The Black Horse

General information

The Black Horse at Ireland is a traditional, family-owned pub and restaurant set in a small hamlet in the heart of Bedfordshire. We have a reputation for providing outstanding food cooked by talented chefs, served in relaxed and friendly surroundings.

The exterior of the building retains its original charm, enhanced with stunning flower baskets and window boxes overflowing with colour, flag stone frontage and manicured greenery, whilst the interior has been beautifully up dated in a contemporary style using natural materials, including wooden and stone floors and a slate top bar. With the low ceiling bar, original beams and inglenook fireplaces it still retains its character.

The bar is comfortable and cosy, the perfect place to relax with friends or loved ones when enjoying a glass of wine from our extensive wine list, a pint from our selection of real ales on draught or even a warming cup of tea or coffee. Find out more here.

The restaurant consists of two distinct dining rooms, each offering their own unique style and atmosphere with either a garden or courtyard outlook. In summer months the garden and courtyard areas are opened up to offer alfresco dining while enjoying the occasional British sunshine!

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The Black Horse has built up a reputation for it’s fine food and beautiful surroundings which over the years have been awarded.

County Dining Pub of the Year 2015 – The Good Pub Guide
County Dining Pub of the Year 2014 – The Good Pub Guide
County Dining Pub of the Year 2013 – The Good Pub Guide
Rated #23 in the Top 50 Gastro Pubs in Britain 2012 – Budweiser Budvar and Morning Advertiser (as voted for by top industry experts)
Best Country Pub 2004-05 – Period Living and Traditional Homes
Rated in the top 100 Best of the Pubs 2009 – Eat Out Magazine
Recommended in the Michelin Guide 2014
Recommended in the AA Guide 2014
Food Hygiene Rating 5*

The Black Horse also has two double room chalets with en-suite, boasting modern décor, comfortable furnishings and high spec facilities. They have their own private entrance accessed by the garden. Find out more here.

We look forward to seeing you soon!