Bull I' Th' Thorn Pub History
A story that stretches back over 700 years
Marked on maps over 700 years ago, a farmhouse once stood alongside a Roman road between Buxton and Ashbourne known as “The Street.” In 1472, the farmhouse became a hostelry for travellers and was named “The Bull.” In 1654 the name changed to “Hurdlow House,” and it was also referred to as “Hurdlow Thorn,” which eventually evolved into The Bull i’ th’ Thorn, combining the old titles.
During the 1900s the pub served as a hotel and was a popular local meeting place. Over the years, the building has attracted interest for its long history, with some visitors reporting paranormal activity and ghost sightings. Ghost hunts were even held under previous owners, and many claimed to experience unexplained phenomena.
The pub is now closed, but the campsite remains open from 1st April – 31st October.
