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 private bathrooms 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 located 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 in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

  • Free private parking


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
or
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jonathan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Food was exceptional as were the staff. Room was perfect. Very comfortable room and surroundings.
  • Graham
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great service, excellent food in the pub and an enormous comfortable room. We would come here again if we need to stay in the area. Good vegetarian choice on the menu and for breakfast.
  • Elizabeth
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff service was outstanding, location amazing. Staff so accommodating, made the stay exceptional.
  • Siobhan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really cosy country pub in beautiful Derbyshire countryside. The staff were extremely welcoming and helpful and the room was spacious and very clean. Good choice of tasty pub food and exceptionally well kept real ale.
  • Gemma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Service was friendly and personable, room was comfortable and food options were great.
  • Sheila
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful old country inn with comfortable, well equipped rooms.
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    All fine. Nice staff. Excellent parking. Decent WiFi.
  • Michaela
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Our room with the poster bed was very comfortable, with lovely ensuite. The Breakfast choice was great.
  • Mitchell
    United Kingdom 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 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

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
  • The Staff of Life
    • Cuisine
      British
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

House rules

The Staff Of Life takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 9 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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