The Black Bull Inn
$148
/ night
Avg. for September
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$148
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at The Black Bull Inn average $73 in December, the cheapest month, and $156 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $77 |
| February | $75 |
| March | $82 |
| April | $126 |
| May | $153 |
| June | $155 |
| July | $150 |
| August | $156 |
| September | $148 |
| October | $122 |
| November | $90 |
| December | $73 |
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About this property
When you stay at The Black Bull Inn in Berwick-upon-Tweed, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lady Waterford Hall and Heatherslaw Light Railway. This inn is 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from Bamburgh Castle and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Holy ...
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At The Black Bull Inn, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 guestrooms.
Location
When you stay at The Black Bull Inn in Berwick-upon-Tweed, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lady Waterford Hall and Heatherslaw Light Railway. This inn is 14.1 mi (22.7 km) from Bamburgh Castle and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Holy Island Sands.
What's nearby
Lady Waterford Hall(4.6 miles)
Holy Island Sands(5.7 miles)
Heatherslaw Light Railway(5.9 miles)
Etal Castle(6.7 miles)
Cheswick Sands(6.9 miles)
Goswick Sands(7.2 miles)
Northumberland Coast(7.2 miles)
Goswick Links Golf Club(7.4 miles)
College Valley Estate(8.3 miles)
The Swan Centre for Leisure(8.6 miles)
Berwick Sports & Leisure Centre(8.8 miles)
Flodden Battlefield(8.8 miles)
Lindisfarne Centre(8.9 miles)
Belford and District Hidden History(8.9 miles)
Lindisfarne Priory(9 miles)
The preferred airport for The Black Bull Inn is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL)(57.2 miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Housekeeping
Banquet Facilities
Luggage Storage
Location
2-4 Main Street Lowick, Lowick, England, United Kingdom
Lady Waterford Hall (4.6 miles)
Holy Island Sands (5.7 miles)
Heatherslaw Light Railway (5.9 miles)
Etal Castle (6.7 miles)
Cheswick Sands (6.9 miles)
Goswick Sands (7.2 miles)
Guest reviews
9.4
Superb
Based on 501 verified reviews
What guests think
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At The Black Bull Inn, guests consistently praise friendly staff, comfortable modern rooms, and tasty, generous meals, noting a lively pub atmosphere and a quiet village setting that works well as a base for exploring Northumberland.
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What guests think
At The Black Bull Inn, guests consistently praise friendly staff, comfortable modern rooms, and tasty, generous meals, noting a lively pub atmosphere and a quiet village setting that works well as a base for exploring Northumberland.
Rooms and shared areas are frequently described as spotless. Some drawbacks include the building being closed until 4pm for check-in and limited indoor lounge space, plus isolated reports of bar noise, a small shower, or slow dinner service. It suits travelers seeking a relaxed pub stay and a practical base for touring the area.
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Facilities
Refurbished village inn with a lively bar and plenty of parking; atmosphere is often praised. A few note limited indoor lounge space and that the building is closed until 4pm for check-in.
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Mrs. Lesley
Dec 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Easy parking & a very comfortable place to stay. Excellent dinner. Breakfast lovely. Staff excellent.
Easy parking & a very comfortable place to stay. Excellent dinner. Breakfast lovely. Staff excellent.
10
Graham
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great pub with friendly staff Great food Lovely country pub
Great pub with friendly staff Great food Lovely country pub
10
Nancy
Nov 7, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The room was great, as was the food and the service. The only thing missing for me was a lounge area where i could just sit and read or have a coffee.
The room was great, as was the food and the service. The only thing missing for me was a lounge area where i could just sit and read or have a coffee.
10
Helen
Mar 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A lovely 2 night stay in a country village inn with plenty of parking. We loved the location, our room was clean with a comfy bed, the staff were welcoming and friendly and the food was of good quality. Great for exploring the Northumberland coast, particularly Lindisfarne, Berwick Upon Tweed and Bamburgh Castle - all close by.
A lovely 2 night stay in a country village inn with plenty of parking. We loved the location, our room was clean with a comfy bed, the staff were welcoming and friendly and the food was of good quality. Great for exploring the Northumberland coast, particularly Lindisfarne, Berwick Upon Tweed and Bamburgh Castle - all close by.
10
Mark
Oct 13, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really nice place to stop to split a long drive down south. Really good location for exploring more locally and good drinks and food in the pub. Definitely will be back.
Really nice place to stop to split a long drive down south. Really good location for exploring more locally and good drinks and food in the pub. Definitely will be back.
8
James
Jun 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very nice and spacious, with easy access to car parking.Staff were friendly. Sunday lunch was good, breakfast was OK.
Room was very nice and spacious, with easy access to car parking.Staff were friendly. Sunday lunch was good, breakfast was OK.
4
Cliff
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It states check in at earliest 4pm but no mention that the building is locked until 4pm so if you arrive early you cannot get any drinks. Accommodation was excellent but the whole area is taken up for dining with no real facility to sit and relax with a drink unless you go outside on benches. Diners are limited to 2 hours and then are required to leave to free the table.
It states check in at earliest 4pm but no mention that the building is locked until 4pm so if you arrive early you cannot get any drinks. Accommodation was excellent but the whole area is taken up for dining with no real facility to sit and relax with a drink unless you go outside on benches. Diners are limited to 2 hours and then are required to leave to free the table.
10
Irene
Jul 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Was a lovely experience staying on an overnight. All staff were just amazing. Had dinner and breakfast the next morning. The bar was well used by locals. Great atmosphere. Our room was absolutely gorgeous.
Was a lovely experience staying on an overnight. All staff were just amazing. Had dinner and breakfast the next morning. The bar was well used by locals. Great atmosphere. Our room was absolutely gorgeous.
10
James
Nov 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Warm welcome at this refurbished comfortable village pud. Good atmosphere with excellent food and drink.
Warm welcome at this refurbished comfortable village pud. Good atmosphere with excellent food and drink.
10
Jane
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Black Bull Inn was great, lovely accommodation and food and great bar and atmosphere. The breakfast was lovely too
The Black Bull Inn was great, lovely accommodation and food and great bar and atmosphere. The breakfast was lovely too
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is a strong point, with rooms and bathrooms frequently described as spotless and well maintained.
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Kathryn
Dec 29, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was spotless & comfortable. Food amazing & staff very friendly
Room was spotless & comfortable. Food amazing & staff very friendly
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Nicola
Apr 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really good one night stopover en route from London to Edinburgh by car. Clean and comfortable room, which was thoughtfully equipped. Wouldn't hesitate to book again, nor to recommend to others.
Really good one night stopover en route from London to Edinburgh by car. Clean and comfortable room, which was thoughtfully equipped. Wouldn't hesitate to book again, nor to recommend to others.
10
Helen
Mar 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A lovely 2 night stay in a country village inn with plenty of parking. We loved the location, our room was clean with a comfy bed, the staff were welcoming and friendly and the food was of good quality. Great for exploring the Northumberland coast, particularly Lindisfarne, Berwick Upon Tweed and Bamburgh Castle - all close by.
A lovely 2 night stay in a country village inn with plenty of parking. We loved the location, our room was clean with a comfy bed, the staff were welcoming and friendly and the food was of good quality. Great for exploring the Northumberland coast, particularly Lindisfarne, Berwick Upon Tweed and Bamburgh Castle - all close by.
10
Alan
Jan 16, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great spotless room and a great breakfast
Great spotless room and a great breakfast
10
Perry
Aug 10, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The room ( Bamburgh ) was very spacious and comfortable. The bed was huge and we got a good night sleep. The room and the hotel was very clean. The staff were helpful and cordial. The food was excellent both for breakfast and dinner. It is in an ideal location for visiting the local sights. It is in a quiet village. Highly recommend
The room ( Bamburgh ) was very spacious and comfortable. The bed was huge and we got a good night sleep. The room and the hotel was very clean. The staff were helpful and cordial. The food was excellent both for breakfast and dinner. It is in an ideal location for visiting the local sights. It is in a quiet village. Highly recommend
10
Nikita
Mar 19, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Looked like it has only just been refurbed. Everything was spotless and looked new, also lovely bar area and amazing breakfast.
Looked like it has only just been refurbed. Everything was spotless and looked new, also lovely bar area and amazing breakfast.
10
Maureen
Mar 29, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This was our first trip to Northumberland and we could not have chosen a better place to stay. The room was spacious and clean, the bed was very comfortable, the decor was calming and suited the room. The staff were all friendly and helpful. We ate twice in the restaurant during our three nights at the Black Bull. The food was fantastic. Good sized portions, well cooked with great flavour. The Game Goujons were very tasty as were the burgers we had in the first night. The next time we ate there we had the stone bass and the pie of the week. All was yummy, and the drinks were great too. Breakfast was included and the choice was lovely. The black bull breakfast was a winner all around. The Black Bull was a great base to explore the local area, with easy access to Holy Island and other historical sites. We would recommend a stay here and will be back.
This was our first trip to Northumberland and we could not have chosen a better place to stay. The room was spacious and clean, the bed was very comfortable, the decor was calming and suited the room. The staff were all friendly and helpful. We ate twice in the restaurant during our three nights at the Black Bull. The food was fantastic. Good sized portions, well cooked with great flavour. The Game Goujons were very tasty as were the burgers we had in the first night. The next time we ate there we had the stone bass and the pie of the week. All was yummy, and the drinks were great too. Breakfast was included and the choice was lovely. The black bull breakfast was a winner all around. The Black Bull was a great base to explore the local area, with easy access to Holy Island and other historical sites. We would recommend a stay here and will be back.
10
Paul
Nov 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a lovely 2 night stay in a beautiful room (Ford, room 2). The room was immaculately clean and very tastefully designed. The hotel throughout was clean and staff very polite and friendly. There was a lot of choice for breakfast and the food was served fresh and delicious. We ate an evening meal during our stay and were again spoiled for choice. The meal we chose was also delicious and the dessert was amazing too.
We had a lovely 2 night stay in a beautiful room (Ford, room 2). The room was immaculately clean and very tastefully designed. The hotel throughout was clean and staff very polite and friendly. There was a lot of choice for breakfast and the food was served fresh and delicious. We ate an evening meal during our stay and were again spoiled for choice. The meal we chose was also delicious and the dessert was amazing too.
10
owen
Dec 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
room spotless, staff sxcellent. food good, what more could you want.
room spotless, staff sxcellent. food good, what more could you want.
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Mei Yin
Feb 9, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean and food was amazing. I can’t ask for more.
Room was clean and food was amazing. I can’t ask for more.
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Rooms
Rooms are modern, spacious and comfortable, with quality furnishings and large beds in several rooms. A few quibbles appear, such as a worn sofa, a small shower, or noise from bar music in one room.
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Richard Walter
Dec 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely comfortable room. Super breakfast and evening meal.
Lovely comfortable room. Super breakfast and evening meal.
10
Nicola
Apr 18, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really good one night stopover en route from London to Edinburgh by car. Clean and comfortable room, which was thoughtfully equipped. Wouldn't hesitate to book again, nor to recommend to others.
Really good one night stopover en route from London to Edinburgh by car. Clean and comfortable room, which was thoughtfully equipped. Wouldn't hesitate to book again, nor to recommend to others.
10
Stephen
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stunning location, great rooms and amazing food.
Stunning location, great rooms and amazing food.
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Perry
Aug 10, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The room ( Bamburgh ) was very spacious and comfortable. The bed was huge and we got a good night sleep. The room and the hotel was very clean. The staff were helpful and cordial. The food was excellent both for breakfast and dinner. It is in an ideal location for visiting the local sights. It is in a quiet village. Highly recommend
The room ( Bamburgh ) was very spacious and comfortable. The bed was huge and we got a good night sleep. The room and the hotel was very clean. The staff were helpful and cordial. The food was excellent both for breakfast and dinner. It is in an ideal location for visiting the local sights. It is in a quiet village. Highly recommend
8
Wendy
Sep 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Inn was very tastefully decorated, the room we stayed in was nice the only issue we had with it was the shower was very small. Handing in the key I couldn’t find anyone to hand it to so called out to anyone in the kitchen where I was told “well you will have to wait”! VERY RUDE!! Not a nice end to to a nice stay .
The Inn was very tastefully decorated, the room we stayed in was nice the only issue we had with it was the shower was very small. Handing in the key I couldn’t find anyone to hand it to so called out to anyone in the kitchen where I was told “well you will have to wait”! VERY RUDE!! Not a nice end to to a nice stay .
10
Peter
Jul 3, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Rooms are well furnished with good quality furniture. Staff were friendly and very pleasant to talk to. Overall the establishment is a 5 star rating with excellent good quality meals both in the morning and at night. Ideal location for getting about the area and would highly recommend this venue.
Rooms are well furnished with good quality furniture. Staff were friendly and very pleasant to talk to. Overall the establishment is a 5 star rating with excellent good quality meals both in the morning and at night. Ideal location for getting about the area and would highly recommend this venue.
8
Philip
Nov 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice room But the speaker for the dining room music was on the ceiling under our room So no chance of an early night from us having an early start The the next morning music playing from 7:30 am so no lay in either
Very nice room But the speaker for the dining room music was on the ceiling under our room So no chance of an early night from us having an early start The the next morning music playing from 7:30 am so no lay in either
10
Eileen
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
First visit here and very pleasantly surprised. We arrived about 7pm and immediately you could feel it had a very good ambience. It was busy with most people enjoying an eveing meal. Staff were pleasant and helpful. We hadn't booked a table for our evening meal as we weren't sure of our plans when booking the room. However, on arrival staff enquired if we wished to dine and a table was reserved for us at 8pm. The food here very good and generous. I had duck spring rolls which were fab and my husbands chicken supreme was equally great. Looking around I could see diners really enjoying the food. We stayed in the Bamburgh room which was very spacious, comfy bed and a really lovely en suite bathroom which was beautifully done out complete with rain shower. The room and bathroom were nice and warm. Bathroom towels were lovely, soft and scrumptious. The only downside was there was a sofa located at the bottom of the bed which was quite worn and probably should be replaced but other than that the room was lovely and tastefully decorated. As mentioned, very spacious. Breakfast was help yourself to tea, coffee soft drinks, 4 types of cereal, toast (toast it yourself in the toasting machine which was the best I've ever used!) plain yohurt, grapes and melon. Orders were taken for your cooked selection, full english etc. A really lovely place with great food. Will definitely return as a stop off on our journeys to Scotland as its a short drive from the A1.
First visit here and very pleasantly surprised. We arrived about 7pm and immediately you could feel it had a very good ambience. It was busy with most people enjoying an eveing meal. Staff were pleasant and helpful. We hadn't booked a table for our evening meal as we weren't sure of our plans when booking the room. However, on arrival staff enquired if we wished to dine and a table was reserved for us at 8pm. The food here very good and generous. I had duck spring rolls which were fab and my husbands chicken supreme was equally great. Looking around I could see diners really enjoying the food. We stayed in the Bamburgh room which was very spacious, comfy bed and a really lovely en suite bathroom which was beautifully done out complete with rain shower. The room and bathroom were nice and warm. Bathroom towels were lovely, soft and scrumptious. The only downside was there was a sofa located at the bottom of the bed which was quite worn and probably should be replaced but other than that the room was lovely and tastefully decorated. As mentioned, very spacious. Breakfast was help yourself to tea, coffee soft drinks, 4 types of cereal, toast (toast it yourself in the toasting machine which was the best I've ever used!) plain yohurt, grapes and melon. Orders were taken for your cooked selection, full english etc. A really lovely place with great food. Will definitely return as a stop off on our journeys to Scotland as its a short drive from the A1.
10
Ian
Jul 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We really enjoyed our two nights in this recently refurbished hotel. Our room was spacious and the bathroom was first class. Great breakfasts and a very good, popular restaurant.
We really enjoyed our two nights in this recently refurbished hotel. Our room was spacious and the bathroom was first class. Great breakfasts and a very good, popular restaurant.
10
Ian
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Quiet location but only 20 mins to Berwick upon Tweed with Holy Island, Bamburgh and Alnwick within easy reach. Bedroom was huge with a comfy bed. Staff were pleasant. Good choice for breakfast and their evening meals were excellent. Restaurant gets very busy so its advisable to book a table.
Quiet location but only 20 mins to Berwick upon Tweed with Holy Island, Bamburgh and Alnwick within easy reach. Bedroom was huge with a comfy bed. Staff were pleasant. Good choice for breakfast and their evening meals were excellent. Restaurant gets very busy so its advisable to book a table.
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Service
Service is generally friendly, welcoming and helpful across stays. However, a few guests experienced brusque interactions around check-in or delays at dinner.
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R. David
Aug 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Overnight stay. Second visit to the Black Bull. Staff friendly. Would love to return.
Overnight stay. Second visit to the Black Bull. Staff friendly. Would love to return.
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Elizabeth
Jun 26, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
All aspects of the Black Bull from hotel itself to food, staff and location were brilliant. The only problem was you cannot check in before 4pm. We arrived at 3.40pm and were not allowed even into the building. We sat in the car park. Not the best welcome. Maybe an overzealous member of staff abiding by the booking in time, but thankfully following that episode, everything else was magnificent.
All aspects of the Black Bull from hotel itself to food, staff and location were brilliant. The only problem was you cannot check in before 4pm. We arrived at 3.40pm and were not allowed even into the building. We sat in the car park. Not the best welcome. Maybe an overzealous member of staff abiding by the booking in time, but thankfully following that episode, everything else was magnificent.
10
DAVID
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Set in a quiet village but only a few miles from the A1 so makes a perfect base for exploring Northumberland,. Friendly staff lovely rooms and really nice food , the breakfast especially so good , would recommend to anyone .
Set in a quiet village but only a few miles from the A1 so makes a perfect base for exploring Northumberland,. Friendly staff lovely rooms and really nice food , the breakfast especially so good , would recommend to anyone .
10
Christopher
Jun 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Black Bull is a wonderful place to stay whilst in Northumberland. The rooms are modern, well furnished and clean. The staff are friendly and caring. At breakfast there is a good selection of dishes, all good quality food. The only complaint we had was the length of time it took to be served dinner. Whether they had staffing problems that night I don't know, but from arriving, and the table was pre-booked, it took about an hour for us too get our food. When it came through, it was delicious.
The Black Bull is a wonderful place to stay whilst in Northumberland. The rooms are modern, well furnished and clean. The staff are friendly and caring. At breakfast there is a good selection of dishes, all good quality food. The only complaint we had was the length of time it took to be served dinner. Whether they had staffing problems that night I don't know, but from arriving, and the table was pre-booked, it took about an hour for us too get our food. When it came through, it was delicious.
10
Karen
Aug 6, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We were early by half an hour, abrutly told by lady on the bar that check in was from 4. I only asked if this was where we checked in. First impression matter. Otherwise a lovely stay. Would return.
We were early by half an hour, abrutly told by lady on the bar that check in was from 4. I only asked if this was where we checked in. First impression matter. Otherwise a lovely stay. Would return.
10
Duncan
Apr 2, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very friendly staff and the room was very comfortable. Breakfast was excellent and good choice of drinks in the bar
Very friendly staff and the room was very comfortable. Breakfast was excellent and good choice of drinks in the bar
10
Brenda
Sep 22, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very comfortable stay at Black Bull - ideal location for visiting around the area, Bamburgh , Lindisfarne, Seahouses - a lovely few days, good food and friendly helpful staff - thank you
Very comfortable stay at Black Bull - ideal location for visiting around the area, Bamburgh , Lindisfarne, Seahouses - a lovely few days, good food and friendly helpful staff - thank you
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Wendy
Sep 26, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Inn was very tastefully decorated, the room we stayed in was nice the only issue we had with it was the shower was very small. Handing in the key I couldn’t find anyone to hand it to so called out to anyone in the kitchen where I was told “well you will have to wait”! VERY RUDE!! Not a nice end to to a nice stay .
The Inn was very tastefully decorated, the room we stayed in was nice the only issue we had with it was the shower was very small. Handing in the key I couldn’t find anyone to hand it to so called out to anyone in the kitchen where I was told “well you will have to wait”! VERY RUDE!! Not a nice end to to a nice stay .
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Eileen
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
First visit here and very pleasantly surprised. We arrived about 7pm and immediately you could feel it had a very good ambience. It was busy with most people enjoying an eveing meal. Staff were pleasant and helpful. We hadn't booked a table for our evening meal as we weren't sure of our plans when booking the room. However, on arrival staff enquired if we wished to dine and a table was reserved for us at 8pm. The food here very good and generous. I had duck spring rolls which were fab and my husbands chicken supreme was equally great. Looking around I could see diners really enjoying the food. We stayed in the Bamburgh room which was very spacious, comfy bed and a really lovely en suite bathroom which was beautifully done out complete with rain shower. The room and bathroom were nice and warm. Bathroom towels were lovely, soft and scrumptious. The only downside was there was a sofa located at the bottom of the bed which was quite worn and probably should be replaced but other than that the room was lovely and tastefully decorated. As mentioned, very spacious. Breakfast was help yourself to tea, coffee soft drinks, 4 types of cereal, toast (toast it yourself in the toasting machine which was the best I've ever used!) plain yohurt, grapes and melon. Orders were taken for your cooked selection, full english etc. A really lovely place with great food. Will definitely return as a stop off on our journeys to Scotland as its a short drive from the A1.
First visit here and very pleasantly surprised. We arrived about 7pm and immediately you could feel it had a very good ambience. It was busy with most people enjoying an eveing meal. Staff were pleasant and helpful. We hadn't booked a table for our evening meal as we weren't sure of our plans when booking the room. However, on arrival staff enquired if we wished to dine and a table was reserved for us at 8pm. The food here very good and generous. I had duck spring rolls which were fab and my husbands chicken supreme was equally great. Looking around I could see diners really enjoying the food. We stayed in the Bamburgh room which was very spacious, comfy bed and a really lovely en suite bathroom which was beautifully done out complete with rain shower. The room and bathroom were nice and warm. Bathroom towels were lovely, soft and scrumptious. The only downside was there was a sofa located at the bottom of the bed which was quite worn and probably should be replaced but other than that the room was lovely and tastefully decorated. As mentioned, very spacious. Breakfast was help yourself to tea, coffee soft drinks, 4 types of cereal, toast (toast it yourself in the toasting machine which was the best I've ever used!) plain yohurt, grapes and melon. Orders were taken for your cooked selection, full english etc. A really lovely place with great food. Will definitely return as a stop off on our journeys to Scotland as its a short drive from the A1.
10
Thomas
Nov 25, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were great
Staff were great
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Location
Quiet village setting close to the A1, making it a convenient base for Holy Island, Bamburgh, and Berwick upon Tweed. One review notes there isn’t much immediately around.
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DAVID
Aug 26, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Set in a quiet village but only a few miles from the A1 so makes a perfect base for exploring Northumberland,. Friendly staff lovely rooms and really nice food , the breakfast especially so good , would recommend to anyone .
Set in a quiet village but only a few miles from the A1 so makes a perfect base for exploring Northumberland,. Friendly staff lovely rooms and really nice food , the breakfast especially so good , would recommend to anyone .
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Øyvind
Jul 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great food, nice room. Not very much around, but got a good night sleep
Great food, nice room. Not very much around, but got a good night sleep
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Helen
Mar 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A lovely 2 night stay in a country village inn with plenty of parking. We loved the location, our room was clean with a comfy bed, the staff were welcoming and friendly and the food was of good quality. Great for exploring the Northumberland coast, particularly Lindisfarne, Berwick Upon Tweed and Bamburgh Castle - all close by.
A lovely 2 night stay in a country village inn with plenty of parking. We loved the location, our room was clean with a comfy bed, the staff were welcoming and friendly and the food was of good quality. Great for exploring the Northumberland coast, particularly Lindisfarne, Berwick Upon Tweed and Bamburgh Castle - all close by.
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Stephen
Oct 17, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stunning location, great rooms and amazing food.
Stunning location, great rooms and amazing food.
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Helen
Aug 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Set on a lovely quiet village
Set on a lovely quiet village
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BARBARA
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and good restaurant
Great location and good restaurant
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Neill
Mar 20, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We needed a base to explore the area and the Black Bull Inn was ideal. The friendly staff made us feel at home, our room was comfortable and had refreshment facilities. The food was to a high standard and the choice was comprehensive. We would stay there again when revisiting the area. It is close to Lindisfarne,Holy Island and other interesting places such as Seahouses and Berwick upon Tweed.
We needed a base to explore the area and the Black Bull Inn was ideal. The friendly staff made us feel at home, our room was comfortable and had refreshment facilities. The food was to a high standard and the choice was comprehensive. We would stay there again when revisiting the area. It is close to Lindisfarne,Holy Island and other interesting places such as Seahouses and Berwick upon Tweed.
8
Caroline
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A nice comfy pub in a convenient location to explore Northumberland. The food was very good too.
A nice comfy pub in a convenient location to explore Northumberland. The food was very good too.
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Eileen
Sep 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
First visit here and very pleasantly surprised. We arrived about 7pm and immediately you could feel it had a very good ambience. It was busy with most people enjoying an eveing meal. Staff were pleasant and helpful. We hadn't booked a table for our evening meal as we weren't sure of our plans when booking the room. However, on arrival staff enquired if we wished to dine and a table was reserved for us at 8pm. The food here very good and generous. I had duck spring rolls which were fab and my husbands chicken supreme was equally great. Looking around I could see diners really enjoying the food. We stayed in the Bamburgh room which was very spacious, comfy bed and a really lovely en suite bathroom which was beautifully done out complete with rain shower. The room and bathroom were nice and warm. Bathroom towels were lovely, soft and scrumptious. The only downside was there was a sofa located at the bottom of the bed which was quite worn and probably should be replaced but other than that the room was lovely and tastefully decorated. As mentioned, very spacious. Breakfast was help yourself to tea, coffee soft drinks, 4 types of cereal, toast (toast it yourself in the toasting machine which was the best I've ever used!) plain yohurt, grapes and melon. Orders were taken for your cooked selection, full english etc. A really lovely place with great food. Will definitely return as a stop off on our journeys to Scotland as its a short drive from the A1.
First visit here and very pleasantly surprised. We arrived about 7pm and immediately you could feel it had a very good ambience. It was busy with most people enjoying an eveing meal. Staff were pleasant and helpful. We hadn't booked a table for our evening meal as we weren't sure of our plans when booking the room. However, on arrival staff enquired if we wished to dine and a table was reserved for us at 8pm. The food here very good and generous. I had duck spring rolls which were fab and my husbands chicken supreme was equally great. Looking around I could see diners really enjoying the food. We stayed in the Bamburgh room which was very spacious, comfy bed and a really lovely en suite bathroom which was beautifully done out complete with rain shower. The room and bathroom were nice and warm. Bathroom towels were lovely, soft and scrumptious. The only downside was there was a sofa located at the bottom of the bed which was quite worn and probably should be replaced but other than that the room was lovely and tastefully decorated. As mentioned, very spacious. Breakfast was help yourself to tea, coffee soft drinks, 4 types of cereal, toast (toast it yourself in the toasting machine which was the best I've ever used!) plain yohurt, grapes and melon. Orders were taken for your cooked selection, full english etc. A really lovely place with great food. Will definitely return as a stop off on our journeys to Scotland as its a short drive from the A1.
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Ian
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Quiet location but only 20 mins to Berwick upon Tweed with Holy Island, Bamburgh and Alnwick within easy reach. Bedroom was huge with a comfy bed. Staff were pleasant. Good choice for breakfast and their evening meals were excellent. Restaurant gets very busy so its advisable to book a table.
Quiet location but only 20 mins to Berwick upon Tweed with Holy Island, Bamburgh and Alnwick within easy reach. Bedroom was huge with a comfy bed. Staff were pleasant. Good choice for breakfast and their evening meals were excellent. Restaurant gets very busy so its advisable to book a table.
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Dining
Breakfast and dinners receive strong praise for quality, flavor and generous portions; the restaurant can be busy so booking is advisable. Some caveats include a menu leaning toward game with limited vegetarian or vegan options, and occasional slow service or cooler dishes.
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Tracey
Apr 1, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent on all levels. A variety of vegetarian/vegan options on the menu rather than one choice, would be a tiny improvement on perfection.
Excellent on all levels. A variety of vegetarian/vegan options on the menu rather than one choice, would be a tiny improvement on perfection.
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Linda
Jun 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Well renovated but a pity there is no character like beams which havebeen removed. The staff were all lovely. My dinner could have been warmer!
Well renovated but a pity there is no character like beams which havebeen removed. The staff were all lovely. My dinner could have been warmer!
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pauline
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The restaurant was excellent with a fabulous selection of dishes using local produce.
The restaurant was excellent with a fabulous selection of dishes using local produce.
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Christopher
Jun 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The Black Bull is a wonderful place to stay whilst in Northumberland. The rooms are modern, well furnished and clean. The staff are friendly and caring. At breakfast there is a good selection of dishes, all good quality food. The only complaint we had was the length of time it took to be served dinner. Whether they had staffing problems that night I don't know, but from arriving, and the table was pre-booked, it took about an hour for us too get our food. When it came through, it was delicious.
The Black Bull is a wonderful place to stay whilst in Northumberland. The rooms are modern, well furnished and clean. The staff are friendly and caring. At breakfast there is a good selection of dishes, all good quality food. The only complaint we had was the length of time it took to be served dinner. Whether they had staffing problems that night I don't know, but from arriving, and the table was pre-booked, it took about an hour for us too get our food. When it came through, it was delicious.
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Daniel
Sep 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very comfortable inn with rooms. Room was very nice and food in restaurant had good choice, was tasty and offered lots of gluten free choices.
Very comfortable inn with rooms. Room was very nice and food in restaurant had good choice, was tasty and offered lots of gluten free choices.
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Vic
Apr 10, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent accommodation and friendly staff. The only area to consider was the evening meals menu which seemed to be dominated by "game". Cooked breakfasts are the the best I have ever had!!!!!
Excellent accommodation and friendly staff. The only area to consider was the evening meals menu which seemed to be dominated by "game". Cooked breakfasts are the the best I have ever had!!!!!
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Stephen
Oct 30, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Warm welcome, super room, excellent dinner and wonderful breakfast
Warm welcome, super room, excellent dinner and wonderful breakfast
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Maureen
Mar 29, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
This was our first trip to Northumberland and we could not have chosen a better place to stay. The room was spacious and clean, the bed was very comfortable, the decor was calming and suited the room. The staff were all friendly and helpful. We ate twice in the restaurant during our three nights at the Black Bull. The food was fantastic. Good sized portions, well cooked with great flavour. The Game Goujons were very tasty as were the burgers we had in the first night. The next time we ate there we had the stone bass and the pie of the week. All was yummy, and the drinks were great too. Breakfast was included and the choice was lovely. The black bull breakfast was a winner all around. The Black Bull was a great base to explore the local area, with easy access to Holy Island and other historical sites. We would recommend a stay here and will be back.
This was our first trip to Northumberland and we could not have chosen a better place to stay. The room was spacious and clean, the bed was very comfortable, the decor was calming and suited the room. The staff were all friendly and helpful. We ate twice in the restaurant during our three nights at the Black Bull. The food was fantastic. Good sized portions, well cooked with great flavour. The Game Goujons were very tasty as were the burgers we had in the first night. The next time we ate there we had the stone bass and the pie of the week. All was yummy, and the drinks were great too. Breakfast was included and the choice was lovely. The black bull breakfast was a winner all around. The Black Bull was a great base to explore the local area, with easy access to Holy Island and other historical sites. We would recommend a stay here and will be back.
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Ian
May 29, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Quiet location but only 20 mins to Berwick upon Tweed with Holy Island, Bamburgh and Alnwick within easy reach. Bedroom was huge with a comfy bed. Staff were pleasant. Good choice for breakfast and their evening meals were excellent. Restaurant gets very busy so its advisable to book a table.
Quiet location but only 20 mins to Berwick upon Tweed with Holy Island, Bamburgh and Alnwick within easy reach. Bedroom was huge with a comfy bed. Staff were pleasant. Good choice for breakfast and their evening meals were excellent. Restaurant gets very busy so its advisable to book a table.
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Jane
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Black Bull Inn was great, lovely accommodation and food and great bar and atmosphere. The breakfast was lovely too
The Black Bull Inn was great, lovely accommodation and food and great bar and atmosphere. The breakfast was lovely too
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Eleanor
Jul 3, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The food, the staff and the rooms were fantastic. Definitely recommend!
The food, the staff and the rooms were fantastic. Definitely recommend!
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Karl
Jun 7, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Fantastic base for a trip to Berwick and Lindisfarne. The staff could not have been more helpful and we enjoyed an excellent dinner and breakfast, the locally sourced ingredients being of high quality. The bedroom was clean and the whole pub appeared to have been recently freshened up. We would definitely stay here again if we’re in the area.
Fantastic base for a trip to Berwick and Lindisfarne. The staff could not have been more helpful and we enjoyed an excellent dinner and breakfast, the locally sourced ingredients being of high quality. The bedroom was clean and the whole pub appeared to have been recently freshened up. We would definitely stay here again if we’re in the area.
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STUART
May 31, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
A great one night stop over on our return to York from the Island of Skye. After 8 hours travelling the inn was a welcome sight. Staff lovely. Bar well stocked. Food excellent - can recommend the Venison Pie! Breakfast was great too. Plenty to fill up with. Prices were very good too. Only tiny gripe was the room was a little too warm. No air conditioning (which we didn’t expect it to have) but a fan would have been an improvement. We would definitely stay again if we are in the area.
A great one night stop over on our return to York from the Island of Skye. After 8 hours travelling the inn was a welcome sight. Staff lovely. Bar well stocked. Food excellent - can recommend the Venison Pie! Breakfast was great too. Plenty to fill up with. Prices were very good too. Only tiny gripe was the room was a little too warm. No air conditioning (which we didn’t expect it to have) but a fan would have been an improvement. We would definitely stay again if we are in the area.
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Sue
May 23, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely stay. Would recommend.
Lovely stay. Would recommend.
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elaine and don
May 15, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
ideal place for a break due to great parking, an assortment of items for breakfast, own privacy. comfortable rooms and a lovely warm bathroom. Could nt wish for anything better. We travel around the country frequently and have,nt stayed anywhere as comfortable. Just as long as they keep the present chef!!!!
ideal place for a break due to great parking, an assortment of items for breakfast, own privacy. comfortable rooms and a lovely warm bathroom. Could nt wish for anything better. We travel around the country frequently and have,nt stayed anywhere as comfortable. Just as long as they keep the present chef!!!!
FAQs about The Black Bull Inn
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available onsite, and it is an on-site parking facility.
Is breakfast offered at the hotel?
Breakfast is available for a fee at the hotel's restaurant.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 16:00 to 22:30, and check-out is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What is the location like in relation to nearby attractions?
The property is located in Berwick-upon-Tweed, within a 10-minute drive of Lady Waterford Hall and Heatherslaw Light Railway. It is 14.1 miles from Bamburgh Castle and 5.7 miles from Holy Island Sands.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and there is no minimum age specified for children to stay for free.
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Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards
- A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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