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The Black Boy

MANAGERS

Mike & Claire.

 

ADDRESS

Shinfield Road, Shinfield, Reading, Berkshire  RG2 9BP

 

CONTACT US

Tel. 01189 883116  email info@blackboyshinfield.co.uk

 

MAP

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OWN WEBSITE

www.blackboyshinfield.co.uk

 

PUB EXPLORER REFERENCE

27531.

 

PUB OPENING TIMES

Monday - Saturday 12noon - 11pm.
Sunday 12noon - 10.30pm.

 

REFURBISHMENT & UNDER
NEW OWNERSHIP

Mike & Claire took over the lease in April 2008 and have made many changes. Including a major refurbishment in April, we re-opened with a completely new look & contemporary feel. We now also offer fantastic homemade food served every day. Why not come along and see the changes for yourself.

 

PRIVATE PARTIES

We can cater for parties / celebrations of up to 75 people. Please do not hesitate to contact us and discuss your requirements.

 

DRINKS ON DRAUGHT

Becks Vier, Fosters, Kronenbourg, Stella, Greene King IPA Smooth Chilled, Guinness, Strongbow Cider.

 

REAL ALES

Greene King Abbot / IPA / Olde Speckled Hen.

 

OTHER DRINKS

Extensive Wine List. Hot Chocolate, Tea & Range of Speciality Coffees.

 

DINING AT THE BLACK BOY
Enjoy homecooked food, all freshly prepared using locally sourced ingredients where possible. Choose from our varied, regularly changing Modern British menu which includes fresh fish dishes with our best selling fish pie.

MEAL TIMES

Monday - Thursday 12noon - 2.30pm & 5pm - 9.30pm.
Friday & Saturday 12noon - 9.30pm.
Sunday 12noon - 9pm.

 


SUNDAY ROAST
 

Traditional Sunday Lunch is served with choice of usually 3 roasts including sirloin of beef, roast pork and roast chicken, fresh seasonal vegetables and homemade accompaniments such as our own Yorkshire puddings.

 

FACILITIES

 Wi-Fi Access, Beer Garden, Patio Area with heaters, Wheelchair Access, Disabled Toilet, Baby Changing Facility in the disabled toilet.

 

OTHER

Quiet Area, Children Welcome until 9pm, Large Car Park. Debit / Cash back & Credit Cards accepted.

 

Black Boy PhotoSituated in Shinfield village on the outskirts of Reading The Black Boy on a local bus route, with easy access from the M4.  Easily found we are a bit of a local landmark, just off the Black Boy Roundabout, which was named after the pub.  An old stone building, fully refurbished to a high standard in April 2008, you will be greeted by a friendly team in comfortable, modern surroundings. Our bar area has an open fire and sofas to relax alone or with friends. The dining area, also has a contemporary feel with 75 covers. You can dine throughout the venue, with Mike & Claire now offering delicious homecooked food daily, from a regularly changing modern British style menu.  All our food is freshly prepared in-house using seasonal produce, which is sourced locally where ever possible.  We are an ideal venue for functions such as weddings, christenings, funerals or birthday parties where we can cater for up to 75 people.  The welcoming team will be happy to see you anytime.

 

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