The Black Bull

4.6 (1271)

£25 and under

British

Old Langho Road, Blackburn, Lancashire BB6 8AW

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2 people

May 25, 2025

May 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

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 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
01254 248801
Website
http://www.blackbulloldlangho.co.uk/
Payment options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
Old Langho Road, Blackburn, Lancashire BB6 8AW
Neighborhood
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 1,271 people are saying

The Black Bull reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Lancashire
Gluten-free-friendly
Lancashire
Great for fine wines
Lancashire
Great for outdoor dining
Lancashire
Most Booked

Review summary

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The Black Bull impresses with its "fabulous food and atmosphere," offering a delightful dining experience in a "beautifully decorated" setting. Known for "excellent service" and a "varied menu," guests appreciate the "friendly staff" and cozy ambiance. While some found the service slow, the "amazing food" keeps patrons coming back.

1,271 Reviews

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Tonye
London1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic food, lovely people, best creme brulee ever😍😍
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Keith
Glasgow/Lanarkshire7 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place to cool down in a large outdoor area with good shading
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Caron
Lancashire2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We visited the Black Bull for a celebratory lunch. Great menu choices and the food did not disappoint. Friendly staff, great location.
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David
Derbyshire1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for Sunday Lunch. Very good and excllent value.
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David
Lancashire1 review
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous inn great food & atmosphere a hidden Gem
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Sarah
Lancashire1 review
2.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Drinks were flat, and we were told the pump had been changed but drinks still didn’t taste right. Mash was cold when it was delivered to the table.
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Jane
New York City2 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 9, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Good food but last night the service was disappointing: felt we were left waiting far far too long and had to ask repeatedly for drinks, bill, card machine… all felt a bit neglectful
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sharon
Lancashire2 reviews
2.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Usually great place, but today i have to say it had no atmosphere food very average veg like rocks meat wasn't tasty at all , its expensive too so you do expect more , also got glass of procecco and the was half full , not good probably won't eat there again , which is a shame as it usually is great and we been going for about 8 years now , also didn't like the fact menu was set either 2 or 3 courses and waitress needed to know at start what you wanted. We were celebrating our anniversary and was so dissopointed,
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Caroline
Yorkshire1 review
2.0
Dined on May 2, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Place is nicely decorated and it was reasonably quiet until a big party came in. Service was hit and miss to be honest. Food is very expensive for what it is and how much you get. We ate here a few years ago and it was better then.
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Anne
Lancashire2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The steak & swing evening was lovely food in a fun entertaining atmosphere. The service was excellent as always from the whole team
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The Black Bull is rated 4.6 stars by 1271 OpenTable diners.

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Booked 25 times today

Old Langho Road, Blackburn, Lancashire BB6 8AW

Additional information

Neighborhood
Blackburn
Hours of operation
Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm
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

Website
http://www.blackbulloldlangho.co.uk/
Phone number
01254 248801

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