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The Black Horse, a historic pub in Brierley Hill, has reopened its doors following the completion of the first phase of a major refurbishment. Engaged couple Lee Davies and Jessica Martin, who reside at the pub with their two young children, are determined to restore the venue to its roots as a community gathering spot.
Dating back to 1834, the Black Horse is one of the oldest establishments in the area, and the oldest on Delph Road. As part of the renovation, the bar has been moved back to its original position, and the interior has been fully revamped. Additionally, the outdoor area now features a refurbished sheltered space, a newly improved children’s play area, and a fully equipped commercial kitchen, replacing the old kitchen and external bar area.
Lee Davies hopes to attract customers with affordable prices, offering all beers on tap for under £3.95, alongside reasonably priced food prepared by chef Nathan Wheatley. The pub also caters to non-drinkers with options like mocktails, coffee, hot chocolate, and bar snacks.
In keeping with its family-friendly focus, the Black Horse will host regular events, including quiz nights on Mondays and live music on Saturdays. Future refurbishment plans include upgrading the pub garden and front areas, along with the installation of ramps to improve accessibility for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
The Black Horse is part of the famous “Delph Run,” which includes other well-known local pubs like The Tenth Lock, The Bell, The Vine Inn, Corn Exchange, and the Brickmakers Arms.
