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The Black Lion

The Black Lion

10 Bridge Street, Bishop's Stortford, CM23 2JY

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The Black Lion sits on Bridge Street in Bishop’s Stortford, a pub with outdoor seating and wheelchair access, and a layout that suits groups as well as smaller meet-ups. It also offers delivery, so it works as a stop-off for a drink or something to take away without staying in. On a visit, expect cocktails alongside the usual pub offer, plus a place that customers describe as lively, with music and a friendly mix of people. The staff are often singled out for being helpful and attentive, and there are mentions of special deals and themed nights adding something extra to the week. It seems to draw a younger crowd in particular, though those older than that are still mentioned as feeling comfortable there.

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Seats outsideGood for groupsDelivery availableDoes cocktailsWheelchair accessibleTraditional pub atmosphereCentral town locationRelaxed drinks spotFriendly local pub

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Reviews

4.0/ 5 on Google · 314 reviews

What customers say on Google

  • “Staff are great, treat you really well. Got good deals and also unique nights. Bryony, Zoe, winter, em, harry, Marcie, miles, carmen. All amazing staff and even better people. If your in a bad position they will help you…”
  • “Used to go there all the time.now a little less. If you under 30 years old, it's a good place Great music, nice atmosphere, people usually are friendly. If you over 30 like me. You can still go. Nobody gonna judge you, b…”
  • “I've been kicked out twice. The first for not buying a drink within 10 minutes of entering the pub. The later time I was kicked out for being cool. I enjoyed the Guinness though. And I would of bought another, and then p…”