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The Dog & Partridge Country Inn

The Dog & Partridge Country Inn

Town End Lane, Swinscoe, Ashbourne, DE6 2HS, United Kingdom

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Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

The Dog & Partridge Country Inn

The Dog & Partridge Country Inn is a three-star inn located in Ashbourne, United Kingdom. Its address is Town End Lane, Swinscoe, and it sits about 3mi from the city center, offering a charming countryside base for travelers.

Featured amenities include a restaurant, free Wifi, and private on-site parking. Pet-friendly with extra charges, the inn welcomes four-legged companions. Also available are room service, meeting/banquet facilities (extra charges), a bar, sun deck, private entrance, terrace, non-smoking rooms, and free toiletries with a bathtub. On-site parking is free, and a garden, picnic area, playground, and kids' meals (extra charges) provide options for families.

With 723 reviews, the inn enjoys plenty of feedback from travelers.

After a day of countryside wandering, dining options are ready to delight. The on-site Restaurant #1 serves British, Local, International, and European cuisines, offering a tasty waypoint for every appetite. A welcoming bar invites relaxed evenings, while the sun deck and terrace provide al fresco spots to enjoy a drink or a bite. For guests seeking privacy, a private entrance and non-smoking rooms are available, and en-suite amenities include free toiletries with a bathtub.

Accommodation choices range from intimate Classic Twin and Standard Single to larger configurations ideal for families or groups. The Standard, 2 Twin layout measures about 258 square feet and features two twin beds for two adults and a child; the Standard Family with a bunk bed accommodates up to eight adults and four children. For extended stays, Suite options include a 431-square-foot 2-Bedroom layout with a bunk bed and two doubles, or a 517-square-foot Family Suite with a king bed plus bunk beds; other suites offer multiple double-bed arrangements to suit different party sizes.

With a countryside setting near Ashbourne, this inn makes a cheerful base for travelers, couples, and families alike. Pets are welcome on request with extra charges, and there are family-friendly touches like a garden, picnic area, and playground nearby. Free on-site parking makes arrivals hassle-free, and additional conveniences such as room service and meeting/banquet facilities (extra charges) add flexibility for special occasions or business trips.

Closest airports

East Midlands Airport

24mi

Manchester Airport

29.8mi

Birmingham Airport

39.9mi

Liverpool Airport

48.3mi

Leeds Bradford International Airport

58.1mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Playground

Picnic area

Garden

Bathtub

Free toiletries

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Rooms

Standard Twin Room in The Dog & Partridge Country Inn

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Standard, 2 Twin Beds

2 Twin Beds

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

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Offering free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The twin/double room offers a private entrance, Smartphone, a wardrobe, an electric kettle and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 2 beds.

Two-Bedroom Suite in The Dog & Partridge Country Inn

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Suite, 2 Bedroom

1 Bunk Bed

2 Double Beds

430 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

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Private entrance

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Boasting a private entrance, this suite also includes 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. The suite offers Smartphone, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, a carpeted floor, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 3 beds.

Standard Family Room for 3 people in The Dog & Partridge Country Inn

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Standard Family

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

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Family Room featuring a double bed and adult-size bunk beds. Includes an private bathroom, a TV/DVD player with Freeview channels, and tea and coffee-making facilities.

Standard Double Room in The Dog & Partridge Country Inn

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Standard Room

1 Double Bed

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

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Single Room with a double bed, an private bathroom, a TV/DVD player with Freeview channels, and tea and coffee-making facilities.

Family Suite in The Dog & Partridge Country Inn

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Family Suite

1 King Size Bed

3 Bunk Beds

515 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

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The spacious family room provides a private entrance, Smartphone, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The family room features carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a sofa. The unit offers 4 beds.

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Standard Family, Triple

260 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Tea/Coffee maker

Wheelchair accessible

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Family Room with an private bathroom, a TV/DVD player with Freeview channels, and tea and coffee-making facilities.

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Standard, 1 Bed

260 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Wheelchair accessible

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Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. The double room features a private entrance, Smartphone, a wardrobe, an electric kettle, as well as a flat-screen TV. The unit has 1 bed.

Standard Single Room in The Dog & Partridge Country Inn

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Standard, Single

1 Twin Bed

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

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Standard Family Room for 3 people in The Dog & Partridge Country Inn

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Family, Single Use

1 Twin Bed

1 Double Bed

260 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Private entrance

Flat-screen TV

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Classic, Twin

1 Twin Bed

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Standard Family, Bunk

1 Bunk Bed

x8

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Suite, 2 Double Beds

2 Double Beds

x8

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Guest reviews

8.1

723 reviews

Categories of assessments

Cleanliness

Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Jessica

10

July 2025

We stayed here overnight before heading to Alton towers and it was amazing! We had such a good time with our two young children. The staff were lovely, the family room was great and the bed was super comfy! 😊 Dinner and breakfast were delicious especially the pancakes, there was also a continental breakfast which was amazing and had such a good variety. We also opted for a pre packed lunch to bring to Alton towers which was very good value for money. Again the sandwiches were delicious and there was such a wee selection in the lunches. The pork pies were stunning- would highly recommend this place and in fact we are hoping to book again to see the surrounding area! Thanks for a lovely stay and a fabulous night's sleep! 😊

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Pamela

9.1

June 2023

Our room was a comfortable chalet, with a quality bed, a newly fitted out bathroom and ample hot water. A particularly convenient feature was that between 2 chalets there was a carport with an allocated parking space for each chalet. Continental breakfast was included in our room price, and what a splendid spread there was! Cereals, pastries, meats ,cheeses,yoghurts, fruits, jams and spreads. The table was constantly replenished by friendly, hardworking staff. The service and choice at dinner was equally good.

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Helen

9.1

November 2024

Food was, as last time we stayed 5 years ago, fantastic. We had dinner and breakfast, both excellent and with a great deal of choice. The room wasn't much to look at from outside but once inside, it was warm and comfortable and scrupulously clean. The wifi worked well (and I didn't need to input a password, so that hasn't changed in 5 years either!) 10 minutes drive from Alton Towers, and lovely country air. You can't beat the location. We were at A.T. as it opened, and got on latest attraction Nemesis Reborn with a minimal queue.

Breakfast waiter seemed a little ponderous and not altogether with it, but perhaps he was still learning the ropes. I can't think of anything else that wasn't 100% good.

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Annette

9.1

September 2024

The staff were very friendly and helpful. I booked and paid for a single person and was given a generous double room with all that I needed for a very comfortable stay. It was great to have undercover parking, and the positioning of the wardrobe (with water heater inside it) in the front vestibule of the unit was perfect for any one who'd been out in the wet and wanted to get their clothing etc dry. The restaurant was attractive, with a beautiful conservatory and garden area.

The step up into the unit was a bit awkward, and the room smelled a little musty - however I had not booked in advance, so they would not have had time to air it prior to my arrival and that probably explains that issue.

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Steven

9.1

February 2025

Comfortable pub with spacious chalets in the grounds. Easy to find on a busy A road. Warm welcome. Friendly hosts. Excellent, generously portioned dinner and breakfast. Decent beers and wine. Pretty much everything we wanted from an overnight stay. And it’s dog friendly (with a supplement to pay).

Very little to be fair and honest. I found the chalet floor to be really cold despite good carpeting, a decent room heater and other soft furnishings. It was 0 degrees outside though. My wife had a pair of slippers and had no complaints!

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Andrew

10

August 2024

Everything! The warm welcome you recieve upon arrival is fantastic! You are made to feel like family and you are very much looked after from the moment you check in! The effort all the staff put into making your stay a memorable one, is second to none!. I have stayed in fair amount of hotels and b&b's over the years, The Dog & Partridge is by far the friendliest place i have ever stayed. You will not be dissapointed whatsoever. The food is fantastic with a wide range of dishes on the menu. Nothing is to much trouble. Many thanks I will certainly be back! Andrew Austin.

Nothing!!!!!

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Katie

8.2

August 2024

Staff were lovely, setting is beautiful, nice old fashioned inn. Rooms were comfortable.

Rooms are a little dated, tv often went "on the bink" meaning having to retune often. Breakfast was continental, which was lovely, but any thing cooked came at extra cost not mentioned at time of booking! With 2 hungry growing sons they needed a decent cooked Breakfast, think this should have been said on the advert not just breakfast included as stated. Also dogs are an extra charge which also wasn't mentioned, so did bump the final bill up considerably.

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Carolyn

9.1

July 2024

Lovely pub, full of character. Warm welcome when we arrived and a nice lunch. Everywhere was spotlessly clean and the evening meals we had were delicious. Best continental buffet breakfast we have ever seen! Didn’t try the hot breakfast but I am sure that would have been just as good. The room was clean and well equipped and we slept well in a comfortable bed. All of the staff were friendly and helpful - a huge thank you to Charlie for looking after us so well in the restaurant. We have discovered a gem and will definitely return.

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Carly

9.1

April 2024

Lovely little inn, cosy warm and inviting. Lovely host to meet us on arrival. Our room was lovely, clean, good size and had the most amazing view from the patio doors. Lovely little play area with chickens and rabbits for children. Lovely breakfast. Great location for alton towers. We will definitely be staying again and bringing the grandkids to enjoy the outside in the summer

Not much we didn't like. Only that we didn't realise the breakfast included was only continental, not sure if I missed that before booking. You can upgrade to hot breakfast if you wish. Location is great for alton towers but there's nothing much nearby. We went on a bit of a hunt for a pub to watch football but you can just stay onsite and have food the menu looked lovely. It wouldn't deter us from staying again.

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Kim

8.2

May 2024

Loved eating my meals in the conservatory. Such a pleasant room in sunshine and rain and I enjoyed all my meals there. The staff were all lovely and helpful. Lots of breakfast choices and an extensive menu for dinner.

Mattress was too hard for me and the quilt was too thick/hot so I folded the quilt into a skinny mattress topper and used my shawl as a blanket and everything was fine. Never did figure out how to turn on the bathroom fan so I just opened the window. Maybe label the switches?

Points of Interest Around The Dog & Partridge Country Inn

Attractions

Alton Towers

4.6mi

Haddon Hall

13mi

Chatsworth House

15.7mi

Peak District National Park

21.5mi

Drayton Manor

29.1mi

Restaurants

Restaurant #1

Cuisines

  • British
  • Local
  • International
  • European

Amenities of The Dog & Partridge Country Inn

Restaurant

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Room service

Bar

Sun deck

Private entrance

Parking On Site

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Playground

Picnic area

Garden

Bathtub

Free toiletries

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Stay rules - The Dog & Partridge Country Inn

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property