The Black Bull

We enjoyed our stay at the Black bull . The host Claire was fantastic she went out of her way to make us feel welcome.even providing some breakfast to go as we were vacating early. The room was a little dated and in need of some TLC the TV very small the linen was fresh and the room was clean and tidy. The ambiance of the Pub and the amazing food will make sure that we return

This is a great pub in a beautiful village. It’s an old pub so the room is how you would expect but it’s always clean and the staff do their very best. It includes breakfast which was very well cooked. Evening meal is optional. We didn’t stay there for dinner this time but we have always had lovely meals. We go there to visit family but there is so much to see in the area.

We stayed at the Black Bull using a buy a gift voucher we'd recieved for Christmas. We arrived at about 2pm and were greeted by the lovely pub manager 'Iain'. He gave us our key and directed us to the room (there is only one room). He explained that the pub didn't open until 5pm (it's a very small village) but was happy to give some suggestions for an open pub. The room was basic but clean. It could do with a little updating but they are very aware of this and it is next on their list. The bed was extremely comfortable and an oil heater was provided. Please remember this is a very old building so is more than likely listed so they will be restricted as to what they can do to it such as install double glazing but Iain will be more than happy to help make you more comfortable if you find it is too chilly. The pub was marvelous! Iain and the team are so friendly and welcoming. If they see you have an empty glass they'll come and collect it, ask you if you'd like another and then bring it over too you during quieter times. He certainly knows his trade and was able to answer even the most random of questions put to him. It had a beautiful fire which was kept going all evening and we noticed that as the locals walked in the door Iain had poured there favourite pint before they'd even made it too the bar. This service didn't stop at the locals though, we walked in the door on the second evening and he asked us if we wanted what we had before having remembered from the night before. The food was amazing, moreish and generously portioned. Complements to the chef (who we believe is also the landlord?) as all the meals we had were absolutely beautiful! Our breakfasts were delicious and they even made sure we had our black pudding (a must for us). Breakfast was cooked by the lovely Sue who is also the housekeeper who clearly takes pride in her job. Sometimes in small village pubs it can have a feeling resembling The Slaughtered Lamb but we never once felt this and in fact chose to spend our evenings in the pub rather than going elsewhere. We would highly recommend The Black Bull for staying, drinking and eating. A huge thank you to Iain and the team for making us do very welcome!

Staff very welcoming. Pub and restaurant very nice

This is very convenient for us when we visit relatives in this and the next village. The main thing for me is that my room is clean, which it certainly was. Lovely staff, good breakfast.

Really welcoming and in a picturesque location, room was comfortable and clean. Food was really nice in the pub.

Passed this Inn many times over the years whilst working as a courier and whilst staying at Rutland Caravan and Motorhome site. Due to the more local pubs which were within local walking distance, unable to offer up Sunday lunch. I phoned the Black Bull, they were very friendly so I booked for Sunday dinner for my wife and myself. I can only say I'm glad I did as soon as we arrived we ordered some drinks and were shown to our table by a very pleasant young lady, our order was taken after being seated, after a very brief wait our food was served and both my wife and I commented about the ample portions and variety, hot and really tasty. The Roast veg of parsnips and roast potato's and glazed carrots were the best we've eaten, both the beef and pork were cooked to perfection and as for gravy, the only way to describe the taste was mind blowing. Would we come again? Too right, would we recommend Oh yes.

We were disappointed by the prices of other accomodation in the area, so booked the Black Bull because it seemed very reasonable and included breakfast! The room was basic, but had everything needed with a comfortable bed, powerful shower and copious supplies of tea and coffee. There was a warm welcome from the landlord who did everything he could to make our stay enjoyable. The pub itself is a traditional country pub and seems to have the enthusiastic support of the locals. The full English breakfast was lovely too. Would recommend this accomodation to anyone wanting a traditional bed and breakfast experience with character. Quite close to Rutland water - a great location for hiking, sailing and biking.

Very cramped and very basic. Don't look too closely at the carpets or cleanliness. I would have given it 1 star but breakfast was decent. Miles from Rutland water. I left a jumper there and despite me sending up postage paid packaging and Iain repeatedly saying he would send it back, he obviously couldn't be bothered.