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Yahoo
27-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Derbyshire restaurant loved by Louis Theroux fending off some of the UK's fanciest in national competition
A fancy Peak District restaurant recently visited by Louis Theroux is well and truly putting little old Derbyshire on the map as it looks to fend off some of the biggest names in the restaurant scene. It comes after Deacon's Bank, a stunningly restored bank in Chapel-en-le-Frith, was named as a finalist for 'Restaurant of the Year' at the national British Restaurant Awards. It joins the famed Ritz in Mayfair, The Ledbury in Notting Hill, Azzurra in Chelsea and Happy Bar and Grill in Soho, as well as fellow Northerners at Moor Hall in Lancashire and the Three Chimneys on the Isle of Skye. It is the sixth edition of the awards and looks to shine a spotlight on the UK's best restaurants and food vendors across the UK, with categories including best new restaurant, best chef, best luxury restaurant and best hospitality team - among many more. Nestled on Market Street in Chapel-en-le-Frith, and just over an hour's drive from Derby, the restaurant is housed in a majestic Grade II-listed building that stood empty for four years before being transformed into Deacon's Bank. Although only opening in 2023, the restaurant quickly gained recognition, bagging two AA Rosettes and a mention in the coveted Michelin Guide within its first year. READ MORE: The longstanding Chaddesden takeaway where customers ask the boss to put the prices up READ MORE: Dozens of arts, crafts, food and drink stalls set for Denby Pottery Village event this weekend Helmed by proprietor Tom Gouldburn, with head chef Simon Harrison leading the culinary creativity, Deacon's Bank prides itself on a dedication to seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Patrons can indulge in dishes such as braised lamb shoulder, halibut, prosciutto wrapped pork fillet, After Eight mousse and white chocolate parfait. Renowned documentary maker Louis Theroux visited the Peak District restaurant earlier this year, with a spokesperson for the restaurant saying, "Had a special visitor for dinner last night. @officiallouistheroux popped in for a meal on this cold, snowy January weekend." The restaurant staff expressed their excitement online, posting: "Hope you all enjoyed your meal, we certainly enjoyed serving you. We have braved the snow and are open today if you fancy a lovely roast dinner or even just a few drinks." As you'd expect, Deacon's Bank has a catalogue of glowing reviews online, with a 4.9/5-star rating on Tripadvisor, from almost 100 reviews. One recent visitor, Alan G, called it a "wonderful experience", adding: "Being talked through the dishes and the preparation that goes into producing truly exceptional food made for a fabulous evening. "Simon, the chef, and the rest of the staff made our evening very special. We could have chatted for hours. "Good food is hard to come by, and a great dining experience is even harder. Don't miss this place, the food is simply amazing." User Rebbux, giving five stars, said: "Wonderful Sunday lunch, had three courses and all absolutely gorgeous. The parfait was so nice on a bed of tomatoes and herb reduction was the nicest starter I've had for ages. "The guys had roast cod with shellfish reduction which they said was fab and I had a great roast lamb dinner. My son had the caramel tart and said it's the best pudding he's ever had, and the cheeseboard was great too. Would recommend, service was friendly and smooth and the wines were good too." The restaurant will be flying the Derbyshire flag high at the British Restaurant Awards ceremony on Monday, August 18. A spokesperson for the awards said: "From Michelin-starred establishments to beloved local gems, the British Restaurant Awards shines a spotlight on the culinary talent shaping the future of food and dining culture. Join us as we honour excellence, taste the extraordinary, and network with leading voices in hospitality, media, and entertainment."
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Workers evacuated after fire at brake factory
Workers have been evacuated after a fire at a brake factory in Chapel-en-le-Frith. Dozens of firefighters were called to the Federal Mogul Friction Products site in Hayfield Road at 06:42 BST on Sunday. The fire service said all site employees at the manufacturer had been safely evacuated, and there had been no reported injuries. Six fire engines, a water carrier, command unit and aerial ladder platform were deployed to the scene to help extinguish the flames. Follow BBC Derby on Facebook, on X, or on Instagram. Send your story ideas to eastmidsnews@ or via WhatsApp on 0808 100 2210. Derbyshire Fire and Rescue Service
BBC News
06-07-2025
- Automotive
- BBC News
Workers evacuated after fire at Chapel-en-le-Frith brake factory
Workers have been evacuated after a fire at a brake factory in of firefighters were called to the Federal Mogul Friction Products site in Hayfield Road at 06:42 BST on fire service said all site employees at the manufacturer had been safely evacuated, and there had been no reported fire engines, a water carrier, command unit and aerial ladder platform were deployed to the scene to help extinguish the flames.
BBC News
09-05-2025
- BBC News
Whaley Bridge: 'Complex' burglary shooting death case continues a year on
An investigation into a fatal shooting which happened during a burglary is continuing a year on, police the early hours of 1 May 2024, Derbyshire Police was called to reports of a burglary in Eccles Road in Whaley Bridge and found 19-year-old Marcus Smith with fatal gunshot wounds, and another teen with a gunshot wound nearby.A man in his 50s was arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder, and three others - aged 19, 21 and 31 respectively - were arrested in connection with the all remain on bail, police said, and a "complex" probe is still under way. The initial call made to police, at about 01:20 BST, was a report of a Smith, a resident of neighbouring Chapel-en-le-Frith who played football for a local team and was a DJ at a pub in the area, was found fatally injured at the scene.A second 19-year-old found injured nearby was taken to was later arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary, while a 21-year-old was arrested on suspicion of aggravated burglary after the vehicle he was travelling in was stopped on the A6 near Chapel-en-le-Frith later the same following day, a 31-year-old was arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit burglary. Det Chief Insp Claudia Musson, who is leading the investigation, said the force was working "tirelessly" to "build a file" to allow the Crown Prosecution Service to take the case to said: "While some time has now passed, investigations of this kind are complex and rely on expert evidence which does take time."It is important that a proportionate and thorough investigation takes place and that is what myself and my team are focused on."
