Sourcing ingredients locally and celebrating the local Peak District is at the heart of our ethos at Casa Hotel. Our passion for provenance, sustainability and using only local, ethical produce is woven into everything we do, as we aim to deliver quality-led yet simple plates of food in a warm, hospitable environment for all the family to enjoy.
Walton Lodge Farm Estate, a 360-acre working farm and historic 18th-century family residence owned by Steve Perez, proprietor of Casa Hotel and Peak Edge Hotel, has proudly earned Red Tractor certification. This esteemed certification is one of the UK’s most respected symbols of excellence in food quality, traceability and sustainability, further underscoring the farm’s commitment to high standards in every aspect of its operations.
The certification proudly affirms that Walton Lodge Farm Estate, located on the picturesque edge of the Peak District, upholds the highest standards in food safety, environmental stewardship and animal welfare. Nestled in this stunning landscape, the farm is home to a diverse range of animals, including the iconic native-breed Belted Galloway and Highland cattle, hardy Dorset sheep, heritage Berkshire pigs, free-range chickens, and a thriving colony of honeybees. Every aspect of the farm, from sustainable farming practices to compassionate animal care, reflects a commitment to preserving both nature and the animals that call it home.
The farm provides seasonal meats, eggs and honey directly to Peak Edge Hotel’s Red Lion Restaurant and Casa Hotel’s Cocina Restaurant, offering guests an authentic farm-to-fork experience defined by unparalleled freshness, exceptional quality and a commitment to sustainability.
Craig Ellis, Farm Manager, said: “We’re incredibly proud to see Walton Lodge Farm achieve Red Tractor certification. Our ethos has always been about farming with care – for our animals, the land, and the people who ultimately enjoy our produce. Every steak, chop, or spoonful of honey carries the assurance that it’s been produced to the highest standards, right here on our doorstep.“
From perfectly dry-aged Josper-grilled steaks at Cocina to seasonal roasts and signature specials at The Red Lion, diners can savour Walton Lodge’s produce year-round, confident that every dish is sustainably and ethically sourced just miles away.
