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We are a family run traditional village pub serving great locally sourced food which is cooked to order and excellent local ales
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The Old White Bear is the oldest building in the village Cross Hills and was built in 1735. It has previously been a hotel, a brothel, a council meeting place and a dance hall. The council met frequently here to discuss the Leeds and Liverpool canal and decided where to cut through the land here! It has also been the site for Goose Eye, White Bear and Naylors breweries and ale from Naylors brewery, situated less than half a mile away is always on pump. Some of the beams used to build the pub are believed to come from a naval ship which took part in the battles against The Spanish Armada called “The Old White Bear” hence the name! The building is full of character, most of which has been collected over the years by the locals. The building itself has walls 24inches thick which is possibly why it is still going strong! There are two real fires which come to life in winter and a sun-trap beer garden for the summer. We also have a darts and doms team (who won the league in 2009) and we are one of only 3 pubs in Craven to have the traditional ‘Ring the Bull‘ game. In 2009 The Old White Bear was awarded the Pub Of The Year accolade by the Keighley and Craven branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA). It has also scooped the seasonal award in 1992, 1995, 2003, 2006 and 2009. It was given the award for its good value beers and colourful history.

23/10/2026

🎄🎅 JUST OVER ONE WEEK LEFT! 🎅🎄

There’s just over a week left to take advantage of our fantastic Christmas offer at The Old White Bear! 🐻🍷

🎁 Book your Christmas Fayre table before 31st October and enjoy 10% OFF your final food & drinks bill!

Our delicious festive menu will be served from 2nd–24th December, with plenty of Christmas favourites to get you in the festive spirit! 🎄

🍽️ 2 Courses – £24.95
🍽️ 3 Courses – £29.95

Whether it’s a family get-together, a works Christmas party or a festive catch-up with friends, we’d love to celebrate with you! 🥂

📞 01535 632115
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.oldwhitebear.co.uk

🎅 Don’t miss out – book before 31st October to claim your 10% discount!

📍 The Old White Bear, Crosshills

14/10/2026

🔥🍂 FIRE SEASON IS BACK AT THE BEAR! 🍂🔥

The nights are drawing in, the temperatures are dropping, and our fires are roaring once again! 🔥🐻

There's nothing quite like a cosy country pub, a roaring open fire and your favourite drink in hand! 🍺🍷

Whether you're popping in for a pint or settling down for a bite to eat, we've got the perfect spot to escape the autumn chill!

🔥 Warm fires, cold pints and a proper Yorkshire welcome!

📍 The Old White Bear, Crosshills

07/10/2026

One of this weeks specials just left the kitchen 🍴🐻

24/09/2026

🎄✨ CHRISTMAS FAYRE AT THE OLD WHITE BEAR! ✨🎄

Our Christmas Fayre Menu is here! Join us for delicious festive food, traditional Christmas favourites and plenty of Christmas cheer! 🎅

📅 Available 2nd – 24th December
🍽️ 2 or 3 Courses Available

🎁 EARLY BOOKING OFFER! 🎁
Book your table before 31st October and receive 10% OFF your final food & drinks bill!
Whether it’s a family gathering, festive catch-up or works Christmas do, we’ve got you covered!

📖 Take a look at our menu below!

Bookings aren't essential but are recommended. Tables of more than 10 guests require a pre-order.

📞 01535 632115
🌐 www.oldwhitebear.co.uk

23/09/2026

🍴 THIS WEEK’S SPECIALS AT THE OLD WHITE BEAR 🍴

We’ve got another cracking selection on the specials board this week! 😋

From Piri Piri Chicken Wings and Black Pudding Fritters to Hunters Chicken, 10oz Sirloin Steak, Sticky Five Spice Belly Pork and our Seafood Platter – there’s plenty to choose from.

🥣 Soup of the Day: Thai Carrot & Coconut

Available alongside our usual menu while stocks last.

📞 Book a table: 01535 632115
🌐 Online: www.oldwhitebear.co.uk

🐻 The Old White Bear, Crosshills
Good food • Good drinks • Warm welcome 🍻

19/09/2026

🍽️ SUNDAY ROAST TOMORROW! 🍽️

Join us at The Old White Bear, Cross Hills tomorrow for a delicious Sunday Roast, served all day from 12pm! 🥩🥔🥕

Enjoy a proper Sunday roast, great drinks and our cosy pub atmosphere — the perfect way to spend your Sunday! 🔥🍻

📍 The Old White Bear, Cross Hills
🍽️ Roast served from 12pm
🚶 Walk-ins always welcomed!

Why not book a table and make a Sunday of it? ❤️

📞 01535 632115
📧 [email protected]

11/09/2026

🐟 FISH FRIDAY & LIVE MUSIC TONIGHT! 🎶

It’s Fish Friday at The Old White Bear! 🐟🍽️

Our Fish Friday deal starts from 5pm, so come down and enjoy a delicious meal before settling in for an evening of fantastic live music with the brilliant Jimmy Coburn from 6pm! 🎸🎤

🍽️ Fish Friday from 5pm
🎶 Live music with Jimmy Coburn from 6pm
🍻 Great food, drinks & atmosphere
❤️ The perfect way to start your weekend!

Bring your friends, grab a table and make a night of it! 🙌

See you tonight at The Old White Bear! 🐟🎶🍻

05/09/2026

04/09/2026

🍻 NEW OPENING HOURS & A BIG WEEKEND AHEAD! 🎶

We’ve got some exciting things happening at The Old White Bear, Cross Hills, and we’d love to see you! 🐻

📅 OUR NEW OPENING HOURS
🔒 Monday: Closed
🕑 Tuesday: 2pm–9pm
🕛 Wednesday: 12pm–11pm
🕛 Thursday: 12pm–11pm
🕛 Friday: 12pm–11pm
🕛 Saturday: 12pm–11pm
🕛 Sunday: 12pm–10:30pm

⭐ TUESDAY CLUB — 15% OFF EVERYTHING! ⭐

Every Tuesday, enjoy 15% off everything! 🍻

Please note: our kitchen is closed on Tuesdays, so no food will be available. But it’s the perfect excuse to pop in for a drink, catch up with friends and enjoy a great night at the pub!

🎸 LIVE MUSIC THIS MONTH & NEXT MONTH!

We’ve got some fantastic live music lined up, so keep an eye out for our posters and come along for a great night!

🐟 TONIGHT — FISH FRIDAY!

Join us for our delicious Fish Friday, every Friday from 5pm. Enjoy battered haddock, chips, mushy peas and a drink for two for just £30. 🍺

🎶 TOMORROW — LIVE MUSIC!

We’re looking forward to welcoming Mitch Phillips for live music from 6pm–8pm. Come along, enjoy the music and make a night of it!

🍖 AND DON’T FORGET OUR SUNDAY ROAST!

A proper Sunday roast, all the trimmings and a lovely atmosphere. The perfect way to finish the weekend. 🐻

So why not come and have a good time at The Old White Bear this weekend? Great food, good drinks, live music and plenty of good times! 🍻🎶

📍 6 Keighley Road, Cross Hills

31/08/2026

🍻 WE’RE OPEN TODAY! 🍻

The Old White Bear is open today for great food, cold drinks and good times! 🍔🍺

And don’t forget… TOMORROW IS TUESDAY CLUB! 🎉

🔥 15% OFF EVERYTHING — ALL DAY!
⏰ Open 2PM – 9PM

Bring your mates, grab a pint and enjoy great food, great pints & even better value! 🐻🍻

📅 Tuesday Club starts tomorrow — don’t miss it!

See you at The Old White Bear! 🖤💛

Address

6 Keighley Road, Cross Hills
Keighley
BD207RN

Opening Hours

Wednesday	12pm - 11pm
Thursday	12pm - 11pm
Friday	12pm - 11pm
Saturday	12pm - 11pm
Sunday	12pm - 11pm

Telephone

+441535632115

Website

http://www.oldwhitebear.co.uk/

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