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Wednesday 12pm - 10pm Thursday 12pm - 10pm Friday 12pm - 10pm Saturday 12pm - 10pm Sunday 12pm - 8pm

Saracen's Head Shirley

Name: Saracen's Head Shirley
Address: Church Lane, Shirley, Ashbourne, DE63AS, GB
Telephone: +447511860951
Price range: ££

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Jamie welcome's you to the Saracen's Head, Shirley! A friendly country pub & restaurant serving locally sourced, homemade food and great ales.

Whether it's a hearty meal, a Sunday roast, or a pint in the garden, we look forward to welcoming you!

24/09/2026

What makes a great village pub? 🍻

For us, it's never been just about what's on the menu.

It's about being welcomed by name.

Taking the time to have a chat.

Serving homemade food with care.

Supporting our local community.

And creating somewhere people genuinely look forward to coming back to.

That's what we're building here at The Saracen's Head, and we're proud to be part of the Shirley community.

📍 The Saracen's Head, Shirley, Derbyshire

22/09/2026

You've made it through the main course... but could you resist dessert? 🍰

If you had to choose just one...

🍮 Dessert A

🍫 Dessert B

Which one are you ordering?

No sharing... you can only pick one! 😄

👇 Tell us your choice in the comments.

20/09/2026

Let us reintroduce ourselves… 👋

We’re Jamie & James, the guys behind The Saracen’s Head.

When we took on the pub, we had one simple ambition — to create the kind of village pub we’d want to visit ourselves.

A warm welcome, homemade food, friendly faces and a proper local atmosphere. 🍻

We’ve been busy behind the scenes making improvements, listening to our customers and putting our own stamp on the pub — and we’re really proud of how far we’ve come.

We’re still only at the beginning, with plenty more to come, and we’d love for you to be part of the journey.

Come and say hello! ❤️

📍 The Saracen’s Head, Shirley, Derbyshire

18/09/2026

Fresh air, beautiful countryside... and a great meal to finish. 🥾🍂

Whether you're exploring the local footpaths, discovering the charm of Shirley or simply enjoying a day out in Derbyshire, make The Saracen's Head your final stop.

Relax with a homemade meal, your favourite drink and a warm welcome waiting for you.

Sometimes the best days out end around the table.

📍 The Saracen's Head, Shirley, Derbyshire

16/09/2026

What makes a great fish & chips? 🐟🍟

For us, it's simple.

Fresh, flaky haddock.

Light, crispy beer batter.

Golden chips.

And every plate cooked fresh to order.

It's a classic for a reason, and one of the dishes our customers come back for time and time again.

If you're planning your next visit, this might just be the perfect choice.

📍 The Saracen's Head, Shirley, Derbyshire

14/09/2026

Autumn has a way of bringing people together. 🍂

The days become cooler, the food becomes heartier and there's no better excuse to slow down and enjoy good company.

Whether you're joining us after a countryside walk, catching up with friends or treating yourself to a homemade meal, we'll have a warm welcome waiting for you.

Here's to cosy afternoons, comforting food and everything we love about autumn.

📍 The Saracen's Head, Shirley, Derbyshire

12/09/2026

Nothing means more to us than hearing you've enjoyed your visit. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

As an independent village pub, every review, recommendation and kind word really does make a difference.

Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to support us and share their experience.

We look forward to welcoming you back soon.

❤️ Here's what one of our recent customers had to say...

📍 The Saracen's Head, Shirley, Derbyshire

10/09/2026

There's nothing quite like a proper Sunday lunch. 🍽️

Gather the family, catch up with friends and let us take care of the cooking.

Expect homemade Yorkshire puddings, perfectly cooked meats, crispy roast potatoes, seasonal vegetables and plenty of rich gravy.

The only thing you need to decide is... who's pouring the gravy? 😉

Join us this Sunday—we'd love to welcome you.

📍 The Saracen's Head, Shirley, Derbyshire

08/09/2026

The best part of running a village pub? The people. ❤️

One of the things we love most is getting to know the people who walk through our doors.

Whether you're popping in for a pint, joining us for Sunday lunch or celebrating a special occasion, it's the conversations, friendships and familiar faces that make The Saracen's Head what it is.

Thank you to everyone who continues to support us – you're a huge part of our story.

06/09/2026

Homemade isn't just a word on our menu. It's how we cook. 👨‍🍳

At The Saracen's Head, we believe great pub food starts with quality ingredients, time and care.

It's about taking pride in every plate that leaves the kitchen, whether it's a comforting pie, perfectly cooked fish and chips or one of our seasonal specials.

We don't believe in cutting corners.

We believe in cooking food that brings people together and keeps them coming back.

That's what homemade means to us.

📍 The Saracen's Head, Shirley, Derbyshire

Address

Church Lane, Shirley
Ashbourne
DE63AS

Opening Hours

Wednesday	12pm - 10pm
Thursday	12pm - 10pm
Friday	12pm - 10pm
Saturday	12pm - 10pm
Sunday	12pm - 8pm

Telephone

+447511860951

Website

https://www.saracensheadshirley.com/

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