eat & drink
Our food? It could practically skip from the field to the plate – that’s the Peebles Hydro way. Our Head Chef Grant’s seasonal menus are bursting with local Borders produce, some of which we grow right here in our gardens. Truly, Peebles on a plate. Our drink? We brew our own beer on the grounds and 1881 Gin is always on hand from our bars and restaurants. Just the ticket. Little ones we haven’t forgotten about you, we’ve got all of your favourites too.
The Grill Room
Our Head Chef, Grant, has been busily preparing your feast. Expect familiar, filling favourites, and he’s a dab hand at adding interesting twists to the plate and palette. You’ll find the menu packed full of ingredients sourced from right here in Scotland’s larder – and lots of the veggies come straight from our very own gardens. So naturally, there are plenty of vegetarian options, as well as your favourites straight from the grill.
The restaurant is also the home of ginormous breakfasts. Where sausages, eggs, bacon and more are munched happily in the morning, with light flooding through towering windows.
Breakfast
Daily: 7:30am - 10:00am
Dinner
Daily: From 5:45pm
Miller Lounge
The Miller Lounge is a relaxing spot for a wee drink and something to eat.
Relaxed and informal, with views as far as the eye can see. The Miller Lounge is a popular spot with our guests and it’s easy to see why – the views, the gin palace. Not forgetting our delicious menu available to enjoy in the Miller Lounge or in Not the Cocktail bar.
Daily: 12:30pm to 8:30pm.
Not the Cocktail Bar
Don’t be fooled by the name…this bar does serve cocktails and a whole host of other things. Our Not the Cocktail Bar has an easy-osy atmosphere. Despite the name, there are plenty of cocktails to choose from – not to mention our HUGE choice of beer, wine, gins and other spirits.
Snuggle by the fire with a bottle of wine, grab a table for the whole brood and order a few favourite drinks from our menu or find a spot in front of the TV.
Our delicious Miller Lounge menu is available to enjoy here too. Tempted? Browse our menu below.
Daily: 5:00pm - 11:00pm
Food served until 8:30pm
Afternoon Tea
How do you take your afternoon tea? Classic, gin, or fizzy?
Dainty sandwiches, plump scones, and mountains of cream and jam – all present and correct. With air-light macarons and science-defying miniatures topping off the cake stand. Not forgetting teapot after teapot of glorious Darjeeling, Assam, Earl Grey – you name it, we’ve got it… Pinkies at the ready.
Fancy something stronger? Add some fizz for some glamour or an 1881 G&T for a splash of sophistication.
Daily: 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Our afternoon teas are super popular Friday to Sunday, so if you can't book a place online drop the hotel an email at stay@peebleshydro.co.uk or call our friendly team on 01764 651 846 and we can check if there is a table available.
1881 Gin Distillery
Did you know we have our own 1881 Gin Distillery in Peebles Hydro? Head to our gin school to learn everything about concocting the delicious spirit, and even craft your own gin to take home with you.
eat & drink at the Park hotel
Stepping into the Park is like stepping back in time; a mix of Victoriana, 1950’s and modern-day Britain. Locally sourced ingredients, freshly baked scones and barista coffees – food and drink at The Park Hotel is all about delicious, simple pleasures.
Tryst at the Park
FINE EATING PAIRED WITH FINE HOSPITALITY
Experience a taste of Scottish luxury at The Park Hotel, just a 10-minute walk from our Peebles Hydro Hotel. With their five-course tasting menu, paired wines and overnight stay with us. Inspired by the great Scottish larder, Head Chef, Ryan and his team have created a delicious dining experience for you to enjoy - TRYST.
After a relaxing evening of fine eating, retreat to one of our newly refurbished bedrooms for a peaceful night’s sleep. Wake to a stunning view before tucking into a hearty Scottish breakfast – bliss.
Offer available Friday and Saturday evenings only.
Just so you know all Tryst bookings need to be booked one week in advance.
Ballantyne Bar
The furnishings are local, we’ve used materials from the March Street Mills to give you a sense of Peebles’ rich history in textiles. The pictures on the wall trace the old house back to its original owner Henry Ballantyne; brother of David Ballantyne, who established the Mills in 1884. Not only are the benches upholstered in tweed patchwork salvaged from the mills, but you’ll also spot some throwback keepsakes including a vintage sewing machine and a poster describing the Cotton Mills and Factories Act.
To book a table, call us on 01721 720451. Then choose option 4 followed by option 1 to speak with the restaurant team.
Monday to Friday: 12:00pm - 2:00pm and 5:30pm - 8:45pm
Saturday to Sunday: 12:30pm - 2:30pm and 5:30pm - 8:45pm
