!

What a wonderful stay and tasting menu experience! We were celebrating a birthday and opted for the Chef’s Bench tasting menu, which puts you right at the heart of the very busy but very well run kitchen. Brilliant service and advice from Otto who helped us choose wine that perfectly matched the wide variety of flavours. Adam introduced us to his team who were all super friendly, and then delivered an incredible tasting menu. We’d eaten at The Black Swan at Oldstead the night before, which my wife preferred but for me Baslow Hall was better!! The sea bass and the carrot dishes were my favourite - the joy of a tasting menu is being able to try a wide range of flavours. Wonderful - we’ll be back!

We ate at the kitchen bench last night which is actually in the kitchen . So close you can watch and listen whilst team work service . From the moment we walked into the hotel the staff welcomed us and everyone was very friendly . The taster menu was outstanding and tasted even better for watching the team create it . Each course beautifully presented and amazing flavours . All the food we ate was excellent and definitely recommend the restaurant

Kitchen table, Wow what an experience to have. Adam, John and all the kitchen team made us feel so welcome. Every member of the team came and spoke with us, explaining there indivual roles and the part they play in the kitchen at service time. It looked like a military operation, with lots of banter, Constructive critism and praise all at the same time. The food was absolutely superb and the chance to try out before any other guests the carrot dish was unbelievable. I fact an honour as the dis is amazing and deserves it place on the menu. Over all an excellent experience that I would highly recommend to anybody fortunate enough to be able to experience the kitchen table. Looking forward to our return very soon.

Stunning beautifully run hotel in gorgeous countryside and lovely village near Chatsworth House. Really amazing service and snags that were had, were resolved straightaway. Bedrooms lovely and food amazing...if very rich! You need to pace yourself!

What a beautiful place with lovely food! We enjoyd every dish, the cod en the Parsnip where amazing! The staff was so good explaint every dish! So much thanks to the staff and the manager!

Still the best fine dining restaurant in Derbyshire. I beautiful place with special ambience and service. The rooms are really nice and coming down to pre dinner drinks met by Otto is a real treat. Chef Adam and team are really bringing top notch fine dining back to Fischers.

The restaurant serves a menu at £95 with choices for each course, also the ability to remove items from the plate if you dislike them! The dishes are beautifully presented and the service is superb.

Our first overnight stay at Fischer Baslow Hall after a visit to Chatsworth, it won’t be our last, loved everything about this place! Lovely welcome, lovely room, and exceptional food, I’m surprised they don’t have a Michelin star, it would be well deserved.

Our second visit to Baslow Hall for dinner on Saturday 18th & once again the meal was superb. The service was spot on & delivered with professionalism & with a smile. Special mentions again for Natalia & Rosheen, who were a delight, both a real asset to the hotel. My apologies If I kept them talking, they were so nice! Sadly we weren't able to fit in an overnight stay (with or without a feather pillow) this time... but look forward to a further stay next year. I'm looking forward to seeing the gardens next year in their full glory, the pictures look stunning & so attractive to look at, as are many of the features within the hall! Thank you once again for a very enjoyable, relaxed evening, hope to see you all again.

Fabulous stay with an incredible dining experience at The Kitchen Bench. It was a real privilege to watch and converse with talented Head Chef, Adam Thackeray and his exceptional team as they produce innovative, seasonally inspired dishes with flavour combinations that defied our expectations and lit up our palettes. Wonderful to see a kitchen on full chat, too. The fast paced choreography with hot pans was almost balletic, the attention to detail at plating, mesmerising, and the communication between the team as they juggle & balance their workloads was faultless, though you can expect some fairly fruity language at times! Treat yourselves, book The Kitchen Bench and turn left for the kitchen, rather than right for the dining room. We've been lucky enough to dine at many Michelin starred restaurants, and I would say that this experience tops the lot! Thank you Adam, John, Phil, Dave, Alice & Raj and all the staff at Fischer's Baslow Hall for your commitment & enthusiasm in making our 2 night stay so memorable. Fabulous place, fabulous people. I'm sure we'll be back.

What a fab experience, we haven’t been here for years but will definitely be visiting more often. The food and the service were amazing, we are so lucky to have this on our doorstep.

From start to finish a wonderful experience for 60th birthday celebration. The welcome we received from when booking was lovely. We were offered the wine room as we have a 6 month Grandson. This made such a difference as we could totally relax and enjoy the excellent food and wine and beautiful service. Everything from the greeting we received at the door, to the advice on the menu, to the beautiful food and wine and the garden where we had our coffee afterwards, was outstanding in every way. The dishes were beautifully presented, imaginative with exceptional quality ingredients. Thanks to all for making our day so special- a celebration to remember!

The dining experience was very high quality and a very pleasant experience. We started with a pre dinner drink and snacks. The menu was a well balanced four courses with high quality cooking and presentation. The service was very welcoming and professional. We really enjoyed our visit.

We chose this hotel specifically for its good reviews on food and accommodation and we were not dissapointed. The flavour combinations of the food at dinner complimented and I particularly enjoyed a palate cleansing ice cream. I could add more photos but visit yourself for more delights

The food is amazing! Everything is prepared on site and it really was a treat. Portions in the restaurant were very generous. The staff were amazing with special shout out to Otto and the lady who allowed my friend (who was very ill) to stay in the room till 3pm so we could pick her up after our trip to Chatsworth. We had a Chatsworth special deal which made going there super simple. This isn't a cheap night stay with food and drinks but it is worth it.

We visited with another couple for lunch - it’s a beautiful venue and we were met at the door and shown into the small bar area - the weather was mixed so we couldn’t make use of the terrace but the bar area whilst small was very comfy and they had the fire on too which I always like regardless of what month it is - if the weather is cloudy and a bit rainy then it’s lovely to have the atmosphere and sound of an open fire. The amuse bouche were beautiful and my nasturtium margarita was one of the best I’ve had. The two drivers had a highball apple and elderflower spritz which was lovely. Our food was delightful, we had bream and lamb to start and duck, pork and peppers for mains. I was disappointed with my pepper main, whilst very tasty it was just a bit underwhelming and didn’t really match up to the other meat main courses. The palate cleaner of horseradish ice cream was not for me as I don’t like horseradish but the rest of the party enjoyed it. We all had deserts, blackberry and lemon meringue for the girls which was lovely and the boys had apricot and croissant bread and butter pudding which was super gorgeous. We were recommended a bottle of white Toscana as some of our party couldn’t drink red and it was very nice. We finished off in the bar with coffees and petite fours which didn’t disappoint - my only suggestion would be please put a latte in a latte glass. It was a treat and we knew how much it would cost and we were happy to pay it as we had received fabulous food, great service but not in your face and beautiful but relaxed surroundings.

My wife & I had eaten at Fischers before Covid, and it was a real treat. We returned for lunch for a special occasion, but didn't find it as satisfying as we were expecting. We eat regularly in good quality restaurants, but only occasionally in a minimalist 'fine dining' establishment, so you must read this review knowing this. Fischers at Baslow Hall is a beautiful place, with lovely gardens, but I would say that the restaurant is a little short of atmosphere. Our starters were a world of art... small, but very tasty, with a slice of delicious bread, cut in half. Overall, our main courses were disappointing. My confit duck was tasty, but very rich (a rich sauce, and minted oil) and came with a couple of small sprigs of stem broccoli. The Maitre D had made a big thing of the garden produce, so I was perhaps expecting a side of fresh vegetables, and the duck was so rich it was crying out for something on the plate to balance it... maybe a spoon of mash? There were no sides offered on the menu, so I assumed it would come as a complete dish, rather than just a duck leg. Similarly, my wife's cod was delicious. It was small, but beautifully cooked, but again came with nothing else on the plate. My wife also expected a small portion of the Maitre D's acclaimed vegetables, and the mild curry sauce was crying out for something to balance the dish.. maybe a small portion of rice? We chose not to have the desserts, but opted only for the small palate- cleanser, which was a delicious and very refreshing teaspoon-size combination of lavours... ideal for cutting through the richness of the main course. We assumed this was complementary, but were charged £5 each, even though there was no charge noted on the menu. We had a pretty average £40 bottle of white wine, which cost £5 in service charge to be brought to the table and poured (and it wasn't even opened in front of us). For a 2 course lunch, with wine and service charge we thought £145 rather excessive. For an apperetif, 3 courses, plus cheese it would have been well over £200. We did however appreciate the skill in the preparation of the dishes, and the service was good, with knowledgeable explanations of the dishes. It was an "event' rather a complete meal. After eating a good lunch, we would normally eat very little supper, maybe a piece of cheese, but on this occasion a Chinese takeaway was purchased on the way home. In conclusion, the venue was lovely, and the food was delicious, but it wasn't overall a satisfactory experience for us.

What a difficult review to write. There was so much about the celebratory dinner for seven that was marvellous; the venue is beautiful, the staff attentive and the cuisine exceptional; yet the failure to cater for the vegetarian in our group despite prior communication with the restaurant was deeply disappointing. Serving the planned dishes but without the meat or fish enjoyed by the non-vegetarian diners is not what I expect when paying over £100 per person before drinks are added.

Lunch Imaginative modern British food. Baslow Hall is a beautiful, 100 year old Grade II listed manor house located in the heart of the peak district Derbyshire. We have not been here for some time. As it was a lovely day, we decided to have a trip out and managed to get a last-minute reservation. What prompted us to go was last summer, we noted they had appointed a new head chef. Adam is a chef with pedigree. Having worked at Gleneagles, John's House and Sat Bains. So we knew that we would be in for something special. As soon as the snacks arrived, you could tell we were onto a winner. Tapioca /Onion/Parmesan 'Gazpacho' Bread & Butter First. Shoulder of Derbyshire Lamb, Anchovy, Leek. Hand Dived XL Orkney Scallop, Carrot, Dukkah. Max's Potatoes, Smoked Eel, Lovage. Second. Derbyshire Beef, Horseradish, Celeriac. North Atlantic Cod, Fennel, Turnip, Curry. Pre dessert-Coconut & Spiced Lime. Third. 70% Chocolate Marquise, Kalamansi, Coffee. Roasted English Apricots, Croissant, Crème Fraiche. Everything was outstanding, from the presentation to the quality seasonal ingredients and amazing flavours. Adam and his team served up the finest of dishes. Service was friendly and very professional. We shall have to return, and maybe try their kitchen bench. As we love to watch the team in action. Might even stay as they have eleven luxurious bedrooms.

What a great Lunch. Four of us ate at Fischer's on Sat 5th August. After eating an amazing evening meal at the Prince of Wales the previous evening we were wondering whether Fishers might be a bit of a let down. Fortunately it wasn't!! Amazing Sea Bream starter, much flavour in the fish. Beef cheeks and Sirloin were fantastic. Amuse bouch, pallete cleaning ice cream. Cheeseboard to finish. Not a 23 course tasting menu but an enhanced 3 course lunch with 3/4 choices of starter main and desert. Service was confident, intrusive but attentive. All waiting staff answered our questions and offered advice. A short and approachable wine list with some good choices by the glass. Will be back. All in all our expectations were exceeded.

Stunning small and attentive hotel that was worth every penny. We chose a garden room which was spacious, well appointed with one of the most comfortable beds we have ever slept in. The evening menu was on another level, each plate a work of art, each dish explained in wonderful detail by the excellent staff. From start to finish everything was perfect, a highly recommended hotel that we will return to again.

Wow... what a difference 6 months make. Exceptional service, food, and atmosphere... we are halfway through our meal and have already booked our annual Christmas visit 😀 thank you, Neil and staff, for your hospitality. See you in December x

Everything about our visit was outstanding! The friendly front of house reception and waiting staff made an already wonderful experience sensational! The food wasn’t just incredible but it made us stop and think! Taking us on gastronomic journeys as the flavours of the Halls garden...

Booked a lunch whilst taking a long weekend in Derbyshire. Staff were attentive and helpful, food was excellent and venue delightful. Price was very reasonable. Cannot recommend highly enough.

My husband and I had the pleasure of the kitchen experience during our stay. We were treated to one of the most memorable experiences of our trip! John, Adam, and Saw were true artisans while crafting the most flavorful and elegant dishes. Their attention to...

We chose Fischers to celebrate as a group of friends, and enjoyed a wonderful lunch. The quality of food and service is top notch. A 0special mention to Otto who made us feel welcomed and well looked after. Will certainly be returning soon.

Don’t be fooled by the understated nature of the menu: unlike many places which overstate what they offer, Adam simply states the main ingredients, their source, and leaves the magic to happen when you taste. Every dish was a delight: packed full of flavours, beautifully...

Exceptional food from the bread to the dessert. Great cooking and service from the team and kitchen. Defo going to return for another visit!👍

Right from the opened door greeting on arrival,a well trained and dedicated team gave us great food and service. We have been before and expected a great experience- we were surprised when this was both delivered and improved. Trip Advisor- an update on reviews is...

This has become somewhat of a tradition with my husband, Sister and Brother in Law. This being our 6th Xmas eve. As always it didn’t disappoint. The food was fabulous and bursting with flavour, texture and sheer decadence. The staff pay attention to detail from...

What can you say that hasn’t already been said about Fishers Baslow Hall. The hotel and room was fabulous, the bed extremely comfortable. We sat at the kitchen bench and had the tasting menu and treated our 2 sons after what’s been a tough year...

Lovely setting. Professional staff . Wonderful food . Absolutely superb dining experience . Only minor irk is that sourdough was slightly overdone

Wonderfully presented and delicious food served by friendly and attentive staff. Beautiful wines and other drinks recommended to pair with the food perfectly. The team at Fischer’s make you feel very welcome and well looked after from start to finish. Enjoy the grounds, sit by...

We have just had three nights at Fischer's and stayed in the upper Garden Room which was very comfortable. On booking my husband had informed the hotel that I am vegetarian so I was disappointed on the first morning to find a limited choice for...

We have just had a couple of nights at Fischers and just loved the experience. The rooms are immaculate and lovely and you really feel you are staying in a country house with Derbyshire hospitality. To look out our window and see the chef pick...

We only stayed for one night , we should have stayed longer! Hotel is well situated just outside Baslow and is surrounded by its own grounds, it is very quiet and relaxing. All staff are extremely helpful and welcoming , the rooms are very comfortable...

Everything was beautifully presented, staff were wonderful, warm and welcoming. Although this was not a happy day the relaxed atmosphere helped everyone. As I have some food problems I informed them before I arrived and was catered for superbly.

Yet another visit and it was as usual and expected superb! Sunday lunch for the first time. The restaurant was fully booked but everything ran like clockwork, all very calm and relaxing. The food was top notch and I expect and hope that the Michelin...

We stayed just one night at Fischer's in a garden room with the 10 course tasting menu for dinner. Everything was very professionally done, with formality but without fuss. Right from the beginning the commitment to service was clear. For example, upon arrival at reception...

This may be one of the best restaurants I have ever visited. The confit lamb is to die for. The waitress that served me (unfortunately didn't get her name), knew about every dish on the menu. The cocktail menu was in depth and lovely

We stayed one night with meal and breakfast and enjoyed every minute. The garden room was beautiful and the beds are large and comfortable. There was nothing that the staff in the hotel, and the staff in restaurant , would not do for us, and...

Stayed at Fischers on 6/2/22 at a cost of £520 so we would have expected something rather special! The evening meal was very ordinary & uninspiring. Breakfast was full English or haddock-no fruit, no smoked salmon, frankly you can get better in the local cafe!!...

I’ve not eaten here since the new chef took over and I don’t know why I haven’t visited earlier. The food really does take you on journey and satisfies every taste buds the wines compliment the dishes perfectly

Very disappointing. Over the years we have consistently enjoyed our meals at Fischers, be it for lunch or dinner. This is first time we have been since lockdown and believe it must be a new chef. Although the presentation of the food was outstanding unfortunately...

As part of a 3 night stay in Baslow, Fischers was our last night treat. Whilst we ate in a lot of lovely cafes and restaurants whilst here, we were pleased that the last meal was this one. We had the tasting menu. We aren't...

This is our second visit, we last came in the summer. Both times we had the tasting menu... Wow, what can I say, but exceptional both times. The staff are wonderful and go above and beyond to make your stay the best, plus very informative....

We came to Fischers to celebrate my mothers 80th - superb evening with amazing food (10 course tasting menu) amazing staff, and a beautiful venue. Simply outstanding.

Beautiful old and elegant building, the grounds look stunning but on a very wet day we didn’t get to explore. The staff were excellent, efficient and friendly. The food was delicious and very well presented. A very traditional restaurant with crisp white tablecloth’s, hopefully we...

Our third visit to Fischers and wonderful food and service again. Each course was well cooked and worked together well. And very good value at under £50 for a 4 course lunch.

Originally, only two of us were booked for a birthday lunch, our son and driver for the day was accommodated so we were three for lunch and what a lovely much it was. Absolutely superb. The service was attentive and knowledgeable both food and drinks...

Stayed here for a couple of nights in October. What a great team and we can’t wait to come back to stay again and eat in the restaurant. Unfortunately the restaurant wasn’t open due to staff shortages (knock on effect of covid) but they taxi’d...

We loved our meal experience from start to finish! The greeting on arrival was friendly and professional, and the pre dinner aperitifs ( Processco and a Kir Royale) were served in comfortable surroundings. The sommelier helped us to choose the wine and we tasted the...

We have recently returned from a two night stay at Baslow Hall which on the whole was wonderful BUT the food left a lot to be desired. Yes we were given fine food but we all left the table still hungry. Each course was very...

Having made a booking in January for the first weekend of September for a special occasion this week my booking was cancelled by email - just over 2 weeks before we were due to visit. There was an option to speak to someone. Left a...

An overall outstanding experience. From entry the staff were incredibly friendly and clearly take great pride in providing an amazing customer experience. We had the taster menu- the food was overall delicious. There were some elements of the food that I would not hurry to...

What can I say. We stayed here for a night as a special treat and dined in the hotel. From start to finish the whole experience was fantastic. We were met at reception and taken to our room - Garden Room 5, which was lovely....

Table for 7 booked for Saturday 7th August, just been notified that booking cancelled due to lack of staff. Totally unacceptable excuse and will not be rebooking any time soon.

This was our second visit to Fischer's - a belated 'special' birthday celebration following the cancellation last December. We stayed in Garden Room 5 which is delightful. The staff are very helpful - sending out for skimmed milk when only full fat is available in...

Part a family party of 6 who went to Fishers for lunch. My 3rd visit. Service remains charming and efficient. We appreciated the beef addition to the lunch menu and particularly enjoyed the desserts. Unfortunately quite a few negative views re the food given the...

I booked Fischers as an anniversary surprise for a long awaited night out with my husband. It was the seasonal tasting menu to which we added the wine flight to enhance the experience. So glad we did! Absolutely fantastic! The lovely ladies who served us...

All the food we were served was of very good quality and was well-presented, that is to say it was excellent and accommodated our dietary requirements. And the presence of the manager was noted, since one could see actively scanning the room to check all...

We ate here having booked well in advance as a party of four in belated celebration of our 35th wedding anniversary. It was a thoughtful touch that our names were on the menu. A keepsake for the family 'treasure box'. We all had the tasting...

We have been here quite a few times over the last 20 years or so and the food and service have always been of a high standard ( if a little over-formal for some ). This time we sat in the lounge for a while...

No complaints about the service. Professional and efficient. Sadly, I was less impressed by the food. Don't get me wrong. The food was fine. It just wasn't outstanding for a fine dining establishment. The tasting menu was somewhat different to those of other similar establishments...

We had the 11-course taster menu and were not disappointed. Each course was delivered with a smile and a full explanation of the method and thought behind it. A special thanks to Matt, the sommelier, for looking after us and providing some much-needed advice with...

My husband and I were married here 15 years ago returned for our Anniversary for Dinner Bed and Breakfast. I was at first disappointed that were allocated a Garden room as the house is so beautiful. However, I think we preferred it. Decor lovely, room...

We visited for the second time and we were again very impressed with the service and quality of food. It was lovely to come out and feel safe whilst eating exquisite food and superb wine pairing choices for the tasting menu. I would love to...

My husband and I had dinner at Fischer's to celebrate our wedding anniversary and it was an absolutely wonderful experience. The tasting menu was delicious, with each course introducing us to totally different flavours that were put together beautifully. The accompanying wine flight actually took our breath away, as the wines didn't just complement the dishes but actually added new layers of flavour and made us experience the food in a different light. I don't want to spoil the experience for readers by giving away too much detail about each course, but the mushroom dish, served with a tawny port, was a particular highlight. The wine selection was an eclectic mix and showed the knowledge and passion of the sommelier, and we loved that he took the time to explain each pairing to us in such detail. Indeed, all of the staff were absolutely brilliant - so professional but genuinely friendly and interested in how we found each course and what our favourites were.Yes, it is expensive and the portions do seem small at first, but it was a truly memorable evening and by the end of the meal we felt very comfortably full so in retrospect the portion sizes were judged perfectly. The 10pm curfew and the early arrival of our taxi driver meant that we were a little rushed towards the end, but that was not at all the restaurant's fault as we had been taking our time savouring all of the courses before - and they very kindly popped our petits fours in a bag for us to take with us so that we didn't miss our taxi. Fischer's was absolutely one of our favourite restaurant experiences in a long time and we must definitely come back again - perhaps next time to stay at the hotel as well, so that we don't have to rush off after dinner!

Our recent overnight stay with the tasting menu was excellent from beginning to end.We were staying in one of the Garden Rooms - which was beautifully decorated, quite large, and very clean. The bed was very comfortable with high-quality bed linen and I loved the wall-paper choice. The COVID-19 measures in place - hand sanitisers, social distancing, minimal guest interaction were all very reassuring. The 8-course tasting menu with wine pairings was amazing. Each course wasn't too large but was incredibly flavourful and the extra space around the table made us feel very secure. Similarly breakfast was at-seat service and in a beautiful room.All in all a great stay and we will be back.

And so to dine at Fischer's in this stylish Edwardian house with attractive,well kept gardens. For past decades, this restaurant, overseen by its founder Max, and his protege Rupert Rowley, was held in highest esteem, but when Rupert decided to move on, a little of the twinkle seemed to go out of the place. However, last night we were in for a stratospheric treat of a meal in the shape of the new seasonal tasting menu and its vegetarian version. Both of these were devised by their new supernova of a chef - the tremendously creative, Nathan Wall and his talented brigade. Wow!! Three inspired gems of 'amuse bouches' starting with an unbelievably umami sensation in the shape of a small cube of 'bread and butter pudding with cep mushroom' , followed by a succession of perfectly proportioned and presented dishes extolling the flavours of cauliflower, local mushrooms, venison, langoustine and Hogget (or almost identical looking vegetarian alternatives). To follow, an exquisitely palette tickling series of desserts and savouries finishing with a tiny, sweet, yet cep flavoured, doughnut were creatively out of this world, and cheese lovers were wooed with a mouthwatering British cheese selection of the very best. For us, the wine flight consisted of a perfectly chosen and balanced array of unusual wines from lesser known wine growing areas was an added delight. The young staff under supervision of their skilful, long standing restaurant manager were warm, knowlegeable and highly professional.To summarise, Fischer's is better than ever! Nathan Wall and the staff have put in the 'Per Ardua' ........now, come on Michelin, it is definitely time to re-add the Astra!!

The Downton-esque setting sets the scene for an unforgettable dining experience throughout. Starting from the incredibly polite and knowledgeable staff, who will guide you through the meal, and are prepared to answer any question you might have, continuing on to the flavours of the beautifully executed dishes, finishing with tea in the most serene garden of the Hall. Outstanding in our meal: the pigeon, and the canapes. Most favorite aspect: some ingredients are sources from their very garden.

This overnight stay with dinner was a treat from one of our sons, we hadn't eaten here before, so what a lovely surprise. The level of service was excellent, the food was as good as anything I've had anywhere. The grounds offered nice walks, and the rooms were well kitted out, comfortable, and clean with Ultra modern bathrooms. If you have an occasion to celebrate, you couldn't do much better than Baslow Hall

The service was fabulous - attentive, without being over the top - and the food was simply sublime. We did the tasting menu, with wine pairing, and it was just lovely. Such a treat, and an amazing experience.

We recently entertained friends and as a special lunch treat, we took them to Fishers. We have been many times over the years and this visit was no different to any other, except for the one-way system in operation. The menu was a little limited as they were participating in the government’s ‘eat out to help out’ and only the classic menu was on offer on the day we were there. In advance we had asked for a minor change and requested Halibut rather than Monkfish. They not only fulfilled our request but the menus on the table reflected the change for one of our friends – a very nice touch. The service was attentive and paced at a leisurely speed. The food was all delicious and each dish explained. Only one very minor comment but one easily solved. To exist the building, you leave via the lounge and front door. There are two short flights of stone steps and this proved very difficult for one of our disabled friends. As no one was in the entrance passageway perhaps in future the staff may be able to ensure guests can leave by that route if they are disabled.

If you want gourmet dining this is the place to go. All courses are beautifully presented and as each is served you are given a description of the contents, how it was cooked and the opportunity to have any questions answered. We had a private room for a Birthday Celebration Lunch and enjoyed the whole experience. After lunch we very much enjoyed walking around the delightful grounds. Special care was taken with regard to social distancing. The whole ambience of Baslow Hall is lovely, however it does come with a very high cost, something we would only be able to afford for a very special occasion.

We held our wedding here on 18 August having visited previously.If you are interested in a small wedding it is a no-brainer.The grounds/gardens were amazing as usual.All the staff so happy and helpful, they couldn't do enough.Alison was incredible in getting everything over the line with regard to covid restrictions.The kitchen absolutely smashed it out of the park with the new tasting menu and accommodated various requests seamlessly. An amazing day thanks to Fischer's.

we've been eating at Fischer's for years. The tasting menu we had last night has to be the most delicious and well crafted food I've ever eaten. The wine pairing was nothing but inspiration!

We visited Fischer’s during our weekend trip to the Peak District. We were very impressed with both the quality and presentation of the food, as well as the service. We had the three course tasting menu - the lamb and pigeon to start, duck for main and apple / elderflower for desert. They also brought fresh sourdough bread and butter as well as three different canapés. Overall excellent. I would highly recommend.

First visit to Fischer’s and really enjoyed the stay and the food. Difficult one to rate as high quality food here should be a given......and it was exquisite. The two most enjoyable parts of the meals we had there were the breakfast and the cheese course (big shout out to the waitress who designed the cheese course and spent time describing it to us). I think I’d like to have come away saying the cheese course and breakfast were great, but the stars of the show were the starter and main course.......and that’s probably why this is only a 4. I’d certainly go again.

We had a fabulous night here. I was a bit nervous about how careful they would be at following Covid guidelines because we haven't been anywhere since March but it was absolutely fine. At no point did we feel that we needed to move away from staff. They were all friendly and professional. One way systems and hand sanitising stations were pointed out. Check in was in the room. The room was lovely and located in the main hall. Soaps and shampoos were good quality. The only (and very minor) criticism we had was the quilt was very thick for a summer night. We had drinks on the terrace in the afternoon and this is a lovely setting, overlooking their large grounds. We booked for the evening meal too and this was fabulous. The appetisers were great too. I was impressed that catering for all my food allergies and intolerances was not an issue at all. The gluten free bread roll was good. It wasn't a cheap place for dinner bed and breakfast but was one to certainly consider for a special ocassion. We will be returning.

My first meal out since lockdown. Fischer’s grounds were beautifully prepared and dining nicely spaced out for a Covid safe meal. The food was very nice, better than my last meal here about 9 months ago. Beef and mushrooms and chocolate excellent. One salmon was undercooked and the monkfish under seasoned. Service was charming. Special thanks to the young ‘cheese specialist’ server, she was great!As to Covid. We felt quite a few improvements could be made. Some positive suggestions:Servers should wear face visors.Service needs to be less attentive - no need to continually pour wine or water, no need to pour sauces on diners meals. Some signage, notable on ‘exit’ and ‘toilet use’ policy would be useful. Toilet doors could be wedged open to avoid touching metal door handles.

A birthday treat never to be forgotten - beautiful setting, despite the rain. amazing very friendly service and the food was to die for. All in a very safe setting. Practicing all the guidance but providing the highest level of service. Thank you Fischer’s. We will be back soon x

Chef table for our anniversary - superbly creative food, presented very well, extremely tasty. Highly attentive staff, polite and helpful. The whole evening was very enjoyable and really good fun.

I was given a gift voucher by my husband for Christmas at this luxurious place.Driving up to Fischer's on a dark evening is quite magical to see.Upon entering, myself and my husband were greeted by a friendly member of staff who took through to the library bar and took our coats. We both ordered a glass of wine each and with that we were given our first appetiser, which was absolutely delicious.After a good 15 minutes, myself and my husband were then taken to the dining table where we ordered from the dinner menu. As each dish came out it was explained in detail and tasted simply divine!! Unfortunately, we didn't have enough room for dessert. After our meal, we went back to the library bar and ordered a peche royale which was sweet and refreshing, just how I like it!!I would like to take the time to say to all of the staff here at Fischer's how very welcoming, friendly and attentive you all were and are most certainly a credit to this incredible place. I would love to come back here again in the future.