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Puzzle Hall Inn, Sowerby Bridge
Sowerby Bridge
HX6 2RF
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aleand hearty left this review about Puzzle Hall Inn
Fans of old-style, traditional pubs, will find The Puzzle Hall a bit of a treat. Originally built as a private residence in 1628; it became a pub approximately 100 years later. The original stone building is suitably aged and rather rustic looking, with an incongruous, if characterful, brick tower which was added when the pub had its own on site brewery.
Inside, it’s a small two roomer, with décor best described as basic and a sense of cosiness just the right side of tatty. A small bar manages to house six pumps and beer quality is excellent. The four I tried, including Saltaire ‘South Island Pale’ and Roosters ‘Yankee’ were all in tip-top nick. Service from the young barmaid was friendly and efficient.
A great atmosphere when we called on a Saturday afternoon – the place was nicely busy and it wasn’t long before a couple of friendly locals engaged us in conversation. I could quite happily have settled down for an extended session, but unfortunately time was against us. However, any future visits to Sowerby will definitely have the Puzzle Hall on my ‘to do’ list.
On 25th April 2013
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Darren Carney left this review about Puzzle Hall Inn
Now re-opened and doing a storming trade. Excellent live bands at the weekend with only one possible complaint- it can be too busy!!! Most pubs dont have that problem. If you have never been just go for the experience - its well worth it.
On 1st May 2009
- rating: 10
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Colin Spiller left this review about Puzzle Hall Inn
Closed in Jamuary 2008 - see article in Yorkshire Post "Pub owners hope for revival of famous Puzzle hall Inn" Thursday April 3 at
http://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/loca
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On 4th April 2008
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[User has posted 68 recommendations about 68 pubs]