About Us & Our Passion

The Crafty Dog is Chesterfield’s premier craft beer and food venue. Laying less than a mile from Chesterfield Town Centre and just 4 miles from the Peak District National Park, The Crafty Dog is the perfect base from which to explore the best that Derbyshire has to offer..

The Crafty Dog is the brainchild of Neil Turner and Andy Watterson, two Chesterfield natives with a passion for craft beer, artisan drinks and great food. Yet, The Crafty Dog is more than simply about selling great food and drinks. Our mission is to inspire people to come and build memories and relationships, to put down their iPhones and ching a glass with their new friends.

We believe passionately in helping people to build memories through meeting people that share their similar values and beliefs. Life without passion, quality and laughter is a life not worth living.

We are heartbroken when we hear that pubs are closing. Our goal is to rescue the community pub, one venue at a time.

„Lovely food, an amazing selection of beers, friendly people behind the bar and a great atmosphere... what more could you want?!“

- tracey brough (review via facebook) -