The Black Horse Inn in Stroud

Called in for lunch today. Pub now community owned. Great menu, great food, great service - what's not to like!!

A perfect tradition village pub. Great atmosphere, good quality food and excellent service plus a selection of real ale. Just what a country pub should be. Community owned and couldn't you just tell!

Beautiful country pub , food was delicious 😋

A lovely evening and delicious food . Atmosphere was warm and inviting and the young staff were attentive and friendly and went out of their way to help sort out a minor issue . I’d thoroughly recommend a visit

Delicious meal at the Black Horse last night. Imaginative menu, great atmosphere, good service and really tasty food. High recommended.

Delicious meal at this now community run pub. They obviously have a fantastic chef as the menu was imaginative and the dishes we had were so tasty and generous. Service was great and the pub has a lovely, lively atmosphere.

Went for lunch on a Friday and every table was full. Very popular so probably best to book. 2 real fires, and a very friendly, cosy atmosphere. The freehouse beers are great, the food is amazing and the bill was £80 for 2 which was good value.

Excellent Sunday Lunch, beautifully cooked. Staff were very attentive and accommodating of dietary needs. Love that this is community owned, the pride in this pub is evident in every aspect.

Bloody delicious, my poor photography doesn't do it justice.

Welcoming, menu was quite exotic and fairly expensive but everyone happy with their food. Homemade bread

Absolutely delicious food, lovely friendly staff, very dog friendly (we weren’t in the restaurant because they have a separate section for people with dogs) there was a lovely warm fire and the place just gave off lovely vibes with throws and sheepskins in case you were cold. All the food was top nosh! And although we couldn’t manage all the cauliflower cheese they offered us a doggy bag before we even asked! An absolute find and a nice stomp to see the Roman villa nearby before hand, parking up to the right.

Love this place - community pub done right.

Lovely pub, with good food and good service.

What a little gem this pub is! It has changed a lot since I first went there 44 years ago, although the main bar that I knew looks just the same. We've eaten there a few times this year and just can't fault it. Great service, well kept ale and delicious, but not overpriced menu. I would thoroughly recommend it to anyone. It is quite small though, so I imagine that booking ahead would be essential.

The Black Horse Inn in Cranham, Gloucestershire is a delightful community-owned pub that offers a truly memorable dining experience. The food is outstanding, with expertly prepared dishes showcasing fresh ingredients. The service is friendly and attentive, and the pub's cozy atmosphere creates a welcoming and relaxing ambiance. It's a truly special place that we highly recommend to anyone visiting the Cotswolds.

Poor/slow service, one of our drinks order was forgotten. Food mixed, generally tasty but the Gnocchi portions were small (4 or 5 pieces). Hot drinks ordered with deserts but they turned up late (also had to chase them up) and cold. Probably would not go back

Tasty food; very busy being Boxing Day, but the staff coped well.

Sunday lunch here is fantastic, our second time and will return. The desserts are homemade & food overall very good value. The service was also fantastic. Highly recommend.

The Black horse was a great find. Ours wasn’t a planned visit but a “let’s get a pub lunch” after an abandoned shopping trip. Tucked away with a car park just up the hill it is a small gem with well kept beer and fabulous food. We had ham and egg which was the best we’ve had for a long long time. Made us wonder what desserts were like, which we didn’t need but had some anyway 😆 Flavours of main & dessert were subtle but perfect. We’re already planning our next visit with friends. A couple of reviews have mentioned the fire not being lit. It was the same when we were there (in the lower room), it was a bit chilly at first but there were many throws on chairs, I used one of those on my knees for about 10 mins and it was fine. We’re assuming there is a genuine reason for the fire not being used eg. maybe hasn’t got the relevant H&S certificate

We normally hike to the pub & treat ourselves to a cheeky drink but after continuously admiring the seasonal menu we decided to book a table to eat for our anniversary. The food was exceptional!! An absolute taste sensation & I would highly recommend anyone who is a food lover to dine here. The chef’s clearly have an high attention to detail & you can tell love, thought, craft & skill has gone into each dish. We did not even have to touch the salt & pepper as everything was seasoned to taste! We were greeted by friendly staff & a cosy feel with fires lit in each room. The pub has been beautifully restored with nods to its original heritage cannot wait to dine there again in the future.

We've visited many times for a mid hike pint, we had seen food being served to other customers and have always been super jealous. We decided to treat ourselves to a sit down meal for our anniversary and it surpassed our expectations! The food was incredible. The presentation was beautiful, the portions were spot on and the flavours were out of this world. I can't recommend this place enough. Lovely staff, lovely building and a relaxing atmosphere.

What an amazing experience. The food is terrific and service was excellent. A fantastic refurbishment of an old favourite pub. You must visit !!

This is the first time we have visited since the pub re-opened under community ownership and we were not disappointed. Friendly and welcoming staff, good selection of ales, excellent lunch menu choices, including vegetarian/vegan and gluten free, especially original and tasty desserts. (Maybe even better if the fire was lit - on cold damp day?) Will definitely be coming back again.

A lovely find! We visited for a Sunday roast! It was delicious and will definitely be back. The stout was really good too. Catered for children too and was very clean and tidy. Thank you!

This review is specifically about customer service. The new renovation was very inviting, cosy and seemed perfect for a Sunday roast. A small group of us had planned a walk to the pub to have a Sunday Roast. On the 9th of November I booked a table for 12:15 but called the next evening to change the timing to 13:30, a week in advance. There was no confusion in communication and all seemed absolutely fine, the women I spoke to confirmed the timing I had changed the booking too. When we arrived there was no record of the change in time. The young women serving us said they were expecting us at 12:15 so we'd missed our slot and there was no way they could fit us in. She was dismissive of the fact that I'd said I'd called to change it and clearly felt it was our error. When asked who I spoke with I'd said I don't know but it was a women, to which she replied in a condescending manner 'well that doesn't help'. In this circumstance a simple apology for the error is all that's needed. We had to ask for our drinks to be on the house. Basic training is needed here. Sadly I can't comment on the food but it did look lovely.

Great homemade food! Cute location..

Incredible food, great value, friendly atmosphere.

Much improved community owned pub, with delicious food and drinks. Very reasonably priced. In a thankfully undiscovered Cotswold village

I just lead a walking group of twenty people around Cranham woods, ending up at the Black Horse. A lovely little Cotswold village pub, very welcoming to a large group, delightful staff, and delicious food. Not a very extensive menu but everyone in the group was delighted by the food and service.

Very friendly and welcoming locals, excellent food, great service, competitive prices. Looking forward to visiting again, both my wife and I really loved the place

Very crammed and lucky to get a table without reserving in advance- but as a couple they managed to tuck us into a corner table

* Dog friendly* Stopped for a late lunch after a walk around Crickley Hill. Small menu but food was stellar. Everything was delicious and cooked to perfection, all flavours blending perfectly. Didn’t even take photos of the starters and mains. Desserts were again perfect and I’m not even a fan of rice pudding but I could’ve had ten portions. 5* for food and friendliness of staff. can’t wait to come back for Christmas menu.

The seasonal pie was a proper pie with a crunchy well baked bottom. Excellent filling of chicken and bacon. Nom nom nom. Triple cooked chips were Michelin quality.

Really great pub, food was excellent. Loads of great walks nearby and an excellent spot to start/finish.

Kindly fitted us in last minute, Sunday roast was the gorgeous, generous portion, high quality produce. Cosy atmosphere, we sat next to the log fire. Staff were lovely. Highly recommended.

Had Sunday lunch here recently after not visiting for a long time due to various reasons. It was delicious, portions are large so forego the starters unless you have a big appetite. All roasts come with Yorkshire pudding, roasted veg/potatoes, gravy/sauce and you can order cauliflower cheese as a side. This is probably the best cauliflower cheese we've ever had in a pub. There are options for people who dont want a roast, we particularly recommend the risotto. Dessert was also fantastic, especially the dark chocolate delice. Service was very friendly, nothing was too much trouble. We are so happy the Black Horse has reopened and we won't be taking such a long time about our next visit.

A super meal for a friends birthday. Lovely atmosphere, attentive but discreet staff, super food and drink at a reasonable price. Will most definitely be back. Thank you!

This was our first visit to Black Horse to eat since the refurbishment of the Pub. A most enjoyable family occasion, made so, by the relaxed ambience, excellent food and curteous, friendly staff. The easy access for disabled to the upstairs dining area added to the overall experience Recommended !

This was my second visit to The Black Horse firstly with my wife and then with a group of friends both times when out on a walk. Each time I was impressed with the food, drink and friendliness of the staff. The menu was appropriate for lunch, well cooked, nicely presented and tasty.

First time eating here for years and will definitely be back! Ten of us visited on a Sunday afternoon and had the most delicious meal! Fantastic roasts and plenty of it-choice of chicken, beef or pork as well as other option inc veggie dishes. We couldn't manage desserts, but they sounded amazing! Excellent, attentive, friendly service and the new refurbishment is great too! Highly recommended!

We had a wonderful meal and the chef made a special meal for me because of my allergies, it was delicious!!

Found this little gem whilst staying in a local hotel - we wanted too find something very Cotswold ! The staff were friendly , knowledgeable and helpful The menu was small, however , plentiful! Whilst the Sunday roasts looked great ( we will return for one of those !) We chose a small bite - A burger and chips along with a bowl of curried potato soup . Wow ! Neither disappointed! Triple cut chips - succulent burger - with as twist on your regular ! And the soup was filling and delicious served with rosemary bread ! Looking forward to our return !

Wow, what an amazing little find. A perfect country pub serving well kept ales and phenomenal food. I can’t recommend this place highly enough. Staff were lovely, very attentive and efficient. The decor was very natural and relaxing. An absolutely perfect community pub in the Cotswolds. This place deserves AA Rosettes as an absolute minimum.

This was a recommendation from a local couple, and we are so glad that we listened! Booking for food is advised, as they get busy, and we can see why. The pub atmosphere and decor was typically Cotswold village. The service was friendly and attentive from the moment we arrived, to the moment that we left. Food was outstanding, menu was carefully thought out and presentation was stunning - this is more than just pub grub. They need some Rosettes!!!

Nice but service very frosty, not made to feel welcome.

What a little cracker of a country pub. It is now community owned and professionally run. On my visit, there were three we kept beers and people eating the food on offer, it looked lovely. Well worth a visit.

Brilliant evening lush steak, veggie meal was lovely says my wife😁 service was proper friendly, defo coming back

Joey and Carina looked after us with exceptional service, making us feel truly welcome from the moment we walked in. The service was fantastic, attentive without being overbearing, and always with a warm smile. The food was nothing short of brilliant. The chef's creativity shone through every dish, offering a delightful blend of flavors and presentations that exceeded our expectations. Each course was a testament to the culinary skill and passion found in the kitchen. Adding to the charm was the cozy atmosphere. The fire was on, casting a warm and inviting glow throughout the pub. It made for the perfect setting to enjoy a relaxing meal with friends and family. We were also excited to hear about the upcoming Airbnb at the back of the pub. It's clear that the Black Horse pub is committed to providing a comprehensive and memorable experience for its guests, and we look forward to trying out the new lodgings once they are ready

Lovely country pub in a picturesque Cotswold village. Nice selection of beers. Recommend the beef sandwich.

During my recent visit to The Black Horse in Cranham, Gloucester, I was so impressed by the food and drink, making this charming pub a must-visit for any food enthusiast. I wanted to try a selection of food for lunch, so between 2 people we shared a main and three light bites. It was more than enough food! The buratta with candied peanuts was heavenly. The creamy buratta was perfectly balanced by the sweet crunch of the candied peanuts. I enjoyed the grilled courgette with tahini. The courgette was cooked to perfection, with just the right amount of char, and the tahini added a rich, nutty depth that complemented the vegetable beautifully. I don't usually choose sweet potato, but it was one of the highlights for me. The sweet potato was wonderfully crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, while the romesco sauce added a slightly smoky flavour, it was delicious. HOWEVER, the star of the show had to be the courgette and pecorino risotto. The risotto was so creamy and seasoned to perfection. It was topped with some sweet, juicy softened tomato's that did the perfect job of cutting through the lush richness. Then the pickled feta was a gorgeous tang. I enjoyed a Wolfpack pilsner which was so refreshing and delicious. I was super impressed by the drink selection. You can tell that both the alcoholic and non-alcoholic offerings have been carefully considered. Plus, the staff were so friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. You might just think this is 'another village pub' but I couldn't recommend it enough. You would never know how great the food, drinks and staff are until you get in there! Plus the location is beautiful so it's a great bonus. I just wish I lived closer to The Black Horse!

Visited The Black Horse for lunch this week for the first time in over 20yrs and will definitely not be waiting so long to go back this time. The food was delicious and fresh and the staff were so welcoming. I had the beef sandwich which was amazing.

Lovely pub especially since being refurbished. Food is excellent and staff are really attentive and friendly.

This pub has recently reopened after changing over management and we are loving the updates. The space is gorgeous, both inside and the outside seating, and the menu though small is all delicious. We’ve now been a few times and I can’t wait to go back. The staff are always so friendly and attentive and they are knowledgeable and helpful. This is a local treasure and can’t wait to next be in for a Sunday lunch ❤️

Food is excellent and the interior looks great since the refurbishment!

We were staying at an Airbnb nearby and came across this lovely old country pub. There was a relatively small menu but the dishes we had were excellent. Staff were courteous and the pub is dog friendly in the bar area and outside. It was a lovely evening so we were happy to sit out. I had the steak with peppercorn sauce and my wife had the chicken. Both dishes were delicious. I heard that this place had been reopened by the local community who rallied around and kept the local pub going. Well done folks. Highly recommended

I loved this place before, but the refurb has really worked. They're always working on the menu, service is great too. Hooray for the Black Horse!

Great to see the Black Horse restored with good food and decor. Stairs are narrow to get up if needed, but fine and open up more eating space. Staff very helpful. Food is a little more expensive compared to a regular town pub, but quality is great so well worth it. Steak was perfect.

We visited after the refurbishment and were extremely impressed. The food was excellent and definitely well priced for the quality. Location is incredible with gorgeous views and it’s an ideal spot to visit after a walk in the area. This is a new favourite of ours and is one of the best for food in the area. We’ll be back!

What a wonderful dinner at Black Horse Inn! The service was great, our meals were delicious and beautiful presented, and oh my, the chocolate creme brulee! We also had a friendly conversation with one of the owners!

Popped in for a mid week lunch. The pub has recently been bought by the community and refurbished beautifully, keeping all of the old character, whilst providing a much needed refresh. The main bar area has been opened to create more space and a sense of airiness. The lunch menu was a nice mix of classics done to a high standard and it was good to see several groups eating. I am coeliac, but the chef was happy to adapt menu items as everything is cooked fresh to order. I had a gluten free scotch egg with a delicious sweet potato side, my wife had a honeyed brie sandwich with chips and my daughter had the soup. The food was excellent and reasonably priced for high quality pub food. Will definitely be back and highly recommend a visit, especially if you haven’t been to the Black Horse for a while.

Now, a community pub, what a makeover. Beer and food are still really good. Try the Blackhorse Stout.

A fantastic local village pub, just reopened with great decor and great food.

A brilliant stop on my hike through this part of the Cotswolds on a sunny day. The landlord shared that he'll shortly retire and transfer the running of the pub to the residents of this lovely village. I particularly liked the cosiness baked-in to this memorable pub, along with the warm decor and the hint of smokiness near the open fireplace.

Idyllic! Outside in the evening sunshine listening to bird song.

The pub is closed the early part of the week. But if you visit whether it be for their selection of Real Ales or Homemade Dishes, you won't be disappointed. Mind you, you may have to put up with the Landlord's "corny jokes".

A fantastic local village pub in Cranham. Whenever I pay a visit I am struck by the warm welcome by owners David and Julie. The food is fantastic and a great range of ales available. I feel the need to add this review as I was also present when a previous reviewer arrived too late for food and felt this was reason enough to leave a poor review. Sour grapes from this person, who despite being treated with courtesy has attempted to leave an unfair review. Keep doing what you're doing so well please Black Horse

I too was sat at the bar when the Negative poster “RT” asked for a Menu and was told Food had finished. Perhaps the reply that Food had Finished had caused him to “take the hump”. I personally eat at this establishment 2 Lunchtimes a week having used it frequently until David and Julie decided to lease the business out about 2010? When I realised they'd taken over the reins again last year I was back like a shot, in the knowledge that I could enjoy good Ale and superb Homemade Food (and sometimes endure the Landlords “corny jokes”). This is the first bad Report I’ve come across either verbally or on a website. I personally will continue to use The Black Horse until at least the time it sadly passes ownership later in the year. At which time I will wish David and Julie a very well deserved Happy Retirement!!

I was at the bar when the previous reviewer came in. My experience was different, it was very busy at Easter & my Guinness & ale pie was great. The dry humoured person had agreed to do two large groups after the cut off 2pm, then he walked in and was told no. This is a very good country pub with ales. If you are in a bad mood don't come in.

Very slow service at the bar and when it eventually became my turn I asked for a menu. Yhis was at approximately 2:20pm. The man behind the bar (Landlord?) laughed and said "we're not doing lunch anymore". Minutes earlier he had been discussing food orders with those ahead of me There are many ways he could have handled this. Most obviously, "I'm so sorry we stop Don't go here! So many good pubs in the area: The Falcon in Painsiwck is great and the Royal William on the main A46 a few minutes away is helpful and polite with food all day.

Superb Sunday roast and a crumble & custard to die for. Great service lovely friendly staff all in front of a beautiful log fire. 👏

Very enjoyable pub lunch. Real ales. Log fire. Friendly landlord and locals.

Been back twice in the last weeks, my friends and I love the food,( which is really plentiful! ) also the snug feeling of a true country pub with a log fire....dogs are welcome, and the walks are so close to the pub. Dave the landlord and his staff are friendly and welcoming, excellent little retreat...

Lovely food, great people, very welcoming.

After a walk local atmosphere with friendly staff and regulars. Chilled proper pub.

Lovely, cozy pub with great food.

lovely food, lovely staff, lovely beer, lovely pub, lovely price, lovely area, recommend without doubt, loved it

Visited for my Dads 70th Birthday, helpful, friendly staff, lovely freshly cooked homemade food. Highly recommend, thank you.

A wonderful pub with proper grub. We stayed in the village and had two evenings at the pub. Friday night was all about the food, the locals and the dogs. A great evening and a warm welcome. Saturday night the fire was lit and the beers were flowing. Well worth a visit.

Lovely little country pub. Friendly staff & locals. Food is wonderful and homecooked! Large portions and very reasonable prices!

Lovely little country pub. Nathan the barman is always so welcoming, we always add a visit whilst walking through the woods in Cranham. Lovely atmosphere in the pub, locals are very friendly.

Great traditional local village pub.

Really nice burger, and I don't usually have those. The scampi was great too, I tried one! Excellent beer and a great friendly atmosphere. Cheers!

Working nearby for the day, I had heard of this place, and so pottered along the lovely lanes about 7pm enjoying the drive. Arriving to find several locals sitting outside and laughter seemed to set a great atmosphere. The pop was really good, and unusually for me I chose to eat a burger and chips. I guess it was the way it was described. Well, no disappointment, it really was excellent! I did pinch a little scampi from nearby, and that was really good too. Thanks for keeping a great pub, and clearly a lovely evening was had by all who were there that night. Perfect. Cheers!

Top village pub a good walk and fine ale ta

Sweet pub, tucked away. The barman wasn't overly welcoming or as warm as you'd hope. The impression was locals only but may be wrong.

Absolutely cracking pub, good beer and atmosphere. With a welcoming landlord. Please support this quintessential watering hole 🥰

Goods food and service. French chef.

Went for Sunday lunch on Mothers day. Excellent service and large portions. Lovely old pub. Would have been 5 stars but gravy was luke warm.

Lovely cosy little pub. Wish we had ordered food in time before the kitchen closed but nice beer.

Small but welcoming. Only stopped for light lunch whilst walking but food very good. Ideal for walkers but closed on Monday, Tuesday and currently Wednesday. Hopefully will open fully again soon.

Superb food, wonderful people and an incredible pub. Fully recommend.

Such a lovely pub/restaurant. What a friendly welcome too. We were staying in the village and decided to have a night ‘at the local’. What a find. Brilliant local people and fabulous food and beverages. We had a Guinness and ale pie and Lamb Chops. All freshly made and all local. Special mention to David and Helen who welcomed us and treated us like kings the whole evening. Support this business, it’s all good.

Lovely little pub with really good food

Called in wednesday 23rd February, 2022 at 12.15 pm for lunch found both main doors locked, we got fed up & came away & went on to Syrlud & found somewhere else where we got a very nice lunch. Sorry i will not be coming back in a hurry. Parking was differcult here, i was very tired as a few months before i had had a stroke so i was looking forward to a nice feed . Maybe they were closed as many & family thought they were closed not sure though as i could hear noise from the kitchen .

Nice little pub with a lovely interior. Good range of drinks and friendly staff

Amazing food. Great friendly pub. Landlord was an absolute legend.

Roaring log fire, an amazing meal and a warm welcome. The Black Horse Inn has a broad menu that caters for different tastes, we opted for beautiful ham egg and Chips and tender beef and Guinness pie. Really tasty... we will be back

should you fancy great walks in a beautiful place and a typical traditional Cotswold pub this is the place! everyone's food looked terrific - landlord very very friendly and doing a great job in what has been trying times - no vegan choices but not a problem for us - veggie choices and fantastic faggots and chips-,very friendly for dog walkers

Amazing location! cosy little pub with friendly hosts and delicious food.

We just called in for a couple of drinks on a walk, couldn’t fault the pub, staff were excellent, as were the range of drinks available. 5 stars