The Black Bull Inn

Service and attitude poor. Two behind the bar not really knowing what they were doing. I asked for 2 diet cokes, told they don't have it but have a sugar free cola. They gave us 2 cokes that have 36 grams of sugar in each one. Asked for money back after queueing again. Told no but replaced with zero sugar cokes. The label pointed out these were very high in caffeine. So both were left. Here's the thing - a 33cl coke substitute costs £4.30 each !!! Where is £8.60 for 2 small cokes acceptable? Never be back - and you have been warned. Zero stars.

Nice room, but no view. Loo didn’t flush properly. Shower head too low for anyone around 6 foot tall. Breakfast uninspired and food delivery very slow. Dinner a huge disappointment. Ordered tomahawk steak to share, weren’t asked how we’d like it cooked and it came out almost raw. Sent it back twice and it was still underdone. Wouldn’t rush back.

We have had the tasting menu a couple of times. Strong Asian influence . Over all the food is interesting and very well presented by knowledgeable interested staff. My pointers for a 5 star review, The meal is not about a main course which is far too big for a tasting menu and the 3 deserts may be one too many. Finish on a savory local cheese based would be nice We will be back and hope for more delicious surprises

Another outstanding visit. Food, rooms, location, and above all, staff, are exceptional. It is a tight turn into the car park, but I have personally seen a Bentley make it, although I'm not sure how! Overall, fabulous. Only quibble - the breakfast toast can occasionally need a chisel.

Went for a Sunday Roast after hearing they had been highly rated in a gastropub listing. Very disappointing. On arrival before we sat down they asked if we wanted water, we asked if for sparkling and still. There were jugs next to us on the side already laid out. I've never been offered complimentary sparkling water but just assumed it was part of their experience. Never saw any bottles opened. Service was slow. The waitress was nice. We ordered 2 roast lambs, which comes with Yorkshire Pudding, we ordered extras of purple sprouting broccoli, cauliflower cheese and extra gravy. When it arrived they forgot the yorkshire puddings, which they then brought out lukewarm. The purple broccoli became green, the extra gravy was tiny, which was irritating as there wasn't that much on the main plate. The gravy was also ridiculously salty. As soon as you tasted it you could taste the salt. The lamb was nice but fatty and the roast potatoes were fried. The carrot was too hard to cut, never mind eat. We ordered a sharing apple tarte with ice cream and caramel sauce. It was okay, I found the tart pastry hard, it tasted reheated hot. It also took a while to come. When they bill came we discovered they had overcharged for the broccoli and the water was £5 per jug! They also said just as we were about to leave that they needed the table back in 10 mins - we would have been done 30 mins earlier at least if service wasn't so slow. It was £80+ tip. Don't. go. here.

Been a long time coming but finally got to the Black Bull for Sunday Lunch on my birthday. Food was fantastic, really enjoyed it. We both had the beef. All of the food was extremely well cooked, which I expected due to knowing a bit about the chef. Service was great, pub itself is lovely. Would recommend to anyone wanting a good Sunday Roast