The scallops to start were very fresh and cooked to perfection, as was the sea bass main. The collection process was so well organised and efficient, and it is excellent value for money with huge portions! The food and service was excellent. The wifi was good which makes a change! Thank you Chris and Lindy. The moules was outstanding. Duo playing who were excellent. The food was delicious and the dcor was great. Highlights from our menu choices were the Sardines, Venison Ravioli, Lamb Tagine and Katsu Curry. First time in The Maynard and YOU have to go! Such a beautiful bar and restaurant. Whilst staying in Grindleford, as a family we visited the Maynard twice. Room spot on with a great view It was well organised & the food was cooked to perfection. We went back inside for our lunch which was wonderful. ;-) . The full package. We liked everything we were served with a lot! Thank you! Need to book. From the moment we arrived and entered the hotel we felt a great vibe and the hotel reception staff were so friendly, warm and hospitable. Will be back. Definitely recommend. Both times we were served by Kate, a fantastic waitress- no request was too big for her and she was very attentive and friendly. Really friendly staff! They found us a table for 6 people, which surprised me, as we didnt book. We were there as part of a wedding group. Staff are very attentive ,we were served by a lovely young man called Bertie who was very polite and had good local knowledge. Food in the evening was delicious. The menu was excellent with a wide variety of choice, so something for everybody. Beautifully prepared and presented food with plenty of veggie options. Definitely recommend the Roast Beef!! Lovely hotel, very clean, great room, good selection of drinks, fabulous food, and staff that couldnt do enough to make our very brief stay a night to remember.. Covid 19 guidelines were in place so we felt safe and relaxed. She even offered to put a personal note with the bottle and ensure that any cards which had been arranged would also be in her room. Such a wonderful hotel in such a nice scenic location. Deserves the five stars. The Maynard, under Rob and staff, is a great addition to the area and we look forward to eating in the restaurant on a regular basis once we are through these challenging times. My wife found the Sea Bream and Samphire Risotto sublime and the most tender fillet steak and had it twice. Food delicious. We would definitely come again! Well done Charlotte, this is why it is called hospitality!! I would 100% recommend dining here for a special occasion. They could not have done enough to make sure we were happy and had the wedding we wanted. We would recommend The Maynard and the Team for anyone's wedding or special occasion. Shame after all the effort the new owners have put in that they now have to close for a month. They couldnt do enough for us to make sure we had the best day and so many people have commented on what a lovely time they had. Room was very nice, clean and spacious. Great view of the hills from the restaurant and excellent food and service. Atmosphere amazing. The classic afternoon tea was done to perfection (as they say)! There is an imaginative menu, and you can enjoy your meal in a really beautiful setting ( In summer the sheltered garden with its views of the hills around is a fantastic place for a leisurely lunch.) The surroundings are lovely both internally and externally. The staff were very attentive. Felt thoroughly pampered. In spite of the driving rain and wind, the view of the Hope Valley from our seats was spectacular. We love to keep things local and it can't get much more local than in the family! The food is so good, there is a lovely garden, and the staff are lovely. Nothing too much trouble and the staff were always friendly and smiling. I dined here twice and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Already planning a return trip. Thank you helping make this celebration an event to remember in these strange times. Food good, excellent beer and wine choice, all served by Siobhan who looked after us excellently. Efficient and pleasant service, attractive surroundings. A wonderful choice of wines at sensible prices. Decent weather (for a change) meant we could sit outside in a lovely garden setting. Fab! Thoroughly enjoyed our stay thanks to everyone who made us feel special, We booked afternoon tea for my mothers birthday. We stayed from Fri-Sun for my best friends wedding and cant fault the Maynard. I would highly recommend and, will be returning again very soon. Got a special occasion coming up? All of us enjoyed, big thanks to Evie, Kim and Dan for looking after us! Rooms also were lovely - comfortable beds, fluffy towels and our own coffee machines which were very much needed! The team were very efficient and friendly, special thanks to Millie & Chris for looking after us so well. We were highly delighted with the 3 course takeaway and complimentary chocolates. Fantastic night away, ended up eating three times due to the great range of dishes. I have been to the Maynard many times and it is constantly excellent. As we had a dog with us we sat in the bar which was beautifully decorated and so relaxed and cosy we could have stopped there all day. The Maynard is a real culinary jewel, in our opinion. Rooms were very pleasant, and very quiet. Also, NHS staff currently eat for free, which is a touching gesture of thanks. We stopped here for a family lunch after a hike in Pedley Gorge. The rooms were really comfortable, clean and spacious. We Booked in advance .. We had the sardines, muscles, Brazilian cheese bread, gazpacho and the seabass. The garden at The Maynard is open every day, and we have live music every Sundayweather permitting, of course! I spoke with a charming lady called Charlotte who went above and beyond what seems to be the norm these days. The staff were so helpful and everyone was very happy and friendly. Massive thank you and she is a credit to the Maynard. It had been recommended by friends and it did not disappoint. Great atmosphere in the bar and restaurant (which has super views of the Grindleford hills). Would definitely recommend and wish we had found it earlier in the holiday as we would have returned. A beautiful building located just a stones throw away from the historic Padley Gorge and Chapel. Called in to celebrate my partner's new job , lovely warm welcome by staff on the main entrance, we asked to be seated in the garden area, stunning view with well maintained gardens. We didnt know there was live music on which was excellent and really set the ambiance. We were not disappointed. All courses were really delicious with minimal work needed to complete the preparations at home. Congratulations to Abbey & Sarah who made our visit extra special. Thinking of stopping over? The food was wonderful and just the right quantity so we were able to fit dessert in as well! Were very excited to come and eat in person when we are allowed to! We had a lovely famiy meal sitting in the sun. Katie our waitress was friendly and attentive. The menu was expansive and imaginative, offering a wide choice for every taste. Sat in the room overlooking the garden. Can't remember having such good service! If you want The Best Wedding - just book the Maynard!! We have a wide range of premium bedrooms of all sizes for a perfect nights sleep. Every member of the hotel team were very friendly and efficient, offering excellent service always with a smile. See what other guests have said about their time with us. The four of us had a really wonderful evening and look forward to retuning soon. Desserts were delicious too. We had a fantastic member of staff called Abi who made our afternoon even more special. will defiantly be returning. The welcome was warm and drinks order was prompt and the staff very helpful. Agreed we would definitely be coming back next time we visit. The food was delicious, with different and interesting flavour combinations and presented beautifully. Whether staying in our welcoming accommodation, celebrating a wedding, birthday or any special occasion with family and friends, or simply dropping by to visit our bar and renowned restaurant, our home is always open. Came with my Dad for lunch today. This place is beautiful and charming without being pretentious, the decor and furnishings all fit with the setting. Would recommend this hotel anytime if your in the Peak District. From a delicious private dinner on the Friday, being up & ready for our 6am start on the wedding day and lasting us through until a 3am finish (sorry about that! My husband and I chose twice baked cheese souffl followed by rabbit wrapped in parma ham - both were absolutely delicious and very well presented. The morning of the wedding staff members were busy setting up the room as well as taking time to chat with me and frequently visiting my room checking in on progress. I can recommend the roast pork, it came with all of the trimmings and was delicious. A beautiful building located just a stones throw away from the historic Padley Gorge and Chapel. ALL the staff were absolutely brilliant at all times - and everything was done with a smile. The Sunday Roast was cooked to perfection, and this weekends Katsu Curry was incredibly flavoursome. The Maynard takeaway is becoming our weekend ritual, and were already looking forward to next weekends burger offering. Very friendly and welcoming staff. Would definitely use again. Really enjoyed our first dinner inside since lockdown. Staff were helpful and efficient; our main waitress, Lexi, gave us helpful advice about menu choices, remaining attentive without being instrusive throughout the evening. The day ran seamlessly and we credit a lot of that to Sorayas organisation! The bridal suite is just beautiful too! Hopefully we will be back to this area and won't hesitate to return. Not cheap, but worth paying a bit extra for such a great all-round experience. Our servers - Lexi and Sam - were welcoming, friendly and receptive to our needs. Good food, good atmosphere, really great staff. The Maynard is to die for. The Maynard itself is beautiful and done to a really high standard. The food was cooked beautifully with first class ingredients. I shot a wedding here on Good Friday. Whether youre planning an elaborate evening or something more casual, you can book a table with us. Thanks to Kaye and Siobhan who looked after us so well. The atmosphere in the restaurant was just right with the tables spaced far enough part to feel private. The afternoon tea was delicate and beautiful very tasty and very well presented. Its hard to pick out any particular highlights as everything was perfect, but we had comments from a lot of our guests on the quality of the food and how great all the staff were on the day. Six of us enjoyed a memorable first venture post lockdown and what better way to celebrate than to experience a truly excellent lunch at this beautifully refurbished hotel. Super friendly staff gave perfect service and great atmosphere, all 3 courses were wonderful. Visited the Maynard on Sunday for the first time since its reopening. Hake and Salmon, BlueberryCheese cake to die for and icecream and berries delicious. The actual wedding day was perfect, the room looked incredible and the food was outstanding. A really lovely afternoon! Wonderful and varied menu with fresh local ingredients . The staff were really friendly and helpful, really professional too. It seemed as though every single member of the hotel staff had one single aim and that was to make it a day we would never forget. We ate here all 3 nights of our stay and found dishes that appealed to us enough to have something different each evening. The evening before myself and family were very well looked after in the restaurant. Great location, Very well presented rooms and the food was beautifully prepared. But The Maynard really does deserve 5 out of 5! Thank you for everything guys! Its the cutest spot with amazing food. Busy . Good food served by cheerful friendly and well trained staff . ), Thoroughly enjoyed the food and place. We all chose the beef and was cooked to perfection. Met the general manager and she was kind and helpful. Food was delicious and the service mainly from Kate but from all staff was great! It was in walking distance of our airbnb, so a no brainer for our first night, and looked good on tripadvisor etc but it was SERIOUSLY good! The decor and atmosphere is really welcoming and chic. Food was great. Alternatively, click below to contact the team with your details and well come back to you as soon as possible. We ordered the duck orange (wow!) We enjoyed our food - dessert was the best, we had the selection of mini desserts. Our room Sir Don Bradman had a bath in the actual bedroom and TV popped from the bed. Everywhere spotlessly clean , staff can't do enough for you to make sure you enjoy your experience. Varied menu which should have something for everyone. Our room was spacious, with a new bathroom and the biggest bed I've ever seen which was as comfortable as it looked. Stayed for 2 nights B&B in June. We had some drinks and nibbles and then came into the bar to have main courses. We are now looking forward to visiting the restaurant when it is able to reopen. 100% recommend! A big thank you to the staff looking after us - (I think Luke, Charlie and Jack??? Thank you. We had a take out meal to finish cooking at home. We had the festive menu and everyone enjoyed their meals. Staff friendly and helpful. More. All the food and service were fantastic! The food is always excellent. I had the monkfish curry for my main which I would definitely order again. Comfortable room. Had a fantastic Sunday lunch with family. Cakes and desert elements excellent too. Will come again soon, happy to recommend. The starting sharer was delicious and the home made chips were perfectly cooked. Went here for afternoon tea which was delicious. Really great dinner and breakfast. Food and service was amazing. The staff were friendly and helpful, and service was prompt. For tables of over 8 people, please contact us directly. Thesunshone, the drinks flowed, the music entertained and all of theface-paintedchildren were in their element - having the time of their lives onthe numerous inflatables deployed in the top garden. Lovely helpful and friendly staff The hotel has clearly been recently refurbished. In fact, very impressed! Looking forward to coming back again soon. the Sunday roast was perfect, couldnt fault it! Great quality and expertly cooked. Visited for afternoon tea on Valentines Day. Lovely resturant to meet friends . Set in the stunning Peak District hills, we had the perfect weather for our special occasion meal here. Will definitely be back again!!! Made a birthday cake for us which was lovely. Enjoyed excellent food in a lovely setting with great service. Words fail me to describe just how good Rob and his entire team were for this amazing day/weekend! Call 01433 424110 to speak to our events planner. The Thai curry and the Katsu curry were full of flavour and the Sunday roasts were both generous and delicious. Last week my husband and I went to the Maynard to celebrate our second wedding anniversary (we got married there) and had a wonderful time! The welcome was so warm, even for our boisterous dog, and the food terrific. The decor is smart and modern, we ate inside as it was raining but the garden also looked good with plenty of seating. The handmade Brisket and Cheese Burger was one of the nicest I have had for a while. East Yorkshire. Breakfast was excellent. I called to arrange for a bottle of wine to be put in my daughters room on her arrival for her birthday. The Maynard is in a lovely setting & we cant wait to return again. Eccellente restaurant both for breakfast and dinner. I cannot say that I have been before but I have driven past a good few times, I had seen the place advertised on Instagram and I thought it looked amazing so as I had planned a day out for a walk and paddle at Padley Gorge I thought there would be no better way to start the day than a good breakfast. Such a wonderful setting. The views across the valley are spectacular with a lovely terrace if the weather is warm. For 200 character minimum review requirement not much more to say beyond we had an enjoyable evening with good food and staff very helpful. Breathtaking views Special shout out today to Kirsty but prior to this just so many super people. Highly recommend. Our 2 night stay with family, was excellent. Staff fantastic. Big thank you to our waitresses Kate and Abi very personable and efficient service. This was our second time visiting the Maynard for a meal and both times have been fantastic. I cannot wait to visit again! It was the first time weve been to The Maynard (newly revamped) and we will definitely be returning. A lovely meal beautifully presented.