I couldn't get enough of this place. The epitome of an (extremely) old pub at the heart of a…read morecommunity where everyone seemed to know everyone else. And the beers are darn good too. This whitewashed inn accessed over an old packhorse bridge claims to 'probably' be Yorkshire's oldest (1307). Got to love them covering themselves for inaccuracy there. That's over seven centuries of beery goodness which was open for trade 40 years before the Black Death! A gem of a building with wooden beams throughout - the layout inside is stepped as it's built on a decline so disabled access is obviously limited (you may wish to phone in advance if you or your family member has any mobility concerns). There's plenty of seating throughout, however, with some set back in nooks in the walls. As well as serving real ale from independent brewers, they stock genuine imported lagers from around the world. Their fridge of bottled beers looked quite comprehensive. They also have guest beers which change regularly - when I visited they had Jaipur from Thornbridge on (one of my all time favourites). They serve food but we didn't eat here on this occasion. I can guarantee I will be a punter here again when I'm over next time.

I have been visiting this area for the past forty years and only found this pub today.What a great…read morelittle pub great food and top cask beers,they will have my custom each time i am in the area.

Great family friendly pub serving very good food. There's a large family room with video and board…read moregames. It's not supervised so if you have small kids then you may want to come early before it gets too full. While the little dears rearrange the furniture in their room you can concentrate on the food. I had the black pudding stack for starters and then the smoked haddock poached in milk. Both were very good. The black pudding was perfectly cooked with the bacon. The mustard sauce was a little overpowering but didn't spoil it. The smoked haddock was perfect, nice and light and just what I needed for a post New Year lunch. My father enjoyed his steak and ale pie which had huge chunks of steak and looked home made. My mum really enjoyed her Minestrone soup which again looked freshly made. There's a separate bar area which is child free so if you want a quiet meal go there. The only down side is they only had one real ale on tap. However it was very well kept Black Sheep so I'm not complaining.

Spending time in this area is fabulous. If you want to enjoy a marvellous panoramic view while you…read morehave a drink or dinner, come to this restaurant. My companion, who is local, tells me it has recently been renovated. The staff are marvellous and the menu is varied. The food is lovely - we enjoyed a grilled salmon and a rump steak - both beautifully presented and generously served with colourful, fresh ingredients. There's an outdoor terrace with lots of seating, so you can relax and enjoy the view on a nice day. Parking and access is great too.

great food, quiet but pleasant atmosphere. Nice place.read more

Excellent Village local. In the same family for 15+ years though sadly Lorna's (landlady) husband…read moreLee passed away a couple of years ago. The pub is converted from a row of cottages giving it the feel of a country pub though on the edge of the village. Choice of 3+ well kept ales and home cooked meals. 2 pool tables and sport TV - renowned for showing most if not all Man Utd games. Opens 5pm weekdays and all day Sat and Sun. On 528 Rochdale / Halifax bus route. Good walking country with Ryburn and Batings dams close by and the tougher but highly rewarding route over Great Man's Head to Flints gives a chance to work up a thirst!!

We popped in here for Sunday lunch which was good food and good value. I had beef, which was tasty…read morealthough it did taste incredibly rich, almost like it had been cooked in ale. The Yorkshire pudding was huge but as it was mostly air inside I feel like I could have done with more than one. In my ideal world no meal would ever arrive pre-gravied but thankfully this wasn't too soggy. The staff were all very friendly and professional. I'd happily head back here for a meal next time I'm in the area, though I don't think I'll make a point of it.

An all-round excellent pub. Great beer, brilliant service, superb food and stunning location! I had…read morea lovely meal there and will definitely be returning!!!

Novel cross between a country pub and eating house and a wine bar. Excellent quality food, beer and…read morewine and open 12-12 7 days (food 12-2 and 6-9). Busiest pub in the area and worth a visit. Nice walking area on the edge of Norland moor

The Rock has been around for ages, but has recently been taken over by the people who run the…read moreDesign House in Halifax. It used to serve pretty standard pub food, but I went there recently & the menu was really varied, & what you would expect from a good restaurant rather than a pub. The food was really well presented with some fab serving plates, & the service was good - friendly & relaxed but still at just the right pace. They do set menus, which are usually limited, but their set menu was almost as long as the standard menu in some places. I'd recommend it!

This is an important part of Sowerby Bridge in terms of drinking and must be visited on a session!…read moreIt's a traditional pub serving food to a very high standard but be warned it is rather priceyhowever, you get what you pay for.

Most nights out in Sowerby Bridge include a few drinks in the Moorings. It is very popular, usually…read morequite full, and a recognised local meeting place. It is a large building, nicely decorated with a good range of drinks. They also serve food, but although I've looked at the menu (which was excellent and included several veggie options) I haven't eaten there so can't comment. Unusually for Sowerby Bridge, it has a massive car park right outside. It also looks out onto the canal, so on a Summer's day you can sit and watch the barges go by. A definate one to visit if you're in the area.

This building was originally built in the 18th Century. It has 2 floors, with a bar area in each, &…read moreon nice days you can sit out in the garden area, where BBQ's are held - weather permitting! The menu is simply, but modern, with choices from: Steaks, Pizza's/Pastas - and with an added 'global' twist, to keep your taste-buds going. It is also, a pleasant place just to have a drink with friends & enjoy some of the varied wines, with cheese - if you so wish. There are also, 5 refurbished bed-rooms, if you would like to take a short-break, in a picturesque environment. They also have regular promotions and events on. Prices are reasonable & the food is of a good portion. The staff are generally friendly and helpful. ...if you havn't been stuffed, by the main course, then you can even try one of their home-made sweets! - Again, portions are generous! This is one of my favourite 'hide-away' places, where I know that I will not come away disappointed, and it is tastefully decorated, creating a pleasant ambience. ...check it out - its worth a visit, or two!

There was a good atmosphere in The Firehouse when we arrived after we'd eaten at Rare Bar & Grill…read more(see review http://www.yelp.co.uk/biz/rare-bar-and-grill-sowerby-bridge), the place was really buzzing and the alcohol was certainly flowing for people. The main bar downstairs is separated from the restaurant upstairs with a spiral staircase which is always a nice touch (though after a few drinks might pose a tricky descent!). Service was swift and with a smile, from memory there were a couple of ales on tap but it was mainly more commercial lagers and cider. As I'd enjoyed it earlier I went for another pint of Landlord. They also have a large selection of wines on their list. It was a vibrant place to finish off an evening out in Sowerby Bridge. If I get chance I'd like to try their food and update this accordingly.

Love the food, and the feel of the place - if it was in London, people would rave about it…read more We usually just eat downstairs, which is perfect for us - dog friendly, child friendly, wallet friendly specials I believe are 5-7pm (M-F) - I usually get 2 x pizzas for £10 - and if you want to take them out, they'll box them up too - cheaper than the local pizza takeaways (and nicer!!)