Hilcote Arms in Bolsover

Went for sunday lunch and pudding, absolutely lovely meal and staff was very friendly, will be going back

A very welcoming local pub with a very pleasant atmosphere, I should call in here more often as it's only a 5min drive from home or a 20min walk over the countryside from Huthwaite... If you're traveling from further afield It's only a 10min drive East from junction 28 on the M1 motorway ... The staff are very friendly, with a good selection of beers on offer... there's also food available... Call in if you're in the area, it's well worth a visit...

Called in on my own and made very welcome. Pre-booked my Sunday lunch and it was delicious with lots of vegetable variety, chicken, stuffing, sausage and Yorkshire pud which is a must. Could not resist a naughty pudding too, syrup sponge with custard and wow was it tasty 😋 very reasonable and friendly traditional pub setting. Thank you for making me feel comfortable and welcome 😁

Such a warm welcome I got a dab on! Everyone in the joint is really friendly, the beer's fantastic and the atmosphere is like going backwards in time to when pubs were pubs. I love it, my biggest regret is not going in there sooner. Didn't get chance to eat, but I'll do that soon and let you guys know. Everyone also made my doggo as welcome as me and the missus. See you guys really soon. Can I move in?

Absolutely fantastic Sunday dinner !! My husband is a picky eater and they catered for his every need without making the dinner tiny...it was HUGE !! Service couldn't have been better..thanks, we will be back !!

Our first visit to the Hilcote Arms today with our daughter and son in law. 3x roast pork 1x roast lamb. 4 desserts Everything cooked very well. Friendly hosts and a very nice atmosphere.

Proper service and proper food We went here for the first time on Easter Sunday. You order in advance but the food is home made, delicious and excellent service by Julie. The bar is old school in a good way, generous on ice, bottle in the bar sparkle and service is excellent! Roast lamb and pork was huge and tasty, plenty of veg and lovely parsnips! The place is spotless and has an excellent atmosphere. Attention to detail from making my mums tea just how she likes it (decaf and weak) to food served on hot plates! Crumble that tasted like they had picked the berries and banana split that was huge! We will be back, loved the old school approach to food and service!

Another, enjoyable affordable meal of good quality, with excellent hospitality and friendly atmosphere.

Absolute gem of a bar and restaurant, the best for a few miles around. Great service, really friendly staff, spotlessly clean, wonderful food. Not a large pub so probably best to book. Don't hesitate !

Lovely pub, lovely owners and staff, great beer. Can't recommend it enough.

Very friendly small village pub serving great pub grub.

Had a very large lunch tasty and well cooked. Jack my dog has a beef casserole from doggy menu . Also went one Sunday last minute , excellent plenty of meat and fresh vegetables served separately

Great little pub always makes you feel welcome

Omg me and my husband has just been and had a Sunday dinner, it was amazing just like my mum used to make, and the service was excellent Julie and the rest of the staff couldn't do enough for you, would recommend the pub as excellent, really enjoyed my experience and will definitely be back .

People are lovely and very friendly and food is beautiful think we will be back next week 😀

We haven't been to the Hilcot Arms since lock down and walked in one day last week . Everyone was just so welcoming, from landlord and landlady and bar lady and also the customers made us welcome. We will be back and we will be going for something to eat as well . So Happy New Year and all the best to everyone at the Hilcot Arms xxx Dotty

Came here as was staying in a local campsite the manager Julie gave amazing service from the very beginning the food was great it's dog friendly and they clearly care a lot about the products and experience they are providing. A great place that's definitely worth the visit even if it's a bit of a way. You won't regret it :)

Me and my partner come for a Sunday dinner and was not disappointed! Absolutely lovely food and beer with extremely welcoming and accommodating staff - will definitely be recommending to other people, 10/10! :)

The wobbly wander and (borrowed) dog were passing by after a walk round and being parched we called in. The Hilcote Arms is a very nice quiet pub in the heart of Hilcote. It has been modernised to a high standard. Wobbly one settled for a John Smith's while the dog settled for the pubs finest tap water. We were made to feel at home with a warm welcome from Julie & Carl behind the bar and the two owners. The pub is dog friendly the bar staff are very willing to make sure that the dog gets a few treats. The pub has a wide range of Beer Lager's spirits and wine on offer. They also serve meals... although this wobbly hasn't tried one the menu seems ok. Well done to all.

Arrived at 8.30pm on a Sunday evening and the staff rustled up some food for us. Really good service & friendly owners.

Generously portioned Sunday dinners and a friendly welcome at all times 👏

Nice beers, started real ale so spot on

Some clientele are to in your face

Lovely atmosphere, fun staff, good food, happy regulars - what more could you ask for?

Cheap Sunday lunch. But it becomes very clear why.... Plated up and pinged. Very VERY VERY Average

Good was very nice and hot staff was very nice and friendly home from home

The food is really nice and the staff are really friendly and helpful and nice

This is our 5th Sunday visit now & the Roast & hosts are absolutely fantastic. You must try it for yourselves. We know that you will not be disappointed. You do need to book for the Sunday Roast as all the food is bought in fresh.

This establishment has fantastic hosts & staff that really welcome you into their public house. The first time we entered this pub to try one of there highly recommended Sunday Roasts we were given such a warm welcome & the food was very plentyful & the taste was the best we have ever tasted anywhere else (just like your mum made). We thought this was a one off to impress us so we booked again for the following Sunday, We were not disappointed at all. This is now are regular Sunday lunch treat as nowhere else can touch this establishment for everything one is to expect, and the prices are very, very reasonable for what delishious food you get on your plate. I'm sorry Hillcote Arms but you are the best & we recommend you highly to everyone.

Lovely meal, friendly staff, food served with smile and friendly very helpful staff, highly recommend.

Excellent hosts with great attention to detail. The food is really good quality and excellent value. We were made very welcome and would definitely recommend. So pleased to see a village pub so busy

We had a great time!!! The owner and staff made us feel like we were old friends - even though this was our first visit.💕 We will definitely be back!!!

Had a family Sunday lunch out today and was by far the best one. The food was all home cooked and plentiful as well as piping hot. Cannot recommend this place enough will definitely be returning and compliments to all of the staff there, they all really do go the extra mile to make your visit there very pleasurable.

Very friendly good choice of drinks and was dog friendly

Very good warm and friendly freehouse pub.

Never been in this pub before until passing last night and decided to pop in. Made incredibly welcome when walked in and after ordering sat in the beautiful outdoor area, lots of potted plants, lights and seating with an umbrella if required. Next time I am going to try the Sunday lunch.

Very nice place to eat and drink. And the people are very friendly

First visit last week & was very impressed, a very nice & friendly welcome and traditional home cooked food. Enjoyed it that much that we returned today and had a beautiful Sunday lunch, all home cooked and very reasonably priced. Well worth a visit and looking forward to our next visit.

Nice little pub good beer and good food

Lovely place, everyone really friendly will definitely be calling in again

A friend & I dropped in this lovely pub. It was sparkling clean with a pretty decor. We were warmly welcomed by Bev & Brad the owners. The menu catered for anyone's taste & we weren't hurried along either. There was even a juke box, & a pleasant out side area to catch the sun while we had a drink. I've a feeling it won't be too long until we visit The Hilcote Arms again.

These people are like my family. Lively home cooking, like your mum would make. Always tasty, hot and served with a smile. Would reccomend anyone to come here. The Sunday dinner is amazing, a huge plate with everything you could possibly want.

That is the welcome we got. Booked a table for 12 and from the first phone call the staff were warm and tentative.I was looking for a location half way between me and my sister. Coming across this place on line and reading the reviews it seemed like the ideal place. Upon arrival the staff were warm and welcoming. The manger making herself know shortly after our arrival. Saying once our party was all here she would let the kitchen know. Once seated the food came out and was wonderful. A big Sunday dinner with lots of variety. The staff were tentative and even chatted with the children. Richard remembered my phone call and came over to ask if we had a nice time and were we happy with our choice of location. We could not of asked for more and will defiantly be visiting it again. It was perfect for our get together.

Ok so we booked a big late party for my family and Brad Bev and Julie couldn’t be more accommodating they gave us half the pub with nibbles everyone had an excellent time. The locals are hilarious and the staff a incredible I can’t recommend this pub enough it’s beautiful!

Had a fabulous Sunday lunch at this real village pub. The food was excellent as was the service. Highly recommend the Hilcote arms .

Friendly pub, good selection of beers, recently modernised, good Sunday lunch

The Hillcote Arms has a special place in my heart was great to revisit great place to eat and drink

Staff were lovely and the large chicken dinner they put in front of me was delicious and sent me into a food coma. It was epic!

Went for Sunday lunch with my daughter and grandson. Excellent food, very friendly and welcoming, will definitely go again.

A lovely, cosy Sunday afternoon spent here. Friendly welcoming staff... clean... It's a proper pub... remember them?? Food was hot, cooked well, plenty of it... very reasonable price... most enjoyable... Good selection of puddings.. Will definitely be going back.

Spot on, great little pub with a huge welcome

Lovely pub, where everyone always has a smile. Always made to feel welcome & very family friendly. Recently had food here as well, which was lovely. This pub is a little gem!

Nice little pub with good selection of drinks. Great bar meals at a great price

Just been to the pub for a meal. Staff extremely helpful and food was excellent. Pub spotlessly clean and very high standards maintained throughout. Would highly recommend and we will definitely be visiting again.Excellent beer and good veggie burgers!!

Good food, very reasonable price, attentive service. Walked in and they accommodated is, which should be booked in advance. It was at the start, so a bit easier to help. The place was busy by the time we left.

Had a lovely meal on the weekend. Quick service and very friendly staff! Food was a decent price! Had the double cheese burger with curly chips which was lovely! Highly recommend!

We pass the Hilcote Arms almost everyday but hadn't been in so we called in on a Sunday afternoon & were pleasantly surprised.

Very friendly staff and great well kept selection of beers

Wonderful service, great rooms, fabulous staff.

Home cooked food and lots of it 🤣

4 of us ate there on Father's day.

Great meal and service. Would highly recommend a visit.

I love it here - so friendly, so easy going, such good value, and who knew that there was an amazing little sun trap courtyard out the back. Thank you for being there whenever we need you!

Very friendly family owned pub which has now started serving food which always seems to be popular. Very nicely decorated and has recently been totally refurbished to a very high standard. Clientele is mainly 40 + and sometimes diverse. Dogs are welcome and drink is reasonably priced. As a gay couple feel very comfortable in there and always feel welcomed. Some vegetarian options on the menu and I believe they do vegan sausages so vegan cob is an option.

Great local pub, great staff and happens to be next door but one!!!

What a lovely place. I always feel happy here. The wine is great value at £11.95 a bottle, and the beer is interesting and varied. The place is just magic. Today I had a burger and a couple of glasses of Pinot Grigio and the staff (owners?) were so lovely and attentive. We practically had bespoke burgers and everything was delicious. Can I move in?

Visitted the Hicote for afternoon drinks with the family. The drinks menu is extensive with a good range of beers, ciders and gins. Staff were very friendly welcoming and attentive, There were four generations of my family there and we all had a lovely time. The sunday lunch looks lovely and there is a light bite menu, loads of choice and very reasonably priced. We will definitely be returning for another visit and the owners told us our dogs would be very welcome too. What a gem this place is!!!

What a crackin place lovely beer,food,bar staff,brad n bev r ok aswell lol had some good nights in there really fantastic pub they make everyone welcome I love it beautiful couple xxx

Finally had lunch at our local, recently refurbished our local is now a warm and friendly pub. All staff are welcoming and go the extra mile to make your visit a good one. Sunday lunch is great and fresh with several sizes of portions. Would recommend you visit our village local and can't wait for them to extend their meal times and their new menus.

Good pub.Friendly staff & a Sunday lunch to die for.

Lovely pub recently been taken over by Brad & Bev, it has a lovely friendly warm atmosphere, Brad has done a fantastic refurbishment, very tastefully furnished. Nothing is too much trouble for this couple and staff, very helpful & friendly, Sunday lunch is lovely and you get great portions, cant wait till they start doing different menus, you know it will be good, this pub is great for the village.

This is a lovely pub. It is warm and welcoming. They were geared up to serve couples on Valentines Day but made me a curry especially since I was on my own. It was delicious and the real ale superb. I recommend you give it a try.

Paid a visit to the to the Hilcote Arms on Saturday Just like walking into my local Hosts Brad and Bev have created a great a atmosphere

Lovely recently refurbished pub, nice surroundings, child and dog friendly, now serving amazing Sunday lunches! Great staff, good choice of real ales, spirits, lagers and ciders

Lovely place the staff are amazing and very thoughtful. We had broken down in the area and had to wait 4 hours for recovery the staff came out and offered warm food for our children. The staff and the community are very welcoming will definitely be making a visit again.

Lovely place, lovely community Very welcoming we broke down in the area with young children and had to wait for recovery for 4 hours. They welcomed us in and offered A warm meal for the children. The community was also very friendly. Will definitely be returning

Stopped off for a Sunday lunch with my family had a fantastic meal the staff couldn't be any more helpful and obliging.A nice pint to boot would gladly recommend to anyone and will be visiting again soon.

Llamamos a las cinco de la tarde el sábado por la tarde con la esperanza de una buena comida casera de pub, que estoy seguro de que podría haber ofrecido. El Hilcote es obviamente popular con familias locales y la comida nos veían salir parecía bueno.

El título lo resume todo. Excelente cerveza, comida casera increíble a precios sumamente razonables. Todo el mundo nos hicieron sentir bienvenidos e inclusive no residentes que estaban en el pub en el tiempo. Sin duda lo recomiendo y volveremos muy pronto. Muchas gracias a Big G!!

Typical village pub,just a few locals drinking,soon as you walk in people look and stare,cannot,think why any passes by would use this pub.

Hemos comido aquí en muchas ocasiones, como una pareja, con nuestros tres hijos pequeños y como un grupo grande y cada vez la comida y el servicio ha sido de primera! Sin volver a conectar a cualquiera, mucho mejor que cualquier otro pub alrededor!

really tasty food excellent chips non of the frozen rubbish ,home made pies ,lasagne and the chicken curry are fantastic...

Después de tener buenas noticias en el hospital decidimos celebrar. Esto era sólo la segunda visita aquí, la última de ellas es la cena sorpresa de cumpleaños de mi marido a principios de este mes. El personal era muy acogedor como antes, pero nada exagerado. Me decidí por el filete de cadera 8 onzas y todo estaba delicioso, mi hijo la hamburguesa de papá y dijo que era "el mejor" y mi marido tenía el desayuno durante todo el día que disfrutó. patatas fritas caseras genial y el tamaño de las porciones, volveremos de nuevo. Nos encantó.

La gran comida recién preparada en un pub de valor servido con una sonrisa. pastel casero con todos los adornos y una pinta por sólo £5,40 . Cada chip es en realidad revestidos de verdaderas patatas, no un congelador! excelente el domingo para almuerzos. Vamos, intentarlo!