The Dog and Partridge Country Inn

3.0 star property
Family-friendly 3-star inn with free WiFi

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Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Terrace/patio
Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior detail
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Swinscoe, Ashbourne, England, DE6 2HS
  • Place, The Regent Theatre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ilam Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Peak District National Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, East Midlands (EMA)
    ‪51 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 388 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Suite

  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Suite 12

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Suite 25/26

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Ashbourne

In Ashbourne .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Ashbourne inn, you'll find The Regent Theatre and Ilam Park. Peak District National Park and Saint Oswald's Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • The Regent Theatre - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Ilam Park - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Pipes in The Peaks - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Peak District National Park - 10 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Alton Towers - 11 min drive - 8.2 miles

Getting around

  • Tutbury & Hatton Station - 23 min drive
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Old Dog - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dog & Partridge Country Inn - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Smiths Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Birds - ‬7 min drive

About this property

The Dog and Partridge Country Inn

Family-friendly 3-star inn with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly The Dog and Partridge Country Inn. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Ashbourne inn is smoke free.

  • 30 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
The Dog and Partridge Country Inn offers 30 accommodations with DVD players and coffee/tea makers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Baby toys
  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • DVD player
  • High chair
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 3 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 30.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Dog and Partridge Country Inn to the airport?

The Dog and Partridge Country Inn is 36.9 mi (57-min drive) away from the East Midlands Airport (EMA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Dog and Partridge Country Inn?

As of Dec 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Dog and Partridge Country Inn on Dec 9, 2025 start from $100.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Dog and Partridge Country Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Dog and Partridge Country Inn.

Does The Dog and Partridge Country Inn offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Dog and Partridge Country Inn, but English breakfast is offered for a fee of GBP 15 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM and weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The Dog and Partridge Country Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Dog and Partridge Country Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Dog and Partridge Country Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Dog and Partridge Country Inn have a pool?

The Dog and Partridge Country Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Dog and Partridge Country Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Dog and Partridge Country Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Dog and Partridge Country Inn to downtown Ashbourne?

The Dog and Partridge Country Inn is 0.1 mi away from Swinscoe.

Reviews

The Dog and Partridge Country Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 266 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 266 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 36 out of 266 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 266 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 266 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to stay, close to where we needed to be. Lovely selection with a choice that caters for all tastes.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely settings very friendly and helpful staff and food was delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Alice

The property was suitable for a small family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malgorzata

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The establishment and its personnel are truly delightful, and the cuisine was exceptionally tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vignesh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was situated at a calm and quite, serene space. The only problem with the property was they did not provide essential toiletries like toothbrush or toothpaste inside the stay, the only option was to buy the products from them at reception.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rubay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Alton towers

We loved our stay here after a day out out at Alton towers.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kath

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Family trip to Alton Towers

Comfy clean accommodation. A bit dated but well worth the cost. Big bright room with a small bunk room which between them accommodated myself & 6 grandchildren between the ages of 10 & 14 whilst we had a couple of days at Alton Towers. We all loved the food and the portions were good. They were safe playing in the park outside the back of the restaurant. The staff were all really friendly and spent time chatting to the kids even though they were pretty lively at times.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shaun

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Peter

Business traveler
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Not a hotel, not very flexible

Lets get it straight, this is not a hotel, its a pub with a collection of ugly cabins, with bed & bunkbeds in, the bathroom is a compact set up, not easy for the toilet or shower, the windows were odd and the curtains torn, I was in billet 21 and by parking in ‘my’ parking spot I blocked the entrance to number 20, the reception although polite is not very friendly, and their flexibility is non-existent We returned to the pub/hotel at 10:30 hoping for a drink and the bar was closed, with the bar staff leaving, at breakfast I was given a menu which was ceremonially taken of me and a replacement at twice the price given - as I was room only.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Food was delicious, staff were excellent, playground was fun and the beds were very comfy. Great location for Alton towers too
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fab!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gemma

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Ideal location if visiting Alton towers, owner’s really lovely and welcoming. Breakfast isn’t as good as it used to be and the young blonde girl serving was really rude (she may just not be a morning person)
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elzbieta

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and friendly
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely Countryside Stay with a Few Downsides I recently stayed at the Dog and Partridge Country Inn and really enjoyed the overall experience. The location is beautiful—surrounded by greenery, peaceful, and perfect for a countryside escape. The staff were very friendly and welcoming, and the whole place felt safe and quiet. The food was good, though a little on the pricey side. Still, it added to the nice atmosphere. There were just a couple of downsides for me. The bed was very uncomfortable, sinking in the middle, and I left with back pain. Also, if you’re bringing your dog, there’s a £20 charge per day, which felt a bit steep. Would I go back? Absolutely yes! Just crossing my fingers for a firmer mattress next time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with the old main building
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for one night while visiting Alton Towers, and it was ideal. The room was very clean, and the staff were both friendly and helpful. We had dinner at the on-site restaurant, which was delicious—just what we needed after a long day. They also offer a kids’ menu, which was a great touch. Breakfast was just as enjoyable, with a well-organised buffet offering plenty of options. There’s also the option to upgrade to a hot breakfast at a very reasonable price. The room had everything we needed for a comfortable short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet & Comfortable

Lovely quain pub for meals & drinks hosts & staff were excellent & very helpful. Restaurant & bar had a great choice & reasonably priced. Rooms were small chalet stule adjacent to the pub, comfortable with parking adjacent to the challet making it easy. Will certainly use again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025