The Black Horse
Contact and location
Closed now Opens on Wednesday at 12:00
- Telephone
- 01462 811398
- Address
- The Black Horse
Ireland
Shefford SG17 5QL
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | –, – |
| Thursday | –, – |
| Friday | –, – |
| Saturday | –, – |
| Sunday Today | – |
Times shown in UK time. Opening hours can change on bank holidays and during the festive period.
Popular times Estimated
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About The Black Horse
Located in Shefford, The Black Horse is a pub serving British food. Its premises are on Ireland, postcode SG17 5QL. The venue falls within the Central Bedfordshire local authority area in East of England. The SG17 postcode district has 7 further listings on UK Rest, shown below.
The restaurant describes itself as follows: “Built in the 17th century, The Black Horse is an award-winning, traditional inn set in the small hamlet of Ireland, Bedfordshire. Bought by the Campbell’s in 1999, this family owned and run pub/restaurant has built up an excellent reputation over the years for providing outstanding fresh food, cooked by talented….” Its menu, as published online, runs to 29 items in 5 sections, with prices from £5 to £39.50. Prices are moderately priced, rated ££ on our three-point scale. The weekly closing days are Monday and Tuesday. Most days are split into separate lunch and dinner services.
Services include table bookings. Good to know: parking available and gluten-free options. At its latest food hygiene inspection on 21/05/2026, Central Bedfordshire gave it a rating of 5 (very good). The telephone number is 01462 811398.
Services and facilities
- Takes reservations
- Parking available
- Gluten-free options
Food hygiene rating
Food hygiene 5/5 (Very good) – inspected on by Central Bedfordshire. View on the Food Standards Agency website.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is The Black Horse?
The Black Horse is at Ireland, Shefford SG17 5QL. It is in the Central Bedfordshire council area.
What is the phone number for The Black Horse?
You can call The Black Horse on 01462 811398.
What are the opening hours of The Black Horse?
Monday to Tuesday: Closed; Wednesday to Thursday: 12:00–15:00, 18:00–23:00; Friday to Saturday: 12:00–15:00, 18:00–23:30; Sunday: 12:00–17:00. Hours can change on bank holidays, so please check with the restaurant before you travel.
Is The Black Horse open on Sundays?
Yes. On Sundays The Black Horse is open 12:00 to 17:00.
What type of food does The Black Horse serve?
The Black Horse serves Pub Food and British food. Its published menu lists 29 dishes.
Can I book a table at The Black Horse?
Yes, The Black Horse accepts table reservations. Call 01462 811398 to book.
Is there parking at The Black Horse?
The restaurant's website mentions that parking is available. Check with the restaurant for details.
How expensive is The Black Horse?
The Black Horse is moderately priced (££ on a scale of £ to £££). Menu prices range from £5 to £39.50.
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