It looks as though almost everyone is commenting about the food and drink at the Royal Oak, and I had neither of those! I was actually backpacking for a couple of days in the area and the pub seemed like the ideal place to stay overnight. In fact, it was the ONLY place I could stay. Apart from the pub... More

We love the food at this pub. The menu is extensive and the quality of food is exceptional. We have eaten here many times and have never been disappointed with the food. The portions are large (too large really!) which means I rarely have dessert which is a shame as they look so lovely. There is also a good choice... More

Found this by chance and welcomed the opportunity to warm up by a real fire. Extensive menu- more veggie choice would have been good, though. Enjoyed our lunch and the environment and would recommend.

After having read so many good reviews & after being recommended by locals we decided to visit the Royal Oak pub for dinner. As we had our two dogs with us we asked them if it was ok to bring them in whilst we had a drink and dinner and they said it was fine. We went to the bar... More

The Royal Oak has clearly got it right based on all the positive reviews, and I can only add to these. The menu is huge, only to be matched by the size of the portions. It is all very well cooked though and I can't see how anyone could have any complaints about eating here. The service is great and... More

We wanted a decent place to stop for lunch on our way to Buxton. After some internet research it was clear that the Royal Oak at Hurdlow was the place to visit. We arrived at 1 pm when the pub was absolutely full, but were promised a table as soon as one became available and were more than happy to... More

Wow ! What a find ! We have paid two recent visits to the Royal Oak having being recommended by a local, who we can't thank enough. Each of our experiences have been absolutely wonderful. The welcome on arrival is so warm and genuine. The food is to die for. Such a choice of menu. Excellent quality food, well presented... More

We ate here during the week and came away very satisfied. The beef and stilton pie is to die for and the huge amount meant that I could enjoy what I couldnt manage at the time at home the next evening, delicious! We send many B and B guests to the Royal Oak and I have never had a murmur... More

We decided to have lunch at the Royal Oak as the previous day when we drove past we noticed that the car park was full and therefore boded well for a good meal. We were not disappointed. The welcome was warm as was the fire. The menu extensive which is not always a good thing I know but in this... More