Derbyshire restaurant loved by Louis Theroux fending off some of the UK's fanciest in national competition
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.
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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."
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