THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE

2.0 star property
Hotel connected to the convention center in Sowerby Bridge

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE

Reception
Bar (on property)
Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom | Bed sheets
Exterior
Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom | Bed sheets

Reviews

6.2 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

View in a map
17 Town Hall St, Sowerby Bridge, England, HX6 2EA
  • Place, Rochdale Canal
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wainhouse Tower
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Halifax Piece Hall
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 36 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Sowerby Bridge

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Wainhouse Tower, THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE places you within a few miles (5 km) of Manor Heath Park and Jungle Experience. This 10-room hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like electric kettles, Smart TVs, and free tea bags/instant coffee. Located centrally in Sowerby Bridge, it's connected to the convention center and also close to Victoria Theatre and Shay Stadium.

What's nearby

  • Rochdale Canal - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wainhouse Tower - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Halifax Piece Hall - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Peak District National Park - 28 min drive - 13.8 miles
  • Trafford Centre - 43 min drive - 37.8 miles

Getting around

  • Sowerby Bridge Station - 6 min walk
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Commercial Inn (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Willow Tree Cafe No 5 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Puzzle Hall Inn - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Loose Goose - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hogs Head Brew House - ‬5 min walk

About this property

THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE

Hotel connected to the convention center in Sowerby Bridge
THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing.
32-inch Smart TVs come with cable channels and Netflix. Electric kettles, free toiletries, and free tea bags/instant coffee are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.

Similar properties

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash Breakage deposit: GBP 20.00

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE Hotel
THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE Sowerby Bridge
THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE Hotel Sowerby Bridge

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see within easy reach of THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE?

This hotel is located in Sowerby Bridge, close to Victoria Theatre, Halifax Piece Hall, and Eureka The National Children’s Museum. You'll also find Shibden Hall and Shay Stadium within a short drive.

Is there parking available at THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Does THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE have a casino?

No, THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include Netflix and a nature reserve.

Does THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE.

Are there connecting rooms at THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE?

The closest major airport to THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE is Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford), which is 18.9 mi away (55 minutes by car). Another top airport is Manchester Airport (MAN), which is around 28.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE.

THE BULL ON THE BRIDGE Reviews

Reviews

6.2
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 22 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Saffia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is above/next to a pub. The pub in itself is a great atmosphere and everyone there is friendly and welcoming and they have a sister property at the Shepherds rest which I have stayed at previously. The rooms at the Bull on the Bridge are decorated really stylishly and they have blackout curtains. I got put into a room and one thing I noticed was the available plug socket was mid wall without a shelf, originally placed so In reach of the TV, I managed to balance my chargers. I also couldn't seem to make the hot water work in the shower, I messaged the accomodation account and later in the day Jamie kindly moved me to a different room quickly without fuss. The new room was 10/10, very spacious, and cosy with a fireplace and I managed to get a good night's sleep and a hot shower. the place overall Very accomodating and a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr J A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent for the price I paid. Rooms have recently been renovated and it showed. The only niggles were that the extractor fan in the bathroom was very noisy and probably needs replacing (room 10) and there was no hot water: I tried to have a shower but couldn't: No matter how long you ran the tap for or in which position the water never got warm. Would definitely stay there again. Big thank you to Jamie who so very kindly let me check in early.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ladda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Need big for rubbish bin
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

George

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Lucy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tracey

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely the worst experience

It was the worse’s experience I have ever had. Very loud, Karaoke u could hear in your room. A drunken customer smashed the fire alarm, going off 1am in the morning. My granddaughter was staying with me who was very distressed!. After that People drunk then outside very loud to the point i told the to be quiet then go get abuse. Windows not safe as they were old sash so dangerous and could hear even the busy road even when they were closed. Contacted the management who would not answer my call or move us to another room. Got a txt message to say he had told them to move. The room was disgusting bathroom so small you couldn’t get dryed without opening the sliding door. The room was unsafe Peice of wood put under side table to stop from falling which had a kettle on for tea and coffee!! No tv but a bracket on the wall which I banged my head. I could go on. It should be shut down I am absolutely devastated and spoiled my break away. Do not book!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Convenient location

Pleasant stay in a beautiful old building. The bed felt like it was missing a mattress but otherwise all very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Arshia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gareths

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Really nice place, but the double bed was shocking. No support in the mattress soft and spring sticking in to your body. It was a shame the bed was so poor and let the experience down.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bernie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pack your sense of humour!

I didn’t stay here although I had booked and no one notified me that the hotel was actually closed! I booked it as it appeared on the website to be close to the station, so I walked with my bag and suitcase from the station… I sat in the derelict beer garden on the pavement side of the hotel. I phoned the number on the web, to be told by a polite young lady that her colleague would call me. He did call to say I had been “upgraded” to the sister hotel due to flooding in some rooms. He tried to explain how to get to the “sister” hotel… which was the shepherds rest. He ordered a taxi, the taxi driver certainly could not speak or understand English 😳.. I told him the hotel would pay, but he insisted that I paid, and wouldn’t accept Scottish currency despite the fact that it is legal tender in the UK. The Shepherds rest only deserves a mention because Jamie tries his very best! If I ran a business I would employ someone like him! He did give me a complimentary drink, considering I paid for the taxi. I asked if I could have supper there.. he asked if I had brought food as they have no restaurant!! I certainly did not have the energy to walk into the Center of town at Sowerby Bridge… so I gave supper a miss. The smart TV was good… I couldn’t close the velux style window and hoped it wouldn’t rain on the newly refurbished “upgraded” room. If I didn’t have a sense of humour I would be furious… cest La vie!!! Highly recommend Jamie… niether hotel though, sadly…
Tiny narrow bathroom
The window that wouldn’t clise
The beer garden with Jamie hanging out washing! Good man!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

robin

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

beware

the bed was rock hard , the access to the room which wasn't very clean and had cardboard blocking off the open fire place ,was up two narrow flights of stairs . You could hear all the road noise through the single pane windows. parking was on the street behind the hotel ,on a fist come first serve basis . when i first looked at the hotel im sure it was £ 83 . but when i went through all the confirming stages, paid and then got a reciept it was £100. I wont be using Hotels. com again !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Jonty

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Craig the host was very friendly and arranged taxi transport to & from Piece Hall to his new hotel as The Bull on the Bridge was overbooked. Excellent customer service & both hotels were v nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic value for money

Great hosts and a warm welcome. Fantastic communication throughout and we will definitely book again for our next event at Piece Hall
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Really basic room. The shower is in the corner of the room and it's shared toilet. No wardrobe. Just a few kitchen cupboards. Location is excellent and the staff are lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Demian

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

MARCO

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Camera sporchissima e bagno sporco. Ho chiesto di pulire tutta la polvere . Hanno tolto solo quella evidente ovvero le piume di piccione.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025