Bull Inn, Sonning

About us

Historic Grade II* listed timber-framed pub and hotel in the picturesque village of Sonning with 7 boutique bedrooms, serving some of the best pub food around. Famously featured in “Three Men in a Boat”, Jerome described The Bull as the “veritable picture of an old country inn”.

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Facilities

AccommodationBeer gardenCar parkDogs allowedFamily friendlyFoodOutside areaReal fireBig screenCricketFootballRugbyTerrestrial TV

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Reviews

1,304 reviews

4.4/5

T Hartberg

3 months ago

We booked a table here for lunch and on arrival we struggles to find parking as the car park by the restaurant was full. On entering it took a while to be acknowledged by the staff and shown to our table, but we settled in a lovely room where most of the other tables were taken. We chose the two-course lunch menu and enjoyed the soup and fish pie were were nicely served. When we were ready to pay and leave, it again took a while to be noticed by staff - they may have been under-staffed on the day. Nevertheless, we came away satisfied.

Marc Hayes-Green

3 months ago

Beautiful character pub/ Inn in lovely Sonning, 3 miles outside of Reading centre! Charming bar staff and front reception. Food, a cut above the gastro pub. Rooms clean and boutique in decor. Bed very comfortable, lovely bedding, complimentary drinks and coffee pod machine. Bathroom more in keeping with a 5 star hotel. I look forward to staying with the team at the Bull Inn

Harry Turner

7 months ago

Lovely pub in Sonning, close to the Thames. Quite magical to walk to, from the Thames Path, past a church. Really well-preserved inside, with some cozy spots. Food is excellent, have eaten there a few times and never had a bad meal. Staff are really friendly and efficient. Large outdoor area too and dog friendly.

Arielle White

7 months ago

On this one occasion, myself and my partner came for an evening meal. Elinor was very attentive and helpful during our visit, even checking if my small Merlot should be the listed size on the menu (175ml) or if I’d prefer the smaller 125ml, which I did so I am pleased she pointed it out and offered. Our food was outstanding - we had bread and marrow butter each, two starters, two mains, a dessert to share, a few drinks and a green tea - all was served very quickly despite it being a busy evening, but that did not affect the quality of the food or the service from Elinor and the other wait staff. A really lovely evening spent here - I’d highly recommend the sticky toffee pudding! Parking can be a bit difficult sometimes so always consider that when visiting, but otherwise a really great place to come to.

jean walters

7 months ago

What a wonderful find from a Google maps search for a pub in Sonning. We had a lunch after leaving Reading Crematorium. It was conveniently situated within a few miles. The food was great. I had corn fed chicken with a pasty, sauce and fresh kale. It was obvious they cared about the food. Staff were helpful and friendly and there was a good ambience. Very good experience.