The Black Horse has been a Campbell family pub since 1999. We cook everything from scratch, with fresh British flavours and a Mediterranean edge, using ingredients from local farms and suppliers we know and love. Our menus move with the seasons, as does our surroundings. Our building has charm and character with low ceilings, exposed beams, and a wood-burning stove in winter and a sun-filled courtyard come summer. Our team look forward to welcoming you soon.
A 17th-century family-run inn in the hamlet of Ireland, near Shefford. Seasonal British cooking, comfortable rooms and a warm welcome – since 1999.
Father’s Day
This Father’s Day treat your Dad, or significant father-figure, to a memorable meal with loved ones at The Black Horse.
Loyalty Card Offer
Are you one of our wonderful loyalty card holders? You can enjoy a FREE bottle of beer or glass of wine when you dine! T&C’s apply.
Midweek Treat
Choose between two of our tasty handcrafted mains and pair it with a chilled bottle of beer or a perfectly poured glass of wine — all for only £22. T&C’s apply.
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Book accomodation
Fancy making an evening of it? Our rooms are quiet, comfortable and just across from the restaurant – so you can enjoy dinner without worrying about the drive home. Each room has air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, a coffee machine and a private bathroom.
Rated 9.2 on Booking.com.
Looking for the perfect gift?
Gift vouchers
Avoid the queues and take the stress out of shopping by purchasing our gift vouchers online and give the gift of a great dining experience for your friend or loved one.
Our gift vouchers make the perfect treat as they are available in denominations of £20, £25 & £50, are valid for 12 months and can be used at our award-winning restaurant when you dine or stay at The Black Horse at Ireland.
Let’s celebrate!
Weddings, birthday celebrations & functions
Set in the heart of the beautiful Bedfordshire countryside, The Black Horse provides a warm and elegant setting for weddings, celebrations and life’s most special moments.
How to find us
The Black Horse is located in the hamlet of Ireland, just outside Shefford in Bedfordshire. It is ideally situated just off the A600, a short drive from the towns of Bedford, Hitchin, Luton and Stevenage.
From the East:
Exit off the A1 motorway at Junction 10. Follow the A507 Shefford, then the A600 to Bedford. The next roundabout turn right to Old Warden/Southill. Turn immediately left signposted for Ireland. Approx. 12 minutes.
From the South:
Exit off the M1 at Junction 12. Follow the A5120 through to Flitwick. Turn onto the A507 by Redborne School. Follow signs for A1, Shefford (crossing the A6). Turn left onto the A600 to Bedford. Then as above. Approx. 20 minutes.
From the North:
Exit the M1 at Junction 13. Follow the A507 to Shefford. Then as above. Approx. 20 minutes.
Using Sat Nav: SG17 5QL
Using What 3 Words: ///limiting.gazes.spiking
Food served:
Wednesday and Thursday – Lunch 12pm–2.15pm | Dinner 6pm–8.30pm
Friday and Saturday – Lunch 12pm–2.15pm | Dinner 6pm–9.15pm
Sunday – 12pm–4.30pm
We’re closed Monday and Tuesday.
We’d always recommend booking, especially for Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Walk-ins are welcome if we have space.
Book a table
Contact us:
Call the team on 01462 811398
or email us at info@blackhorseireland.com
Address:
The Black Horse at Ireland, Ireland, Shefford SG17 5QL
Free parking on site. We’re a short drive from the A507 and around 15 minutes
from the A1.
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Book now for Father’s Day!
This Father’s Day treat your Dad, or significant father-figure, to a memorable meal with loved ones at The Black Horse.