Allestree's FAVOURITE FOOD PUB
With hundreds of years at the heart of the community, our country pub has long been a favourite with locals and ramblers alike.
Generations of Allestree residents have used The Red Cow for weddings, wakes and birthdays. And nothing’s changed in that respect. As a traditional Derbyshire coaching inn we like to keep things simple: quality beers, great value pub-food and a friendly service. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t plenty to do, set off on one of the many nearby walks or simply soak up the scenery in our beer garden. Cozy up in our comforting bar area with a hot drink or if you fancy something a little stronger enjoy a Gin and Tonic from our ever expanding Gin Range.
A selection of local well-kept cask ales
Cracking deals on food & drink
regular LIVE MUSIC events
A traditional 17th Century Derbyshire Coaching Inn nestling within the conservation area of Allestree village, the Red Cow sits next door to the 12th Century village church of St Edmunds.
Host to the local community for hundreds of years offering fantastic service, beautiful food, cask ales, and an ever expanding gin collection if you fancy something stronger.
Popular with families, ramblers and dog walkers alike, we are perfectly placed for a visit to Allestree Park and Hall. You can even bring your four legged friend to visit us in the bar area, where we also serve food or a hot drink to warm you up.
Valentine's DAY
Looking for the perfect home cooked meal for your loved one?
Why not book a table here at the Red Cow and make Valentine’s a perfect night!
A few happy customers
Sarah AVerified Christmas Day Now the dust of Christmas has settled, I want to thank all the staff at The Red Cow for an amazing Christmas Day, the food was faultless, absolutely delicious, the service was spot on with no waiting. It was the kind of meal that brought everyone together, leaves you happily full, and truly captured the spirit of Christmas. The company and staff made the day feel extra special. Thank you Mark and Diane AndyVerified Great pub What a wonderful pub. Real food, great service, wide range of beers. Would recommend for for families and couples alike. Special thanks to our waitress Nancy, very friendly and attentive service. Neil HVerified Great Christmas eve🍺 We came in Christmas eve expecting it to be fairly busy and it certainly was hectic - the staff were brilliant though, they didn't stop all night and the atmosphere was lovely altogether a brilliant night❤️❤️ charjessie1Verified The Cow is awesome Christmas is a very busy period for all and any establishment. The Cow is such a nice and great public house, staff are amazing and the vibe is stunning. Such a great place to come over Christmas and generally, lovely staff, lovely customers and just lovely generally. Deborah LVerified Fabulous Christmas Eve Christmas Eve drinks. The pub was the busiest I've ever seen it. The staff handled it with the utmost professionalism and were so polite. I noticed regulars helping out by making sure glasses were returned when going back for more drinks. We had a truly wonderful afternoon and evening, and I can't recommend this pub enough. Anthony LayVerified Boxing Day Family Gathering. Let's set the scene, Christmas time, 6 people and 1 with food allergys, Booked early. I was really happy to have Gluten-Free Fish & Chips with an awesome Gluten-free, Milk free Curry Sauce. I did have to request this as I was told its made prior to order. Everyone left well fed and watered. Wonderful place who know how to look after their customers. Would recommend over and over. Nicola EVerified Outstanding. Thank you. A Truly Magical Christmas Day at The Red Cow I just want to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for the exceptional experience my family and I had on Christmas Day at The Red Cow. From the moment we walked in, the service was outstanding. The team went above and beyond to ensure that every detail was perfect, and they could not have been more attentive to our needs. My mum has dementia and mobility issues, and I was genuinely touched by how thoughtful and caring the staff were in accommodating her. They made sure she was comfortable throughout the meal, offering assistance whenever needed, and their kindness truly made a world of difference. As for the food – it was absolutely out of this world! Each dish was delicious and beautifully presented, making it a feast for both the eyes and the taste buds. It was clear that a lot of thought and care had gone into preparing everything, and it made our Christmas Day feel extra special. I want to extend my deepest gratitude to the entire team at The Red Cow for making this Christmas Day a truly magical experience. Your kindness, professionalism, and dedication to customer care are beyond compare. Thank you for giving us a day we'll never forget! Marian PVerified Hats off to the Red Cow!! Popped into the Red Cow for some Christmas cheer on Christmas Eve and it was very, very busy! However it was buzzing with Christmas cheer! Ok, we had to wait to be served, but served we were, by cheerful, polite staff! A lot of these staff were youngsters, but had, obviously been trained to the highest level, to run the bar efficiently and effectively! We had to stand, close up and personal, with our fellow merry makers, but not any sign of aggression or frayed tempers, as we were all well aware of the work load for the staff! We returned on Christmas Day for a superb Christmas dinner! Service 10 out of 10! Food even better! So, thank you to the Red Cow team for creating a very Merry Christmas! Great pub, great people! We definitely will be back! Thank you!