Quick info
About The Farmacy Real Ale Bar
The Farmacy Real Ale Bar is a micro pub at 76 Smedley St in Matlock, found up a steep hill that visitors reach on foot. The bar brews its own beer, including Raven Stout, so some of what a drinker can order is made by the pub itself. Real ale is served on the handles, with pale ales among the choices. Beers from Artisan Ales also appear alongside the house brews. Anyone heading there should expect a walk uphill from Matlock before the first pint.
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention real ale selection, house-brewed ales, Raven Stout and hill walk from Matlock.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention real ale selection, house-brewed ales, Raven Stout and hill walk from Matlock.
Featured reviews
- Kyle Dixon
“Lovely spot for a pint of draught in Buxton. Good tap selection with fresh casks on the handles. Really enjoyed the stop in on a Visit from Canada. Also, if you're the quirky sort, you'll love the decor... I did.”
- Clive Penfold
“Up the steep hill out of Matlock. Great atmosphere, good beers from Artisan Ales. Highly recommend.”
- Danny Shadbolt
“I can safely say. As a customer and somebody who used to work here. It's everything you want if your an ale drinking. I've obviously been in their cellar ect, I know the standards. You will have a nice pint here. Basically a showroom for …”
- g t
“Lovely micro pub ran by a friendly lady who served me. Good selection of ale. I had a couple of pale ales and a stout or ruby one. They brew their own too so fair play. Lovely vibe inside and I got chatting to some friendly locals. Worth the walk up the hill. Recommended 🍻”
- Steve Rogers
“Found this after an epic walk up a hill from Matlock because someone recommended it. Did not disappoint, great beer selection if you like real ale - The Raven Stout was so drinkable. Prices are very good. This will now be a regular haunt when I come to Matlock. Loved it.”
Hours
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Customer Review Summary
Reviewers single out the real ale selection, with the Raven Stout described as very drinkable and pale ales and a ruby ale also mentioned. Beers from Artisan Ales and the pub's own brew get a nod, along with fresh casks on the handles. Several mention the climb up the hill from Matlock, friendly locals, a friendly woman serving, and quirky decor, and one calls prices very good.
Amenities
- Alcohol
- Restroom
- Beer
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- Facilities· 3
- Hard liquor
- Wine
- Great beer selection
Location
Bars near The Farmacy Real Ale Bar
- The Newsroom4.83040 mi£1–30Wheelchair accessible
beer selection, cask and keg ales, canned and bottled beers
- The Thorn Tree Inn4.74370.2 mi£1–10ReservationsOutdoor seating
scenic views, well kept ales, friendly owner
- The Sycamore Inn4.73970.3 mi£10–20ReservationsOutdoor seatingGood for kids
homemade pies, sunday roast, steak and ale pie
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Farmacy Real Ale Bar | 4.8280 | — | £10–20 | real ale selection, house-brewed ales, Raven Stout |
| The NewsroomWheelchair accessible | 4.8304 | 0 mi | £1–30 | beer selection, cask and keg ales, canned and bottled beers |
| The Thorn Tree InnReservations · Outdoor seating | 4.7437 | 0.2 mi | £1–10 | scenic views, well kept ales, friendly owner |
| The Sycamore InnReservations · Outdoor seating · Good for kids | 4.7397 | 0.3 mi | £10–20 | homemade pies, sunday roast, steak and ale pie |
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