Welcome to the Kings Head public house in the charming Derbyshire village of Bonsall, with Cromford and Matlock Bath being a mere stones throw away.
Diamond-leaded windows, thick weathered stone mullions and the mellowed stone stucture is the cosy and homely King's Head and indicate the pub's great age.
Local word says that it was opened on the day King Charles I was executed in January 1649, although a more reliable date is the 1677 included in the structure.
Inside are the Yeomans Bar and the Kings Lounge, both full of atmosphere. Expect darkwood panelling, glowing wood-burning stoves in the winter, old benches and pews, a wealth of porcelaine and china and scrubbed tables topped with candles.
Don't forget tip-top ales from Bateman's Brewery Wainfleet.
The pub stands in the tiny market square next to the remarkable stepped Market Cross, the tallest in Derbyshire.
The first innkeeper, John Abell carved his name on a wooden beam when his first son was born all those years ago. This beam can still be found just inside the entrance to the pub.
John Abell was the first of many generations of Abells to be landlords of the Kings Head. It has been owned by a number of breweries - Strettons (taken over 1927), Ind Coope, Allsop and Ansells (in the 1980s). The pub was then acquired by Bateman's Brewery in 1999. Brian and Winnie have been running the pub now since 2001.
IN THE LOCAL AREA
The small village of Bonsall is situated at the heart of the Derbyshire Dales, on the edge of the Peak District National Park, approx 4 miles from Matlock and Matlock Bath and just up the hill from Cromford. Bonsall is in the Domesday Book, with its history dating back to Roman times. This is a former lead mining and textile producing village which is renowned for the cross outside the pub and the beautiful views. The nearby county town of Matlock provides an array of shops and at the heart of the town, Hall Leys Park offers boating and there is also a children's play area. Discover The Heights of Abraham by cable car, the shops at Arkwright's Cromford Mill, or spend an exhilarating day out at the magnificent childrens theme park of Gulliver's Kingdom. With the historic market town of Bakewell, Haddon Hall and Chatsworth House and Park within easy touring distance, there's plenty to see and do.
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GOOD FOOD AT GREAT PRICES
Look to the menu for steak and ale pie and other traditional dishes, including a vegitarian option and a choice of fish dishes. There is also an excellent range of steaks cooked to your liking and a massive mixed grill.
The chalk board features a variety of daily specials.
Don't forget that we also do the Traditional Sunday Roast every Sunday.
Hill walkers and dogs are always most welcome, BUT PLEASE no boots or dogs in the carpeted Lounge area. We are very easy to find as you pass by the front of the pub on foot following the Lime Stone Way. Inside the pub you will find numerous books and folders with information about local walks and Bonsall history. Have a browse through them over a hot or cold drink or two, before you then continue on with your walk in either direction.
We serve tea, hot choc and also a good selection of coffees daily.
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SATURDAY IS LIVE MUSIC NIGHT
Check at the pub for this weeks artist.
We also have our very popular Karaoke night.
Held on the last Saturday of the month.
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Sunday night is QUIZ NIGHT.
With a £100 CASH JACKPOT weekly draw.
Be Warned! You have to come early to ensure you get a table.
Quiz starts at 9pm.
Please keep an eye out for events like our recent Beer Festival, auction nights and charity evenings. |
Our daily day time opening hours do vary with the winter/summer months and we suggest that you please either check the hours of opening board displayed in the window or just simply telephone us if you are planning a special trip over to the village to visit us.
PLEASE DO NOTE: We are CLOSED every Monday Lunch with the exception of a Bank Holiday.
We can cater for all your buffets and party needs, please ring us for full details and some great prices.
Thank you to those who attended the 5th Beer Festival a few weeks ago.
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Free Car parking for our customers is available on our adjacent Pub car park or there is plenty of on street parking around the village if you are visiting the carnival, open gardens, well dressing and other village events.
If you do require a local bed and breakfast or even a holiday cottage then we can happily point you in the right direction in the village.
Please make all Bookings, enquiries and table reservations by telephone on 01629 822703 asking for Winnie or Brian or even call in at the pub when we are open.
Thank you for taking the time to look at the web site and see you soon.
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Picture Gallery (click on an image to enlarge) |
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