The Old Smithy - Monyash - Derbyshire
http://www.aboutnottinghamshire.co.uk/
This delightful little eatery is situated in the former village blacksmiths with over 250 years of history. It opened on Good Friday 1992, and I can't believe I've only just found it!
As expected, it's small and cramped - you certainly get to know your neighbours, but I really like that! They serve a surprisingly large range of food and drink, including their famous 'Smithy's Breakfast' (bacon, sausage, egg, oatcake, mushroom, toast, tomatoes and beans!!). They also serve a range of speciality teas and freshly ground coffee, served by the cup, mug, pot or even PINT - which they describe as 'perfect for the thirsty walker or cold cyclist'!
I settled for a smaller snack in the snug back room, and although the service is a little slow, it was huge meal that I thoroughly enjoyed. Further down the long table a delightful couple arrived who had been to the Smithy for breakfast, then gone on a walk through delightful Lathkill Dale. (See my previous blog) Now they thought it was time to treat themselves to desert, and somewhat to their surprise I asked if I could photograph it for my blog! How delicious it looked - pity I was too full to have some!
I always love places that support the local community, and that's certainly the case with The Old Smithy. Bakewell Pudding Shop daily supplies all the fresh rolls, cakes and panini's, whilst fresh fruit and veggies come from Tomson of Buxton. Even the ice cream is local, being from award winning Smiths Creamland Ices at nearby Clay Cross, whilst meat arrives from Redferns Farm Shop who are at Harpur Hill, Buxton. They must get through a vast number of eggs, and these are free range from Rowsley Bar near Bakewell, with coffee from Arden Coffee, a local family run coffee roasters. As if that wasn't enough even the real ale is local, being brewed at Peak Ales on the Chatsworth estate.
Their web site sums up their philosophy perfectly.
"Here at The Old Smithy we truly do cater for everyone, whether you are a small family wanting afternoon teas and cakes, a hungry walker needing a full meal, a worn out cyclist needing refreshment or simply just a group of friends wanting coffee and a chat. The Old Smithy welcomes you all'
Isn't that nice? Now I can't wait to go back, and this time I might even have a full 'Smithy's Breakfast"!
This delightful little eatery is situated in the former village blacksmiths with over 250 years of history. It opened on Good Friday 1992, and I can't believe I've only just found it!As expected, it's small and cramped - you certainly get to know your neighbours, but I really like that! They serve a surprisingly large range of food and drink, including their famous 'Smithy's Breakfast' (bacon, sausage, egg, oatcake, mushroom, toast, tomatoes and beans!!). They also serve a range of speciality teas and freshly ground coffee, served by the cup, mug, pot or even PINT - which they describe as 'perfect for the thirsty walker or cold cyclist'!
I settled for a smaller snack in the snug back room, and although the service is a little slow, it was huge meal that I thoroughly enjoyed. Further down the long table a delightful couple arrived who had been to the Smithy for breakfast, then gone on a walk through delightful Lathkill Dale. (See my previous blog) Now they thought it was time to treat themselves to desert, and somewhat to their surprise I asked if I could photograph it for my blog! How delicious it looked - pity I was too full to have some!
I always love places that support the local community, and that's certainly the case with The Old Smithy. Bakewell Pudding Shop daily supplies all the fresh rolls, cakes and panini's, whilst fresh fruit and veggies come from Tomson of Buxton. Even the ice cream is local, being from award winning Smiths Creamland Ices at nearby Clay Cross, whilst meat arrives from Redferns Farm Shop who are at Harpur Hill, Buxton. They must get through a vast number of eggs, and these are free range from Rowsley Bar near Bakewell, with coffee from Arden Coffee, a local family run coffee roasters. As if that wasn't enough even the real ale is local, being brewed at Peak Ales on the Chatsworth estate.Their web site sums up their philosophy perfectly.
"Here at The Old Smithy we truly do cater for everyone, whether you are a small family wanting afternoon teas and cakes, a hungry walker needing a full meal, a worn out cyclist needing refreshment or simply just a group of friends wanting coffee and a chat. The Old Smithy welcomes you all'
Isn't that nice? Now I can't wait to go back, and this time I might even have a full 'Smithy's Breakfast"!
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