Black Swan

I have driven past here a great many times, but last night was the first time I have had the opportunity to visit the pub itself. This was a local CAMRA meeting, so we were fairly confident of finding decent real ale.
The pub has obviously had a major refurbishment recently, resulting in a magnificent community pub– almost large enough to be a community itself! The bar and restaurant areas are welcoming and uncluttered. There is a large conservatory-​type extension at the back for functions, plus a wonderful function room which gives all the feelings of a medieval banquet hall!
The outside areas comprise a more than ample car park, a beer garden which could seat forty plus and a superb children’s playground area.
All areas were extremely clean and well-​looked-​after the toilets being small but very modern and hygienic.
All staff encountered seemed to be interested in serving and knowledgeable about their wares the landlord especially so.
The only minus points for me were the fact that I had to drive to get there and back, hence I could only have a few tasters of the beers, and the price of said beers. When pubs nearer home are selling real ale for between £2.30 and £2.70 a pint, £2.95 seems a bit much for somewhere that is off the beaten track. That said, I am still going to recommend The Black Swan to any friends for a visit.