Historic pubs · Yorkshire & the Humber
The Bull on the Bridge
In or near Ripponden.
The Bull on the Bridge in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
Dave Bevis — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Sowerby Bridge · 0.3 km
About
The Bull on the Bridge is a historic pub in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: South Pennine Moors SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Bull on the Bridge is a pub located in the Calderdale area of Yorkshire, postcode HX6. It is situated within the South Pennine Moors SSSI, a site of special scientific interest. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, offering a selection of drinks and a casual dining experience. The setting provides access to the natural beauty of the surrounding moors.
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- Coordinates
- 53.7087, -1.9114
- District
- Calderdale
- Parish
- Calderdale, unparished area
- Postcode
- HX6 2EB
- Parliamentary constituency
- Halifax
- Nearest railway station
- Sowerby Bridge — 0.3 km
- Official site
- www.yorkshire.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q26409994 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Bull on the Bridge?
- The Bull on the Bridge is in Yorkshire, United Kingdom (postcode HX6 2EB), in the parish of Calderdale, unparished area.
- What is The Bull on the Bridge?
- The Bull on the Bridge in England Yorkshire, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Bull on the Bridge?
- The nearest railway station is Sowerby Bridge, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode HX6 2EB.
- Is The Bull on the Bridge a protected site?
- Yes — The Bull on the Bridge is part of the South Pennine Moors SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to The Bull on the Bridge?
- The nearest railway station is Sowerby Bridge, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode HX6 2EB.