Bulls Head in South Derbyshire

They didn't ask us to pre-order. There were 14 of us, seated at 2 tables - a table of 10 and a table of 4, which wasn't ideal. We had to wait over an hour for the main course, then over half an hour for dessert. The food was lovely and well-presented when it eventually arrived. If we go again, I think we should pre-order and also ask for the table layout to be different, so that we can all sit together.

Overnight stay at this gem of a country pub. Room was clean and comfortable with great facilities. Ate evening meal and breakfast and both were home cooked and fabulous. Great stay and made very welcome by the host David

We had a fantastic stay at this charming Inn & Pub. We came from America to this little village in search of some family history, and the staff was so friendly and helpful. Our en-suite room was nicely appointed, comfortable and clean. We were there for several nights and ate downstairs in the pub for breakfast and dinner. Food was always delicious and felt like great home cooking. Atmosphere and decor was inviting and friendly. Honestly, it just felt like home away from home. I would recommend this Inn & Pub to all travelers. We plan to stay there again when we return to England. Thank you to everyone at the Bulls Head for a lovely memory.

First time eating here in a while. Won’t be bothering again. Poor food: the chicken was like rope. Much better eateries in the area at a more reasonable price.

My friend and I had lunch. We had a two course each. Service from Dave brilliant and meal cooked to perfection. Would recommend this establishment always.

Good beer, good food. Friendly and helpful staff. Went for B&B had dinner too. Comfortable rooms, clean and well catered.

We popped in for some drinks and was totally amazed with welcome we received, that we ended up staying for food and dessert 😋 The owner was lovely and looked after us very well. We were well informed about the Gluten Free options and the food did not disappoint. I highly recommend. 😋

Great atmosphere- olde worlde Tudor, but manages to be spacious. Great service and great food! Kind staff and dog friendly! Would come back!

Been here many, many times but not been since last year but wanted to end my mini holiday on a high and I knew this place wouldn’t disappoint and it didn’t! From when you step inside your valued. Pleasantly warm on a chilly evening and chose where we sat. The menu was soon presented and our drink order took. I chose scampi and hubby always asked if he can have surf and turf which isn’t on the menu and it’s always been a yes. For saying there was already a table of 8 another 2 of 2 people we didn’t have to wait very long for our meal. A good plate full of yummy food. Couldn’t eat a pudding but there is a good choice. Really enjoyed the return. Definitely be back.

We stayed for a couple of nights in grey, drizzly January to meet up with friends. Dave gave us a very warm welcome, set us up with tea and biscuits and left us to chat in the warm bar. Nothing was too much trouble for any of the staff. They really are a delightful group of people, really chatty and helptful. I had a rotten cold so I was given a hot toddy to take up to bed! The rooms are comfortable and everything is provided. I would certainly recomment this hotel to anyone who is looking for a very comfortable, hospitable place to stay.

Last minute booking and here was the nearest to our needs, what a fantastic choice. Checked in by Dave our host nothing to much trouble had a superior double room. Lovely room great bathroom lovely bed and a good selection of teas and coffee I would highly recommend it Had a evening meal that was to die for The morning breakfast was just as good Highly recommended would stop again without hesitation

From the moment we walked in the service was amazing, had a bottle of wine on the table and my glass was filled by staff before we even had chance, such a nice touch to our experience. The 3 course meal was excellent, the service perfect and well priced. Thank you, we will be back.

My partner and myself stayed here for one night for his birthday. We arrived early and were greeted warmly and showed to our room, it was very clean had everything you could want and was nicely decorated. We stayed for dinner that was very reasonably priced great service and fantastic food! Breakfast was amazing! We will definitely be back! Thank you for having us we couldn’t fault a thing!

We meet up here with friends several time a year as it is convenient for us all. Can honestly say none of us have ever had a bad experience. Indeed, the food and service has always been top notch. Had a great steak last night, superb cut of meat and cooked to perfection. Nothing left on my plate at all! My wife had the vegetable lasagne and said it was very tasty. Great choice of puddings too. Recommended without hesitation!

We called in for our Friday night treat and were so glad we did. We have been out over the last few weeks and had some appalling meals but this was fresh, tasty and the portions were generous. We were made to feel welcome and were very well looked after, well done Bulls Head, Hartshorne, 10 out of 10 😊

Meal for 4 adults, prompt service. Lovely staff, large portions. Next time will miss the starters to leave enough room for the delicious looking puddings

Stayed two nights, room very clean & pleasant, staff friendly and helpful. Excellent breakfast, and the one meal we had was good quality and tasty. This is a traditional English pub with rooms, not fancy but a good place to stay for a midweek break. It's four star rather than five only because the public areas are a little tired, but that's a minor detail.

Really, there's not much more I can say than what's in my title - I thoroughly enjoyed my meals there.

Staff were friendly and accommodating. The room was clean and to a high standard. The pub had a lovely atmosphere, it is clear it is popular with locals. Food was delicious!!

Went for family meal of 20+ but could not be seated in family groups due to small size of seated area. Food was hot and well presented but quite expensive for what I would call wetherspoon type food, drinks were expensive as well still trying...

The food was good and excellent value. A pity then that the service was slow and, worse, the landlord was rude and abusive

Took our grandson for a treat, the food was fantastic and all the staff very pleasant and helpful, this was not our fist visit to the Bull and the meals are always first class. We have no hesitation in recommending the “Bulls Head”

A warm welcome and an instant homely atmosphere - the rooms and food could not have been better. We had a good send off in the morning and left feeling refreshed. This is traditional pub hospitality at it’s very best - thank you !!

Visited on an extremely busy Saturday evening. Service was excellent even though staff rushed off their feet. Food was lovely as always, staff very friendly & attentive throughout. Highly recommend for well cooked pub food.

Booked a table for 10 as a birthday treat for my Mum, who rarely goes out. Great choice of food which was cooked to perfection. The staff were all so friendly & nothing too much trouble. Would happily recommend to anyone.

Had a family Sunday lunch there a few weeks ago and it was very good.Front of house can't do enough for you and the kitchen cooks homely food to perfection.In fact i've just booked again for Friday lunch.

Very disappointed after phoning to book a week ago, turned up at 6pm no booking made, was made to feel it was our fault, after years of eating at the bulls head won’t be going again.

Pre booked the week before for our week away staycation in the local area. Easy to find and plenty of parking. We were welcomed on arrival and shown to our table. We were quickly put at ease/found our level when the guy taking our drinks...

Not been for a while but the welcome was as friendly as always. Becky always goes round and asks if you are alright and the staff, especially Mary, are very attentive The food still continues to be amazing. Hubby had surf and turf which isn’t...

Delicious food served piping hot , reasonably priced, fret selection of desserts and friendly staff.

Been coming here for a few year's now and can honestly say it's fantastic value for money but more importantly for food is out standing. Recently visited and considering its mid January the place was packed to the rafters,I had the breaded mushroom to start...

We booked in for a big family meal for a 30th birthday party. We had a party of ages 9-90 with lots of different dietary requirements and generally very indecisive, and absolutely everyone was treated like royalty. No request was too much (including a dinosaur...

Visited on a family anniversary and we were treated brilliantly by all members of staff. The portions are large and everyone really enjoyed the food. We will definitely return .

been here twice now in the last couple of weeks and you cant knock it, had the mixed grill and couldnt fault it, my missus had the steak pie loved it and we had the roast today , and for the price its bloody brilliant a pudding as well as your roast for under £13 and the veg and meat was spot on and you get a good plateful , you will never please some people in the food game , but keep up the good work and dishing up bloody good food, we will be back 100%

Klimatyczny pub w bardzo starym, stylowym budynku. Szeroki wybór piw, bardzo smaczne posiłki. Mają sporo różnych promocji - np 2 posiłki w cenie 10 funtów, itd.

Eaten here before and have always recommended it. Came again for a family meal, not sure we'll be back. Table was set in awkward L shape which meant some had back to others. Meals all came but veg pasta did not, clearly forgotten and not much of an apology when it came 15 mins later. Only 1 vegetarian option and it was pasta which is an easy at home meal. Desserts ok but nothing special, not overly tasty. Big portions but would rather have taste than size.

No need to book, was accommodated last minute with great selection of gluten free meals and sweets (gf sticky toffee pudding AMAZING). Service good, food lovely and good atmosphere. Smiles all round.

We arrived only 20 minutes after booking, we were made very welcome, shown to our table, drinks ordered, menus given to us to review, from ordering we didn’t have to wait an age, before the starters were brought to the table, a real mix, but all fantastic! Mains were also perfectly cooked and presented brilliantly. Excellent value, highly recommend, what a great last minute decision!

Lady at the front of the house was very nice and helpful. That's good news! Now the bad news, Firstly, I ordered haddock in a cheese and broccoli sauce. I was presented with chicken! Which I, of course, pointed out, but rather than wait, I decided to accept it, it was like eating string! My wife had a curry.

Visited the Bulls Head for a big family party for granddaughters 3rd birthday. Becky who served us was absolutely lovely and very kind to our granddaughter. We all ordered many different options on the menu and everyone of us said how good the food was.

We stayed at the Bulls Head on Friday night, to allow us to visit the National Memorial Arboretum. We found the staff and the owners to be very polite and helpful. The room was excellent the fixtures and fittings were to a very good standard. We had an evening meal at the pub this was also excellent with a good choice, breakfast was also very good. We will definitely stay again.

Our friends have never been here and we have been many times. Pre booked and glad we did as it was fully booked.

Visited on a Friday evening after not trying this place for quite a long time. We all had a friendly welcome and the pub looked much nicer than it had before.

We booked in for a Sunday Lunch. The pub is quite a small establishment, but we'll kept and clean. There was a really friendly welcome on arrival. The choice of meat for the Sunday Lunch was good. The food came out together, hot and plenty of it with lots of choice. The owner was around and talking with all customers which was lovely to see and added to the welcoming and relaxing atmosphere. All of the other staff were all very friendly and polite. Great choice of dessert and my mum was even offered too take hers home instead of eat straight away as she was full. For the price it was really good value. Would recommend to people and will definitely go again.

Came for a family birthday, staff very friendly. Food amazing, plentiful & served quickly. Great value for money. Thoroughly recommended

My second visit to this delightful village pub with rooms. I stay here on business and it would put many a hotel chain to shame. Lovely rooms, friendly bar and fantastic food. You will not leave hungry. The breakfast is fantastic and overall a wonderful place to stay.

Lovely pub with a nice cosy feel, friendly staff and excellent food menu very well priced.

Living only a few miles we decided to come here for our daughters birthday despite never being here before. To try and help the pub out we pre ordered our meals before we got there to try and make serving 15 of us a little easier. The lady owner introduced herself to us and made us feel really welcome.

Service was excellent and a good choice of homemade puddings which were fine. The meal itself was disappointing, bought in frozen yorkshire puddings, soggy stuffing. Beef had a twang to it. Average veg selection. Coffee was cold and vile. Easy to do much better at home.

We chose this popular and homely pub as a convenient place to stay not too far from the NEC when we visited Crufts. Our room had tea & coffee making facilities, complimentary water, an attractive small shower room and WiFi. No wardrobe but wall hooks and coat hangers. A good choice of pub food for dinner and a large breakfast next day. Parking. Enjoyed our 2 night stay.

Good hearty pub grub and generous portions! Went for the roast beef which came with all the trimmings. You could choose dessert from the board and most were home made. Friendly service and reasonably priced. Free parking across the road.

Not happy mash was packet food was cold not very nice at all the service was good can’t fault that but they need to up their meals on Sunday lunches

We had a table booked for a 7 o'clock meal. Had driven all the way over and had just parked at the pub at 6.40pm, to receive a call saying that they had just seated a large party, and they couldn't accept us at our booked time, and they could only manage us 90 mins or so later. We said that we have just arrived, to then being told "sorry, would you like to re-book?" Very easy answer to that one. No

Service staff really friendly. Restaurant intimate but not too close to next table. Food was beautifully cooked and presented but way too much on the plate.

A party of 19 arrived for a 80th birthday meal. Booked in for 2 o’clock normally close at 2.30pm but let us have the room throughout the afternoon. We all ordered about 15 minutes after arriving and starters served 15 minutes later. Becky and her assistants did a great job organising the flow of food. All came out pipping hot and excellent quaility. Good size portions also. Once again main all served within couple of minutes and again very good. Most plates completely empty so says it all. Few including me who had bread and butter pudding delicious. All the staff very pleasant, constantly checking all food was okay. We traveled about 10 miles but worth it. Will return again.

Really good Sunday lunch at a great price including dessert. The staff were so friendly and the atmosphere was great. We were the first in at 12, the only available slot, but it was packed within half an hour. Definitely recommend.

Have been eating at the Bulls head for many years,never had a bad meal,this Saturday my wife and i had the hadock mornay superb.

Best Sunday dinner ever great the service great atmosphere great the drink well priced great afternoon

We’re do I start I used to go here many moons ago and what a change all for the good I may add fantastic food in always possible just like the whole staff friendly helpful and attentive didn’t cost the earth and in those famous words I’ll be back so if your ever in the area this is the place to go you may be lucky and book some b&b; to complete your visit by to you all at the Bulls Head thank you

Went there for a meal with friends from the bowls club I play for we all had different meals and we all enjoyed them service was excellent they also let our meals go down a bit before asking if we would like deserts which about half of us did think we will be returning and I've also recommended this place to other fri6and work colleagues x

What a delightful surprise! All smartened up and comfortable. Excellent steaks - not a single bit of gristle - and a wonderful range of puddings. This is not a chain but a genuine family run pub/restaurant with home-cooked food at very reasonable prices. You can have a rump steak for £12. Good deals also available. And the friendly welcome we received was second to none. We had baby with us and were given a big table to accommodate her. I’m also gluten free and was - most unusually - offered four puddings rather than the usual brownie and ice cream. Crumble! Really! I had syrup sponge and custard. Truly delicious! The management did everything to make us feel welcome. The personal touch is such an antidote to the faceless service you receive in so many pubs. We will be back!

Ive drove past this place lots of times but had never had the chance to pop in until recently. Some family from Kidderminster were popping up and asked me to find a local restaurant for a meal. They prefer tradional English type food and are good eaters with an appetite. Decided on The Bulls Head as fairly local to us. The food here was brilliant. No gripes or minor niggles at all. We all had starters and mains and some couldnt manage to eat it all. I had the Lamb with mint in the Suet pudding and was delicious and filling . Will certainly be going back there in the new year .Top Marks !

Went for a meal with friends, we had 2 course's from the Christmas menu. The food was delicious and so much that we couldn't eat it all. I had the pate and then roast beef with all the trimmings, the beef was so tender and tasty. Staff are always so welcoming and friendly, would recommend this place 100%

Visited The Bulls Head on a Monday lunchtime. Really friendly welcome, excellent food and plenty of it. Will definitely visit again.

Dropped in on the chance of a meal without booking the landlady was very friendly and helpful

If you want Sunday Lunch you really should book. I have to say it was worth the trip . Very friendly staff,food well cooked. Thanks for looking after us

Hi stayed here last Saturday evening foe a reunion with 6 others , 8 of us alltogether 4x couples . Owners and staff very warm friendly and helpful and engaging . The room was as pictured very pretty warm and comfortable , personally and its only personal we have a super king bed at home and we found the one in our room a little tight for us . But as I say thats purely personal. We had a great time room food and breakfast whatever you wanted it seemed . Nice chat with the owners who are super welcoming . The Bull is clearly a success and the owners have worked hard to make it so . As ex Hoteliers and restaurant owners we know the hard work that goes in . Treat yourself if you are in the area you shouldn't be disappointed the reviews on here are good for a very good reason . Thanks again The Bull lovely time with you ..Thanks staff and owners excellent .

Lovely staff, lovely food. My partner is quite fussy, so they made him a meal that wasn't even on the menu. Good value for money, the room, breakfast, 3 course meal and drinks all came to £140 for 2 people.

My family party of 6 ate here for a birthday celebration on Monday evening, so not a busy time. We had a friendly welcome. There was flexibility with the menu for a couple of funny eaters. The food was lovely, clean plates all round, and great value. Highly recommended.

Very much my favourite eating house, although last time visited the tables were far too close together.

Had an overnight stay after a trip to Charnwood Forest Alpacas. We decided to have an evening meal at the pub and the food was fantastic. Special mention for the cheesecake as this was light and full of flavour, complimenting for me a great gammon main course. The room was very comfortable and the bed was luxurious! There was an excellent English cooked breakfast in the morning, with the same generous portion size as the evening meal. I would recommend this again as it’s a relaxed perfect location for numerous activities and days out in this location.

A great traditional pub that does hearty and delicious food. A true little gem where kids of all ages are welcome. Check out the menu online

We booked in a few weeks earlier and only just managed to secure a table for the second sitting. A warm welcome from the host and had a drink at the bar while waiting for our table as we were about 10 minutes early. Well stocked bar and very helpful bar staff.

Lovely home cooked food very reasonable priced served by very friendly staff. Large portions have a rest before delicious home made desserts.

This was booked as a Christmas present for my partner 4 nights stay in a little village which was meant to be quite and peaceful. Got it spot on. We had a fantastic stay, all the staff were friendly, talkative, and extremely accommodating, we have no complaints.

Easy to find , on main road. Did not open, could not check in till 6 pm. Room 4 very clean and spacious. Air con/refrigeration cooler outside rear window which was irritating during the early hours of the morning.Staff very helpful and friendly. Evening meal Food very nice. Breakfast pleasant enough, however sausages were of the frozen and tasteless variety. Gents Lou in bar needs total overhaul, very poor.

What a lovely little village pub. Booking is essential as it’s really quite busy but Sunday lunch was excellent. Staff were friendly and helpful. Very family friendly and didn’t feel rushed. Will definitely go again and will absolutely recommend it to other people. 👍🏼👍🏼

A real treat for me having a Sunday lunch as I work usually on a Sunday.

Had been a very stressfull time. The friday night family and friends went out for a meal. The meal was amazing. I had the fish and chips. pure white fish no skin. and gorgeous batter. every bodies plate was empty. And i know for a fact the copliments were made by each person in the party. The sweets were to die for. The sad last couple of weeks gave us al what we needed. good food, nice drinks, and nice staff. Thankyou Doug and Beckie.

Choice of beef, pork, turkey or gammon, served with roasties, yorkshires, veg and stuffing.The veg was cooked perfectly, still a little bite but not rock hard as some do it today. Beware though the portions are big and I couldn't finish mine, still it meant a doggy bag which was happily made up by the excellent hosts.

Had a wonderful 70th birthday celebration with 12 members of family. Doug and Bec went out of their way to make it special. The food was excellent. The staff were so friendly. A lovely venue for just a couple or a party. Couldn't fault a thing. Thanks to everyone.

I have visited this place many times and have always been impressed by the standard of service and the quality of the food provided. For a reasonable price they provide a meal for for a king. I can thoroughly recommend the steak and ale pie...

Nice place to go for a fresh home cooked meal with a good special board if you fancy something not on the menu

Four of us went for lunch today. We all agreed that it was a lovely experience. The decor of the pub, the quality of the food and the friendliness of the waitress were excellent. Will certainly visit again

We had a 50th Anniversary meal here for 14 people,was not our first choice but so glad we we did...

A country inn serving traditional country food. What sets this one apart is the freshness of the ingredients, the cleanliness...

We have been a few times here and always had a really great 16 ounce steak this time was no...

Went to the bulls head not been for some time not for any particular reason, went with my husband and...

What a find! Dropped in for dinner on a Tuesday night, they were very busy but we were greeted with...

A lovely local family run pub serving great traditional meals. The menu choices suit all of the family and the...

Been here many many times as the food and welcome you receive makes us return time and time again.

La comida era tan grande, pero fresco y buena comida excelente precio hay que reservar, pero bien merece la pena un personal fantástico y realmente amable anfitrión x

We have been staying in the area with the family and visited Bull's Head for a meal. We really enjoyed simple but plentiful menu. Generous portions of food, nice surroundings and reasonable prices! The only downside that dogs were not allowed in. Other than that - lovely place with friendly landlords. We will be visiting again!

Had such a fantastic night with our family: gorgeous steak, very reasonable prices, service was spot on. Made to feel extremely welcome. Will definitely be back!

Amazing food. Huge portions. Owners are friendly and all staff have excellent customer service. Professional from beginning to the end of your meal.

Been in this hostelry on more than one occasion and never ever had a bad experience.Landlords Becky and Dougie are the most congenial of hosts and make everyone feel welcome and special.All food is freshly cooked and extremely plentiful, no one goes away hungry from this pub for sure ! Well served and well cooked with plenty of choice on offer. Also tremendous desserts - if you have room that is !Tip for this place is to ensure booking as its a bit on the small side, however this only serves to add to the intimate atmosphere. The beer is most excellently kept and I can certainly recommend the Starapromen lager if that's your style of beer.The banter is always lively and witty and is certain to brighten your darkest day.Overall a great place to eat and drink !!

What a lovely little pub to eat in, staff are very friendly and cant do enough for you, food is always excellent and well priced. Always book in advance as it can get quite busy

Great food great people will be back! Really nice atmosphere and the food was awesome homemade traditional and lots of it!

We took our kids for lunch again and the food and service was as good as the first time.The staff are very friendly and prices very reasonable too.We will be back!

We have been to the Bulls Head three times in the past couple of months. A evening meal with a party of six, afternoon lunch and Sunday dinner with just myself and hubby. I can not praise the lovely staff and the quality of food and drink enough.The prices are very reasonably and portions are generous and hot, service is second to none. Nothing is too much trouble. Thank you Becky & Staff for always making us welcome.Booking is recommended as it gets very busy.I have never stayed in any of the rooms as we are local, but it is a ideal place to stay if you love walking. Foremark reservoir being only half an hour walk away.