In a ‘marvellous Derbyshire Dales setting’, supporters of James Moffett’s rustic, laid-back hotel find much to like: ‘a warm welcome’, ‘decent home-cooked dinners’, ‘quiet, comfortable rooms’. It may not be to all tastes. ‘A curious place’ – ‘slightly chaotic’, some say – ‘it has undeniable charm, despite the odd niggle.’ Simple bedrooms are spread out across the rambling property. ‘In winter, our spacious, nicely appointed top-floor room was chilly when we arrived, but it quickly warmed up. There was a chaise longue to relax on; masses of hot water in the small, recently refurbished bathroom. Good to have fresh milk in the fridge, too.’ Complimentary aperitifs are served before a ‘fine, if unexciting’ country dinner (‘rather too efficiently served’ between 6.30 pm and 8 pm) – perhaps a ‘tasty salad of sweet tomatoes; tender braised beef’. In the morning, help yourself to ‘a good selection’ of yogurt, fruit and cereals. ‘The self-service hot buffet didn’t appeal, but our special order of scrambled eggs and smoked salmon was freshly prepared.’ A walker’s heaven – hills and dales are all around; ‘we were offered a free picnic lunch – a nice touch’. (Peter Anderson, Sara Price, and others)