Location

Gorgeous inside and out

Appetite

For great food and drink

Passion

For local suppliers

Commitment

To be at the heart of our community

Enthusiasm

For customer service

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"Really well cooked and tasty food. Good atmosphere, even on a Monday. Highly recommended.”

"Local, independent owners who care like it’s their baby."

"Great food, excellent service. It's our go to place now for dining out! A++"

"Great food, easy access for disabled. Will book again."

"First rate every occasion. Thank you."

Welcome to The White Horse Birstall, Leicestershire

What makes a good pub? At the White Horse Birstall, we believe the ideal ingredients are hearty, locally sourced food, perfectly served drinks, all in relaxed, picturesque surroundings – which is handy, as that is exactly what we have.

The White Horse is a hidden gem, situated in a beautifully renovated 18th Century former alehouse; a quintessentially, award-winning British pub with dining but, crucially, we have retained our pub feel and ethos.

As local, independent owners, we have cared for the White Horse as if it were our baby, nurturing it into the kind of pub that we would like to visit ourselves. We are family people, but we are also food and drink enthusiasts; we have used our expertise to craft the perfect ‘all-rounder’ of a pub with a cosy, contemporary interior and a leafy beer garden with covered, heated seating.

But it is the versatile, welcoming ambience of the White Horse that makes us unique. Accommodating families for a leisurely lunch in our recently refurbished bar comes just as easily as serving those who might want to sample a gin (or two!) from our extensive drinks menu. With our snug fireplaces and verdant outdoor space – which is enjoyed by everyone, from cyclists and dog-walkers to Sunday lunchers and sun-seekers – we truly are a pub for all seasons.

Most importantly, we never forget dogs, which are more than welcome in our bar area and garden. There are treats and water for all pooch patrons at the White Horse – and they are on the house to well behaved owners! Our canine care was recently rewarded, as we were bestowed with the Leicestershire ‘Rover’ Dog Friendly Pub Awards for the whole of the East Midlands, as well as a prestigious best Canal and Riverside Pub award.

We believe that where there is a good pub, there is a good home. And we are confident you will feel at home at the White Horse. We would like to thank all our customers for your ongoing support during the past 18 months – we would not still be here without you.

For those seeking the simple pleasure of a relaxing meal, however, we advise bookings to our separate, modern dining space. But many also enjoy the comforting ambience of our bar area or the freshness of our stunning beer garden, which has an enclosed children’s play area. All these areas can be booked on our bookings page. Inside, we also have full disabled access and baby-changing facilities. Our children’s play area will keep any youngster occupied, too, but it might cost you a Fruit Shoot or two!

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Great experience, the food was so tasty and well presented! And the bar/serving staff were so attentive, and so friendly. Would definitely recommend, can’t wait to try the rest of the menu!

Design My Night Review
February 2024.

Another lovely lunch at The White Horse today, lovely food, warm welcome and relaxed atmosphere.

The dog is also welcome here which is a huge bonus for us and him! Would highly recommend and we will continue to visit.

The White Horse Pub Birstall
Had one of my best meals ever – don’t miss out.

We were travelling on the canal and called in for dinner. The staff were very attentive, the food was delicious and the atmosphere lovely.

Had an enjoyable evening and will be calling here again next time by car (from Nottingham).

Would definitely highly recommend.

Location

You will find us nestled on the outskirts of the nature reserves of Watermead Country Park, just north of Leicester in the old part of the village of Birstall.

We overlook the Grand Union Canal, Watermead Country Park and the River Soar; the ideal location to enjoy a crisp winter – or glorious summer – day.

For the Sat Nav, our postcode is LE4 4EF – and there is ample parking. For those on foot, bike, canoe or boat, we are an ideal pitstop for enjoying the pleasures of Watermead and the canal.

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The White Horse
White Horse Lane
Birstall
Leicestershire
LE4 4EF

Phone: 0116 267 1038

Email: info@thewhitehorsebirstall.co.uk

Open 7 days a week

Monday - Saturday 11am - 11pm
Sunday 11am - 8pm

Food Served

Monday - Thursday 12pm - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 8:30pm

Friday & Saturday 12pm - 9pm

Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Although we are nestled next to the canal, finding us could not be easier. From the main A6 road that connects Leicester and Loughborough, simply follow the brown signposts to the White Horse when you arrive at the village of Birstall. We are located on White Horse Lane, in the heart of old Birstall. Our Postcode for your Sat Nav is LE4 4EF.