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Heritage & History at Peak Edge Hotel

At Peak Edge Hotel, we take great pride in celebrating our heritage and sharing it with every guest who walks through our doors. Nestled on the edge of the Peak District, our story begins with the historic Red Lion Inn, originally built in 1788. With its original stonework and oak beams still beautifully preserved, it remains a timeless symbol of traditional Derbyshire charm.

Over the years, this much-loved local inn has evolved into the boutique destination you see today, blending centuries of character with contemporary comfort. Carefully restored and thoughtfully expanded, Peak Edge Hotel now offers a refined countryside escape while staying true to its roots.

Today, we continue this legacy by combining warm hospitality, locally sourced dining and elegant surroundings, inviting guests to experience a place where history, luxury and the beauty of the Peak District come together in one place.

Timeline of our History

1788

The earliest record of a building on the site date back to 1788, when the land formed. Situated on the edge the Derbyshire hills, the properly was closely connected to the agricultural and quarrying communities that shaped life in the area.
1843

In 1843, the Georgian farmstead was officially converted into an inn known as the Red Lion Inn at Stone Edge. Run by George Younge and owned by Edward Turner, the pub quickly became a popular stopping place for travellers, farmers quarryman and lead smelter working across the Peak District.
1861

Census records from 1861 show Thomas Bown living at the Red Lion and working as both stone cutter and innkeeper, reflecting the close connection between the inn and the nearby Stone Edge quarries. At the time, the surrounding community relied heavily on quarrying and local industries.
1875–1899

During the late nineteenth century the Red Lion was run by a number of innkeepers including Henry Hawksworth, Sydney Adlington, Adam Bown and Willian Tarr. Each played a role in maintaining the inn’s position as a well known gathering place for travellers, quarry workers and local families in the Stone Edge community.
1916–1928

In the early twentieth century Thomas Needham Jr. became publican of the Red Lion at Stone Edge, continuing its role as an important gathering place for the local community. He was later succeeded by William Cheetham, whose family remained closely associated with the inn for many years.
1940–1965

From 1940 the Red Lion belonged to the Machin family, who made several additions to the building while continuing to run it as a traditional village inn. During their ownership the pub remained an important gathering place for the local community and travellers passing through Stone Edge.
1965

A new chapter in the Red Lion’s history began wehn Santiago Garcia Perez purchased and restored the pub, breathing new life into the historic inn. Under his ownership, the Red Loin developed a strong reputation for food and hospitality, attracting visitors from across the Derbyshire countryside.
1968

Newspaper advertisements from 1182 describe the Red Lion offering luncheon and dinner services throughout the week, as well as hosting private parties and wedding receptions. These adverts reflect the inn’s growing reputation as both a dining destination and social venue for the local community.
1990s

Restaurant reviews from 1992 describe the Red Lion as a well-known dining destination in the Derbyshire countryside, offering both traditional British and continental dishes. The restaurant’s varied menu and welcoming atmosphere attracting visitors from across the region, further strengthening the inn’s reputation for quality food and hospitality.
2010

In 2010 a 27-bedroom boutique hotel was built alongside the historic Red Lion, marking an important new chapter in the site’s history. This development transformed the property into what is now known as Peak Edge Hotel, combining the heritage of the traditional inn with the facilities of a modern country hotel overlooking the Derbyshire countryside.
2017

In 2017 entrepreneur Steve Perez bought back the Red Lion and Peak Edge Hotel, returning the historic property to the Perez family. Having grown up helping his father at the pub, Steve set out to continue the family legacy while investing in the future of the hotel and its facilities.
Today

Today the Red Lion remains at the heart of Peak Edge Hotel, continuing a tradition of hospitality that has shaped Stone Edge for more than two centuries. While the property has evolved into a modern country hotel, the historic inn still reflects its long heritage and connection to the local community.

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1843

1861

1875–1899

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1940–1965

1965

1968

1990s

2010

2017

Today

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