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The Black Bull, Blackburn, Lancashire

The Black Bull

4.5
4.5
1120 Reviews
£25 and under
British
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The Black Bull

4.5
£25 and under
British
Blackburn

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2 people
19:00
Booked 35 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Welcome to the Black Bull.
Tucked away in rural Lancashire, between cloud topped hills, green fields, rolling pastures, and lots of cows... sits The Black Bull Inn.
Nestled in the picturesque village of Old Langho, our stone building has been here since the 1500s. Steeped in history it has it's own warm welcome to travellers from far and wide.
Our menu is fresh, local and has a nice balance of those "pub classics" but brought up to date in modern and inventive ways.
Dog friendly in the bar area or garden, and plenty of cosy seating available in front of our roaring fires, in The Library, or in our gorgeous, beamed, renovated Fire Barn.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–22:30
  • Phone number
    01254 248801
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Blackburn
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking at both the front and the rear of the property.
  • Public transit
    Our nearest train station is Old Langho, which is an easy 20 min walk through country roads to our door.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,120 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Lancashire

    Good for business meals

  • Lancashire

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Lancashire

    Great for fine wines

  • Lancashire

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Lancashire

    Great for scenic views

  • Lancashire

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Lancashire

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Black Bull offers a "beautiful setting" with "amazing food" and "friendly service," making it a favorite for many. Diners praise the "fantastic" Sunday lunch, "lovely atmosphere," and attentive staff. While some find the menu pricing high, the quality and presentation are often cited as "worth every penny."

1,120 Reviews
  1. Samantha

    Cancun

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The starters were great and got our hopes up for the main course, but it was disappointing—just warm and not much flavour. It’s a shame because the atmosphere and decor were lovely. The service was okay, but they could invest in more waiting staff, seemed to be very much run by 2 main staff which is ok if it’s quiet but not enough for a full restaurant. The team was polite, but it felt a bit impersonal—no one checked how the food was or asked if we wanted more drinks. Simple things that were missing.

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  2. Martin

    Manchester

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    First visit and all our party were really impressed. Staff were exceptionally friendly and helpful.

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  3. TIM

    Manchester

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The pub is a lovely building and we loved the atmosphere and the very pleasant staff and the food was fantastic, definitely be booking again soon.

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  4. Andy

    Jersey

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    Food was good, portions were very generous but the room was very cold

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  5. Katie

    Lancashire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First visit today, just a notch above other gastro pubs in the area. Warm welcome and really lovely atmosphere. Awesome Christmas decorations and the food was excellent. Need to visit again many times to go through the menu!

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  6. Nolan

    Lancashire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and amazing service in lovely surroundings with a relaxed atmosphere.

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  7. Gary

    Lancashire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had our first visit to the black bull last Sunday, after a friend recommended it to us, and we can’t wait too go back there, even it is a 45 minute drive it is well the travel. The restaurant had a warm, cosy and friendly feel, the service was excellent with very friendly and polite staff, and most importantly the food was amazing. Three courses of outstanding food, absolute bargain. I recommend the Sunday sharing platter it was so tasty and plentiful. Will be going back there very soon.

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  8. David

    Lancashire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Sunday lunch. Excellent food and service, well worth the visit.

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  9. Harry

    Lancashire

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual everything was perfect, the whole place looks wonderful with all all the Christmas decorations up, the tree is amazing, add a log fire for the perfect setting. We had the Sunday lunch sharing plater which was delicious and really good value for money. The staff are friendly and helpful, it is absolutely one of our favourite places to eat.

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  10. Alison

    Manchester

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food. Excellent value for money. Epic service from all members of staff. Very friendly and attentive from the second you enter the Black Bull. We saw Dan on Master Chief and decided we must try it. We enjoyed it so much we came back for our second visit two weeks later

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A photo of The Black Bull restaurant

The Black Bull

4.5
£25 and under
British
Blackburn

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 35 times today
Google Map for The Black Bull

Old Langho Road, Blackburn, Lancashire BB6 8AW

Additional information

  • Area
    Blackburn
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00–23:00 Sun 12:00–22:30
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking at both the front and the rear of the property.
  • Public transit
    Our nearest train station is Old Langho, which is an easy 20 min walk through country roads to our door.
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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