The Merchants House in Derbyshire Dales

Very disappointing. We’ve visited here many times over past 10 years. Booked for two nights as we know how good it is and how booked up it gets. Really surprised to walk in to see mostly empty tables, one member of staff on shift trying to do everything and pub generally unclean. Tables not cleared, no welcome despite our booking - just told to sit wherever. There was an issue at another table which didn’t appear to be handled well, all seemed very tense and unprofessional. Quality of food has declined and portions small to average. Such a shame, needless to say we’ve cancelled our second booking and will head to the wheatsheaf where it’s a quality experience all around

Always a real pleasure to be back in Winster and partake of the hospitality of Old Bowling Green. Charming, relaxing and traditional with welcoming staff and very dog friendly. We enjoyed tasty basket meals (served Friday/Saturday), drinks and chit-chat. A lovely pub in a lovely village.

Popped in for lunch today, realized we had been a few years ago. Food, drink & service was excellent!! Highly recommend if you are in the area. Been in the area for past week, & we certainly had saved the best til last. Big thanks

A very enjoyable Sunday Roast Lunch.

A lovely old fashioned chippy that was a real find for a hungry family. Service with a smile although they were rushed off their feet, very quick service and delicious food made for a great pit-stop. Highly recommended and one we'll revisit.