Black Horse, Rickmansworth

Spitfire, Adnams, 6X, Dartmoor Ipa. Heading straight to the bar I hardly noticed the nice little area at the front which had great stone slabs for a floor and a wood burning fire, this was where some locals had gathered as we left, tv was on low and the area had a good chatty ambience. To the right we found some comfortable wing-back leather chairs, this section is carpetted and displayed brasses and plenty of horsey prints, beyond this to the rear was a cordoned-off dining area. Plenty of choice on the blackboard menu, mains avg £8-9.

Black Horse page at the Charles Wells site - www.charleswells.co.uk

Attractive old country inn, smaller inside than you'd think due to the old multi-room layout. The front bar is split into two and a room at the back is used for diners. Extensive but expensive menu. Cask Marque accredited, 5 handpumps, Youngs, Courage Best, Adnams, Bombardier and 6X. Nice outside areas, located a bit off the beaten track in a country lane near the common.

Black Horse page at the Charles Wells site - www.charleswells.co.uk