The Staff of Life, Ticknall’s Country Inn, can be found in Ticknall village, rural South Derbyshire. We offer everyone the welcoming experience of a pub with great real ales, quality home cooking and comfortable well-appointed rooms. We pride ourself on our warm friendly service and treating our customers not just as guests but friends that we hope to see again soon. Whether you choose to join us in our beer garden, at the bar or for a meal in the restaurant area you can be sure to be treated as one of the locals. Conveniently located for exploring the local attractions including  Calke Abbey and Gardens, our guests can use us a base where you can relax and explore the area at your own pace.  We are ideally located for wedding guests and cater for other special occasions. We also cater for overnight stays if you are on your way to Donington Racing Circuit or East Midlands Airport. Our pub is dog friendly and we even have a bedroom that accepts well behaved dogs. 

We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Looking for a weekend get away or extended stay in rural Derbyshire then we are just the place for you. Whether you are exploring the local villages and tourist attractions by car or walking or cycling, what better way to end your day of adventure than a pint of great beer, glass of wine or something stronger! Follow that up with one of home cooked meals and a comfortable night’s sleep in one of our bespoke designed bedrooms. If that wasn’t enough there is always our great breakfasts for you to try at the start of the next day!