Planning a visit to The Royal Telegraph in Derby? Explore our FAQs for information on bookings, food and drink, events and more.

FAQ's - The Royal Telegraph

Say goodbye to queues and hello to seamless ordering from the comfort of your seat. Whether you&#8217;re soaking up the sunshine in our garden, keeping an eye on the little ones, or enjoying catching up with friends, <a href="https://order.marstonspubs.co.uk/royaltelegraph">Order & Pay</a> ensures you never miss a moment.
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Re-order your food and drinks quickly and easily: Re-ordering your favourite meals and drinks is now faster than ever! Simply select, tap, and enjoy!​​
Expanded Payment Options: Enjoy the convenience of Apple Pay, alongside our existing payment methods, for a swift and secure checkout.​
Effortless Voucher Redemption: Quickly and easily apply voucher codes at checkout, so you can enjoy your promotions without any hassle.​
Stay in the Moment: Skip the queues and spend more time chatting with friends and family, while we take care of your order. Relax and let us bring your order to you.​
Garden Friendly: No need to leave your seat in the garden, sit back, relax and enjoy the sunshine.
<h3><a href="https://order.marstonspubs.co.uk/royaltelegraph">Please click here to use Order & Pay</a> or use the QR on your table in pub!</h3>

What's new?

There’s nothing quite like Christmas at The Royal Telegraph in Derby.
Join us throughout Christmas 2026 for festive celebrations, Christmas party nights, seasonal events and memorable moments with family, friends and colleagues.
Enjoy our delicious <a href="/christmas-day">Christmas Day Menu </a>and <a href="/festive-menu">Festive Menu</a>, featuring traditional roasts, comforting classics and indulgent desserts.
So round up your favourite people, grab a table and join us for great food, good company and plenty of Christmas cheer at The Royal Telegraph.
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Book from one of our Festive Menus by 31st October 2026 and receive a £10 voucher to enjoy on a future visit in November or January.*
Plus, by booking early, you&#8217;ll have the best chance of securing your preferred date before the busiest festive dates fill up.
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Book Early & Get Rewarded

Bringing a larger group together this festive season? At The Royal Telegraph, we offer a range of spaces perfect for Christmas catch-ups, family celebrations and festive gatherings with friends or colleagues.

Whether you're planning an intimate meal or organising a larger group event, our dedicated areas provide the ideal setting to relax, dine and celebrate together. Enjoy great food, festive drinks and a warm welcome while we take care of the details.

Our team is on hand to help organise your celebration, making it easy to bring everyone together for a memorable festive occasion.


Taste the Magic of Christmas

Give the gift of good food, good times and good company this Christmas, all from one little e-gift card.
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If you&#8217;re looking for the perfect gift for friends and family this festive season, look no further than a Love My Locals e-gift card.
From burgers and beers to curries and cocktails, the Love My Locals e-gift card delivers it all. Best of all, it can be used at over 1,000 pubs and bars across the UK.
Order in just a few clicks from the Love My Locals website and have it delivered directly to their inbox.
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Gift Cards

Discover all the festive family fun we will be hosting this year at The Royal Telegraph!

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