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3.8

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Nº 398 in 573 in Chelmsford

Nº 76 of 95 Other cuisines in Chelmsford

CUSTOMERS TALK ABOUT DISHES WITH..bull

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Great Family pub lovley atmosphere, with amazing staff and fab food half price Thursday meals are a total must the standard of the food is amazing, and Tracie on of the cook is renowned for her Cheesy Garlic Bread. There is a large function area used for parties wedding receptions and wakes meetings and weekly soft play for the tots. Weekly Bingo on Sunday Evenings and Wednesday lunchtimes are great fun and you will be warmly welcomed. Rachel and the staff are friendly helpful and Considerate. Pool tables, garden area with play stuff for kiddies. This pub really does cater for all and you will be made most welcome

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Christine S . 2024-09-26

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This is a great pub for good food and a great fun time playing Bingo for a couple of hours on a Wednesday lunch time Well worth a visit

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Sheila B . 2024-09-25

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We popped by on the off chance as were visiting relatives in the area. We both had a ploughman’s and chips plus soft drink. It was served beautifully on a board, it was really tasty, and so filling. Really friendly staff. I’d have no problem returning if we are in the area again.

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Karen D . 2024-09-22

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The Black bull is, in my opinion, a very typical English pub. The atmosphere is welcoming and comfortable and the greeting was very friendly. I was there to have a bite to eat and pass an hour or two whilst waiting for a later appointment. For a pub, the menu is extensive and I opted for a BBQ burger. The burger was quite honestly one of the best I have had in this country. Perfectly cooked with cheese, bacon, onion rings and a barbecue sauce. The accompanying salad and chips were perfect. Altogether an offering that makes some very familiar names fade into obscurity! A special mention to Josie who produced the masterpiece! Very well done Black Bull!

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Allen M . 2024-05-31

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hi , we rented the function room yesterday for my mothers wake, they laid on a buffet at a very fair price, there was plenty enough food, everyone was happy and well fed, It seemed a friendly pub not far from the crematorium. i don't think they even charged us for the function room which has its own bar, they played some fitting music and also did a memory table for us with candles to puts photos and bits on, no complaints what so ever, many thanks to the polite and helpful staff, also very good communication,

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imahappychappie . 2024-02-08

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Really nice pub to go and chill out Brought one of my work colleagues in for some grub and both loved it The big one burger Deffo hits the spot and filling 😍😍 Massive thank you to Brooke for cooking the food as it was delicious and massive thank u to tamsin for serving us Will defo he returning 😊😊👌

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Phil goleby . 2023-10-27

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I come to the pub most days to get some lunch or dinner as the food here is lovely and really good value 😋 Gotta say the service is really nice and welcoming always get a hello when coming in Would definitely recommend to friends and family 😁

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Phil goleby . 2023-06-23

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We moved to Chelmsford a few months ago but unfortunately recently lost my mother in law. We booked to have the wake here and I must say that they were so lovely and friendly. Tamsin and the other staff were amazing 👏 and I can't thank them enough for such a lovely day. Thank you all ❤️

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Darren M . 2023-06-22

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Three members of staff were sat on barstools behind bar. Bars both sides were covered with used dirty glasses and empty screwed up crisp packets. Non of the staff greeted me or asked me what I wanted. Stood there for about 15 minutes. I only got served after enquiring if last orders had been called. Bar staff were serving other people who had not been waiting as long as I had

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Peter G . 2023-06-21

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We had my Nan’s wake here and everything was lovely, the food, the staff and atmosphere. Very attentive to our family. Big shout out to Josie, who is wonderful and endlessly helpful x

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lauragX6513RN . 2023-06-14

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His is a wonderful local pub. It is a great place for families..and has an area for children to play in. The food is always good.

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C9536LHjacquelined . 2023-05-05

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Lovely cosy friendly pub! Staff are super friendly! Great for parties as well, decorations are outstanding they make so much effort! Love the pub grub! I will be definitely be back again.

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Lisa A . 2023-03-31

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A fairly unspectacular piece freeing from this pub. Not much of a welcome. No real effort. Food delivered to my table. Had to get my own cutlery and condiments. Tables generally dirty. Food was okay. Not totally worth the money I paid for it. Absolutely no engagement or effort to make me ever want to return. Nothing charming at all. I’m sure perhaps at other times this place may be warm and welcoming but on this occasion it was a bit grim and totally underwhelming.

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WMJAB . 2023-03-15

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My friends and family organised a surprise 40th party for me in the function room at the Black Bull and it was an amazing night. I cannot praise the staff enough for all they did - the lights, the decorations, the food! They were so friendly and welcoming and did everything they could to ensure that myself and all my guests had the best night. I cannot recommend the Black Bull highly enough - they have everything you need for a party and I would definitely use them again. Thank you so much!

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hayleyc132 . 2023-01-08

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Such a lovely friendly pub. Went along after a fb post about free Christmas parties. Activity table and entertainment for 2 hours. Thank you, it was great

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DianeB187 . 2022-12-12

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The Black Bull in Chelmsford is always a wonderful place to visit, whether it's for a drink a meal, a social evening ..sport or family entertainment. Service is always excellent and access is easy.

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C9536LHjacquelined . 2022-11-13

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Lovely food and lots of drink offers specially as a gin liver there's lots of choice. The staff always are friendly and chatty. Also been to a few parties here and they've always done amazing.

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paigehJ5135SE . 2022-06-20

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I like to start by saying what a great family run public house. The landlady is very friendly and helpful and what a lovely family she has. Very pleasent atmosphere and beautiful garden with a play area for children. They also do lovely meals which i was told they did half price meals on thursdays. Which we will try. They have lots of activites such as bingo on sunday and wed mormings. Also have a venue which you can book free of charge for partys etc also do buffets. One to keep in mind. Will be going back with my family and friends. Nice to see there are still family friendly public houses about

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W4777SOtraceyh . 2022-06-20

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went here for lunch 17th June sat in garden food was not brilliant but then a so called wake turned up supposedly paying there respects god knows how they behave when not being respectful most of the male stripped to the waist to show there belly and tattoos they spent rest of afternoon getting very drunk shouting swearing and smoking so much drugs the whole garden which had a load of children in it smelt like a drug den. Staff completely ignored the illegal drug use and swearing despite the number of children there. My recommendation is steer well clear of this place

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tinacook1974 . 2022-06-18

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A traditional pub but always happy to please and serves good food. Good range of beers available. Children and dog friendly.

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38KarenEM . 2022-06-17

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Before the pandemic I enjoyed the food here, sadly standards have dropped. I had fish chips an mushy peas and the fish was hard and over cooked My partner had jacket potato with tuna and salad, lukewarm and not crispy. Not as expected and along...

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EssexChelmsford73 . 2022-06-16

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I had not visited this pub before but this will not be the last. I popped in and booked a date for my late wife's wake to cater for about 50 guests. Rachel was very pleasant and helpful. On the day a photo of my...

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Rapc140 . 2021-10-06

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Visited with my daughter and grandchildren. A good menu and reasonably priced. The girl who waited on us was really nice and helpful with the grandchildren. Would recommend. Regards John

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johnsM457DT . 2020-10-28

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Took my partner, daughter and grandchildren. Had a really nice lunch and the staff couldn't have been nicer. Would recommend to all families.

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W2245MSterrys . 2020-08-24

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Excellent family pub. Welcoming, and great food. It’s not a chain. But a truly family run place. They can not do enough for you! If you get some food - always ask for Paul (landlord) to cook - AMAZING!

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VenessaW . 2020-03-17

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I booked Black bull for my little boys 6th birthday, I'm so glad I did. The staff went above and beyond for him. I told the owner Rachel, that he liked super heros and when we arrived she had decorated the whole space with an...

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mariafegan5 . 2020-02-04

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Brilliant landlady. Excellent price for party buffet. More the happy to set everything up for you made it look amazing

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Bubblybliss198 . 2019-09-29

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Had my daughters 13th birthday party there. Really good space and easy to book in advance. Staff are friendly and good service. We all had a good time. Would definitely recommend.

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Ross L . 2019-08-09

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Recently held an engagement party for my daughter at The Black Bull, and I must say it was excellent.

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JP8791 . 2019-08-05

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This is a good traditional local pub which has something for everybody.

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D_Shep1958 . 2019-08-02

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Spent a lovely warm sunny afternoon in the beer garden at The Black Bull.

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ChrisBarow1975 . 2019-07-24

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We always stop at The Black Bull whenever we attend The Chelmsford Beer Festival as its situated opposite Admirals Park, but what a transformation! The new owners have really gone to town this past year with fresh new decor, and large play area for the...

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Rob F . 2019-07-12

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I wanted to support my local pub but when I asked for two high chairs they were absolutely filthy with one strap not working so my friend had to leave with her two upset unfed babies. Plus as a group we received very un-friendly looks from the patrons whenever the babies cried.

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yunitaphillips . 2019-07-11

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My girlfiend and I had to leave after I was aggressively confronted by a male who was clearly spoiling for a fight. This was after two police cars had arrived on site looking for drugs. And we thought this was a friendly local, will not be returning.

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Peter C . 2019-06-15

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I booked through my Dine card for a lunchtime meal. I ordered our drinks and food at the bar off a reasonably small menu. I tried to set up a tab using my debit card and the waitress insisted in retaining my card, so I...

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89PaulB . 2019-01-24

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Nicely situated on a main road with good parking. Nice friendly atmosphere with a great selection of drinks. A nice garden with children's play area. Very family friendly.

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Rob M . 2018-09-02

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Our local pub. Friendly and no frills good basic food. Families welcomed. Good selection of beers. Children's play area.

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38KarenEM . 2018-08-01

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Fantastic place to visit with children beautiful garden and great fun for the children to play they have a climbing frame black board for them to do pictures. Food is fantastic great menu. Great staff and very friendly. Well worth the visit.

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W4777SOtraceyh . 2018-07-09

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Our Daughters held a Charity Fundraising evening to raise money for their trip to Namibia with World Challenge. We had a quiz night with great food and a well stocked Bar. Very professional and helpful staff. The Landlady was exceptional , a very well run...

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419jillh . 2018-06-22

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This is a traditional pub in a good location opposite a park and with easy parking. The staff were nice and friendly. The food was fine traditional 'pub grub' and was good value for money. Good range of beers etc.

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ianwill549 . 2017-12-15

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A wonderful cheap meal that was great. Good beer and lovely locals set me up for the weekend. Will visit more often

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Rob T . 2017-10-20

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what a let down... from the exterior....... needs a good tidy. Food ok not fresh shame as it is a great location. Even as a smoker myself the fumes from e cigs at bar a real put off.

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Maxine H . 2017-09-16

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This pub needs some attention with tired decor and a dated interior. The beer garden is in the same way

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merlin03 . 2017-04-17

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Mi compañero me alojé recientemente en Chelmsford para trabajar y encontramos este pequeño tesoro.

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peter o . 2017-02-19

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Usted siempre conseguir algo en el bol. El servicio es fantástico y el personal es muy amable. Volvería encantado como mujer sola, ya que la gente siempre charlar con usted.

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xxxhodgexxx . 2016-08-06

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Es justo en la calle de nosotros y es una casa a medio camino si nos apetece una pinta en el camino a casa de compras. Hemos comido aquí varias veces, y es bueno, honesto, comida de pub preparado. Y un montón de. No hay nada pretencioso- es la comida que su madre sin cocinar y excelente relación calidad-precio. Me gusta especialmente la lasaña que viene con un montón de ensaladas y patatas fritas.

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sarahcoote . 2016-04-20

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Pop in occasionally to enjoy lovely pub grub.. Never disappointed with the quality of food .. Parking good. Lovely beer garden with a small play area for children. On hot days there is a free bouncy castle. Staff always friendly.

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Debbie R . 2015-08-26

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good range of beer/lager and standard pub food served by friendly staff. lovely garden that is dog and children friendly. Play area for children with slides and rope bridge. Good value for money.

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Geoff L . 2015-08-22

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Fuimos allí para el almuerzo de domingo. El personal era muy agradable. Cena asada tenía muy generosa porción de carne. verduras sirvieron plena con ninguna guarnición/mantequilla que les parecen poco apetecible. Siempre pop al menos un Spring de perejil con ellos! Patatas estaban un poco difícil también. La decoración necesita una renovación.

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tillywoo01 . 2015-08-17

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good beer good food good landlord friendly pub with live music have a nice beer garden to the rear of the pub which opens up onto a car park

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Mick B . 2015-06-25

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Cuando alguien menciona ir al pub es donde vamos, a pesar de que no es la más cercana a nosotros. Se aceptan perros, tiene una diana y dos mesas de billar, un jardín de cerveza tamaño razonable, y el personal es amable. Hay un aparcamiento a la parte de delante y en los laterales si tienes que ir en coche, aunque es bastante estrecha. También se puede aparcar en la calle a la izquierda ya que está justo al lado del jardín de la cerveza así que no te cortes el espacio de cualquiera que fuera de su casa. No puedo comentar sobre la comida, ya que sólo he vaya aquí para tomar unas copas.

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Shona C . 2015-05-15

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Primera visita a el Black Bull con amigos que han visitado antes. Es un cómodo bar con un ambiente muy agradable. Así como la gama habitual de bebidas que sirve un capuchino y sabroso café negro bastante decente. Definitivamente volveremos por una de sus noches de concurso o noches mic abiertas.

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WelshWonder47 . 2015-01-02

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Estuvimos aquí para el almuerzo en el camino de Colchester. Aunque estaba muy ocupado con 2 partes de almuerzo de Navidad, nos dieron una bienvenida cálida y cuidado.

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Carolyn R . 2014-12-31

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I regularly come here to play darts with friends . I love the fact it's a down to earth pub that has a murmur of atmosphere but never too raucous. Good staff , quick service and good fun. Exactly what you want for a night of darts and giggles.

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Steve F . 2014-08-30

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Went for a drink and a meal and was given one of the best Lasagne's I've ever had. Great place and family friendly with a bouncy castle in the garden.

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Paul L . 2014-07-26

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Pooped in for a swift drink after attending a beer festival opposite at Rainsford Park. A few people in eating. Barmaid was friendly and a nice pint of Woodfordes Wherry was consumed. 7/10

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ADW11Notts . 2013-08-03

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Walk from home to the pub for a chill out after sports day with fab family. Now is the time to relax

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33Sad . 2013-08-03

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