Central Lancashire

Campaign for Real Ale

Campaign for Real Ale

Black Horse

166 Friargate
Preston
PR1 2EJ
Emailku.oc.notserp-esrohkcalb@seiriuqne Telephone(01772) 204855
Real AleReal FireQuiet PubFamily FriendlySeparate BarGamesCiderSmokingFunction RoomDog FriendlyWiFiLive MusicBeer Festivals
Opening times: Mon–Thu 11:00-23:00; Fri 11:00-24:00; Sat 10:00-24:00; Sun 12:00-23:00
Regular beers: Robinsons Dizzy Blonde, Robinsons Unicorn

See more about this pub on WhatPub, CAMRA's national pub guide.

Classic Victorian Grade II listed pub in the main shopping area close to the historic open market, with its tiled bar and walls and mosaic floor, it has a nationally important historic pub interior. The two front rooms, with real fires are adorned with Robinson's memorabilia and photos of old Preston; the famous "hall of mirrors" seating area is to the rear. There are ten handpumps usually featuring four Robinson's beers and four ever-changing guest beers coming from far and wide. These are sourced through Titanic but are not simply limited to their own range, so you're likely to find a varied range on offer. There is usually a range of flat ciders on offer too such as Old Rosie and Flat Tyre on the remaining handpumps. There is also an extensive range of pork pies from Jones of Huddersfield to compliment the drinks offering. There is an open smoking terrace and an upstairs function room, which is also now open every weekend as "Unplugged", a craft and cider bar with live music. Awarded the 2019/20 George Lee Memorial Trophy, the local branch's premier award.

Awards

  • Central Lancashire Branch Pub of the Year 2023
  • Central Lancashire Branch Pub of the Year 2024
  • Central Lancashire Branch Cider Pub of the Year 2024
  • Lancashire Branches Pub of the Year 2024
  • West Pennines Regional Cider Pub of the Year 2024

Historical Information Historic England