About this property
Located in the heart of Ticknall, The Staff of Life is a welcoming 4-star country inn, housed in a Grade II Listed building, south of Derby. Rooms are stylishly decorated with en suite facilities and many have original features. Some of the rooms have a large plasma-screen TV. Free wireless broadband is available in all of the rooms. Ticknall is a picturesque village situated in Derbyshire. Just 10 minutes walk from The Staff of Life are the historic grounds of Calke Park, often hosting concerts and events. The Staff of Life offers traditional food in a warm pub atmosphere, using locally sourced produce wherever possible.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
Mitchell
United Kingdom“The staff were lovely and hard working, couldn't do enough for you. Food was great and the breakfast was awesome. Quiet and peaceful”
Sara
Italy“We loved everything! We had a warm welcome from the owner. Rooms are clean and huge. Food is delicious. Ticknall is lovely, quaint and peaceful”- Ian United Kingdom“Room was very nice food was fantastic, I did not have breakfast as I had to leave before it was served but they made bacon sandwich and a hot drink for me to take with me, I found that a great touch by them 😊”
- Patrikc
Belgium“I found the tea making facilities to be the best I've seen for several years. The room was provided with a plug in air conditioner (which we didn't use). A stand up shower (i.e. not a shower in a bath). Breakfast in the bar was attractively...” - Karon United Kingdom“Country pub, nice beer garden at back. Excellent price for mid week b and b. Not far from major road network. Quiet at night though some traffic from 7 onwards. Food was standard pub classics but well done and priced. Good wine and beer selection....”
- Valian
United States“Service was excellent and accommodating! Friendly and helpful and readily available. Food was delicious and well prepared, great ale!” - Duncan United Kingdom“Room was stunning. Breakfast is plentiful and tasty. Early check in at 2pm is great. Perfect location for Calke Abbey events. Had lunch there as well which was very nice and excellent value.”
- Luck United Kingdom“Nice warm welcome by staff, who were very attentive. Pub is located in a lovely area. The room was nice and clean. Good selection of beers and the food was excellent. Great breakfast in the morning.”
- Paul United Kingdom“The room was exactly as we'd asked for. The bed was nice and comfortable and the room was very clean with good facilities. It was all as described in Bookings.com, with no nasty surprises. The breakfast was in the pub and was lovely; setting us...”
- Kevin United Kingdom“Breakfast was typically English with choices. Staff were very polite and helpful. Big thanks to Jane.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- The Staff of Life
- CuisineBritish
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly • Traditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 9 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
