The Black Bull in Haltwhistle is situated in the market place in the centre of town, as you go in you are greeted by pretty barmaids, a friendly landlord and a warm coal fire. The menu is outstanding, like that of a restaurant in London not a small pub in rural Northumberland! There is an excellent selection of vegetarian meals too. Our food was cooked quickly and with care and the dessert selection was mind blowing. After filling up on delicious food (the portion sizes were ample to say the least,) we retired into the intimate bar area and sampled some of the fine real ales they had to offer, all of which local. - And i might add it was fantastic to find ales on traditional hand pumps instead of push button draught dispensers. All in all this pub is a must for anyone who is visiting the Centre of Britain and Northumberland.