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David Ross left this review about The Black Bull
Judging from the conversations, this is the Reeth locals' favourite pub and I also thought it was the best of the three in the village. There was a very lively atmosphere at night and the beer was excellent.
On 6th September 2010
- rating: 8
[User has posted 363 recommendations about 327 pubs]
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Roger Button left this review about The Black Bull
Probably the best known pub in town thanks to its infamous upside down sign above the front door, a visual protest resulting from a dispute between the previous charismatic landlord Black Bob and the local Dales authorities over external “improvements” that didn't meet their approval. The landlord has moved on but I didn't get the impression that too much in the pub has changed.
The L shaped interior has a main bar with a large inglenook fireplace and high backed settles, a pool and darts (2 boards) area at the rear and a separate restaurant / dining section. There are some interesting articles (namely the “dispute”) and interesting old local photos (note the Reeth in flood pics), brewery mirrors and usual pub paraphernalia but overall it seems to be more of a locals pad than anything touristy.
5 ales on offer, most of them fairly regular for the area - Black Sheep Best, Theakston Black Bull, Old Peculiar & Best and Old Speckled Hen, decent enough quality on my visit and reasonable prices. The food was also decent enough (there aren't many places to eat round here in winter) but fairly pricey for what it was. A perfectly decent place to unwind and certainly worth calling in but it just lacks that bit extra to make it an essential stop.
On 6th December 2009
- rating: 7
[User has posted 1227 recommendations about 1222 pubs]
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Ailsa Wilkinson left this review about The Black Bull
The Black Bull is a great Inn, fantastic food and great cask ale selection. They do B&B too in some v.nice rooms. Live music throughout the year and a lovely Sunday Carvery.
On 4th September 2008
- rating: 10
[User has posted 3 recommendations about 3 pubs]
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