The Bentley Brook Inn
A Fenny Bentley inn with a genuine children's play area
About this hotel
The Bentley Brook Inn sits in Fenny Bentley, close to Ashbourne, inside a historic building with a beautiful garden and an outdoor play area that gives children somewhere to run around beyond the hotel walls. Rooms feature private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, garden views, bathrobes, sofa beds and parquet floors, a comfortable combination for families wanting both character and modern amenities. The family-friendly restaurant covers British, Italian and international cuisines, with breakfast options spanning continental, full English, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free diets. Free WiFi and a bar round out the property, and Chatsworth House and Nottingham Castle both sit within easy reach for a day away from the waterpark during a longer Staffordshire and Peak District stay. Close proximity to Ashbourne itself also means an easy walk into the market town on a rest day between waterpark visits.
- Outdoor play area
- Garden views
- Free WiFi
- 20 km to Alton Towers
Our take
The Bentley Brook Inn is a historic inn in Fenny Bentley that I would suggest for families who want an outdoor play area, a garden and a varied menu after a day at the Alton Towers Waterpark, 20 km away. Breakfast covers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free needs. It suits a multi-night stay in the area better than a single park visit, given the drive.
- ✓Let children use the outdoor play area in the garden before or after the drive to Alton Towers each day.
- ✓Confirm dietary requirements with the restaurant ahead of your stay, since vegan and gluten-free breakfast options are already covered.
- ✓Combine your stay with Chatsworth House or Nottingham Castle for a day away from the waterpark during a longer trip.
Why we love it
- Outdoor play area for children
- Bathrobes and garden views
- Wide dietary options at breakfast
- Historic Fenny Bentley setting
Why guests love itThe Bentley Brook Inn is a historic inn in Fenny Bentley, 20 km from Alton Towers, with a garden and an outdoor play area. For families, the play area gives children space to run without another outing, and rooms with sofa beds and garden views help a family share one room. The restaurant serves British, Italian and international dishes, and breakfast includes vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. A bar and free Wi-Fi complete it.