– A Note from Rob

It’s almost four weeks since we have been allowed to reopen and I’ve finally had a spare minute to let you know what we’ve been up to in lockdown and beyond at The Maynard.

Let me start off by saying hello. If we haven’t met before, I’m Rob Hattersley and I am the managing director here at The Maynard. I took over the place in late 2019, refurbished the much loved Maynard hotel, restaurant and wedding venue and opened in February 2020. We knew that tight timescales to get reopened in time would be a challenge but never in my wildest dreams did I, or the rest of the world, think a pandemic would be on the horizon. 

Not to be beaten or deterred, we used the lockdown period to fast track some refurbishments that had been planned for later this year and next. 

We have now refurbished all 10 of the original bedrooms to bring them in line with the new bridal suite and additional bedroom we created from a disused function room before opening. Both the toilets in the wedding space and the toilets in public areas have been modernised and we’ve totally transformed all of the outdoor spaces including the private wedding garden.

Lockdown allowed us to provide an exceptional takeaway service with themed menus each week which surprised and delighted local diners. Our takeaway service has continued with anyone shielding or those looking to enjoy delicious flavoursome food being able to do so at home. Highlights of our takeaway service in lockdown included making and delivering over 400 afternoon teas on the weekend that celebrated VE Day. We loved creating such a culinary celebration to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of WW2. (Even getting up at 5am in the morning to hand make our scones!) 

We’ve been back open for almost four weeks and it has been wonderful to welcome an array of guests to The Maynard. From hotel guests looking for a luxurious and idyllic country escape to those dressed to the nines marking a belated celebration. 

We’ve welcomed people for their first post-pandemic pint in our beer garden, fed weary walkers and their well behaved pooches and filled The Maynard with life and laughter. It has been glorious.

Talking of glorious, with the heatwave set to descend on the UK from this weekend, it is the perfect time to join us in our restaurant, bar or gardens and sample the intriguing and exciting flavoursome dishes that myself and head chef, Adrian, have worked hard to perfect.

Don’t forget – every Sunday we have live music for you from 2-4pm.

Eat Out to Help Out – Join Us

Due to government guidelines we are unable to host any wedding fayres at this time. We are always available to give you a private tour of our beautiful rural wedding venue in Derbyshire.

Our wedding and events manager, Soraya Ferrer, will expertly guide you at a social distance to see The Maynard for yourself. 

However you have envisaged your wedding day – from an intimate celebration to a lavish dinner and dance, The Maynard is a unique and stylish choice for your most precious memorable wedding day.

Set in the Hope Valley in the heart of the Peak District, The Maynard has spectacular views making it the perfect natural backdrop for your nuptials.

If you have been to The Maynard in the past, we strongly urge you to visit again and see the newly renovated Chatsworth Suite. 

Our exclusive wedding space has been restored and reinvigorated to inject modern elegance with rustic charm for a sophisticated yet comforting homely feel.

The Maynard is a perfect choice for the modern couple who love a touch of splendour coupled with exceptional locally sourced food and drink, striking decor and beautiful private gardens to create a wedding day that is unique to you. 

We are licensed to hold civil wedding ceremonies and civil partnerships for up to 130 day guests and 200 evening guests. 

To arrange a viewing of the exclusive wedding space at The Maynard, please contact Soraya Ferrer on 01433 424110.01433 424110 

That rounds up my update for July.

Thank you so much for popping along and dining or drinking with us.

We hope to see you this August as you enjoy more at The Maynard and take advantage of the Eat Out to Help Out scheme.

All the best,433 424110 

Rob Hattersley – Managing Director, The Maynard