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Malt Shovel, Harden

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Opens Thu at 12:00pm
Wilsden Road, Harden, BD16 1BG (View on Google Map)
(01274) 712051
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A characteristic rural pub and restaurant located by a stream on the eastern edge of Harden village and previously designated a Tetley Heritage Inn for its architectural merit. The building is reputed to have been constructed in 1550 and the site has been a farmhouse, coaching house, courtroom and prison. It retains many historical features, in particular, the "cell" room including a barred window and preserved inglenook fireplace dating back to the reign of William and Mary. There is a main lounge area, a smaller snug and a dining area to the rear which has been extended with an orangery. The three traditional, open-log fires help provide a warm welcome during colder days. The pub prides itself on its home-cooked food. The wide selection of beverages offered include local cask ales. An extensive beer garden is located behind the premises. On Saturdays, the 'Shovel Shack Bar & Grill' provides an outdoor bar and kitchen. Walkers, cyclists and horse-riders are welcomed and equine facilities are provided.

Historic Interest

The cell room. Original inglenook fireplace

Information for this venue is provided by the Bradford Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Malt
Local Authority
Bradford District (B)
Last updated
05/10/2025
Last surveyed
02/10/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Pickles Pubs
Pub ID
BRA/035
Asset of Community Value
Monday
Noon - 10:00pm
Tuesday
Noon - 10:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 10:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 11:00pm
Friday
Noon - 11:00pm
Saturday
Noon - 11:00pm
Sunday
Noon - 9:00pm
Monday
Noon - 2:30pm & 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Tuesday
Noon - 2:30pm & 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Wednesday
Noon - 2:30pm & 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Thursday
Noon - 2:30pm & 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Friday
Noon - 2:30pm & 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Saturday
Noon - 7:45pm
Sunday
Noon - 5:45pm
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Current beers

This Pub serves 2 changing beers and 2 regular beers.

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Theakston - Old Peculier TasteMatch Prediction

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Old Peculier Pump Clip
Theakston - Old Peculier Old Ale • 5.6% Spotted 7 times.
Old Peculier Pump Clip
Theakston - Old Peculier

This beer is served regularly and Spotted 7 times. at Malt Shovel, Harden.

ABV 5.6%
Cask
Style Old Ale
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Theakston - Best Bitter TasteMatch Prediction

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Theakston - Best Bitter
Theakston - Best Bitter Session Bitter • 3.8%
Theakston - Best Bitter
Theakston - Best Bitter

This beer is served regularly at Malt Shovel, Harden.

ABV 3.8%
Cask
Style Session Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No
Changing

Changing beers typically include: Ossett (varies)

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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Live Music Live Music
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Garden Garden
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Disabled Access Disabled Access
Slight ramp to the entrance near the road
Parking Parking
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Camping Camping
Newspapers Newspapers
Real Fire Real Fire
Smoking Smoking
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Free
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Cask Marque: Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating 5 out of 5
Transport
Close to bus routes
First: 616, 619; Keighley Bus Company: K4

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