About The Old Smithy Cafe
The Old Smithy Cafe occupies a converted smithy on Chapel Hill in Beeley, near Matlock. It serves breakfast, sandwiches and homemade cakes, with gluten-free and vegan options available. The cafe holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5.
Bookings are taken and the venue welcomes children, groups and dogs. Coffee is available, and the cafe is popular enough that advance booking is advisable.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
What's nearby
- The Beeley Inn next door
- Dukes Barn 150m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Diners like this cafe's delicious and well-presented food, including breakfast items, sandwiches, and homemade cakes, with many gluten-free and vegan options. They also highlight the warm, cozy atmosphere and the friendly, attentive staff. Visitors mention the excellent coffee and efficient service, recommending booking ahead due to its popularity.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (479 reviews)
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5 – Very good
- Destination
- Derbyshire
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.