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Opening Hours

monday - sunday
12pm-10pm

Food Service Times

monday - saturday
12pm-8.30pm
sunday
12pm-8pm
01254 813900
Myerscough Road, Balderstone, Lancashire, United Kingdom, BB2 7LE

COSY PUB IN SAMLESBURY

01254 813900
Myerscough Road, Balderstone, Lancashire, United Kingdom, BB2 7LE

A RELAXING STAY
IN SAMLESBURY

01254 813900
Myerscough Road, Balderstone, Lancashire, United Kingdom, BB2 7LE

A RELAXING STAY
IN SAMLESBURY

01254 813900
Myerscough Road, Balderstone, Lancashire, United Kingdom, BB2 7LE
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Welcome to
The Bluebird Inn

Join us at the Bluebird Inn for a warm welcome, delicious dishes and a comfortable stay.

The Bluebird Inn, located opposite British Aerospace, Samlesbury, offers a choice of delicious menus throughout the week which are filled with pub favourites and seasonal dishes; now with a new menu for the season.

From a heart lunch with a pint, to a three course evening meal with a bottle of fine wine, we’ve got something to suit everyone and a choice of relaxing areas as well as poseur tables by the bar for a catch up with friends.

Our bar is stocked with a range of JW Lees’ fine cask ales and lagers like our MPA and Manchester Craft Lager, always featuring seasonal special brews, together with a wide selection of wines, spirits and non-alcoholic beverages for you to enjoy cosying up in our bar.

The comfortable 20 bedrooms are in keeping with JW Lees Inns and the character of the property, providing you with a comfortable, memorable and relaxing stay.

TUCK IN BESIDE THE FIRE

Our home-cooked seasonal dishes are perfect for cosy gatherings with friends and family in Samlesbury. Choose from delicious signature dishes like Roast salmon fillet, Slow braised lamb shank, Chicken Milanese and Venison & chestnut casserole. Also not forgetting timeless pub classics and hearty winter-warming pies, you can expect plenty of choice when looking through our menus. From MPA battered cod fillet to Luxury fish pie and Spiced three bean & red pepper hot pot there’s a dish for everyone.

Planning a midweek catch up with friends or colleagues? Dine from our Prix Fixe menu with two courses for only 17.45 or three for only 19.95. Served all day from 12 noon Monday to Friday.

CHRISTMAS IN SAMLESBURY

Looking for a Christmas to remember? We’re the perfect pub to host your Christmas party in Samlesbury with all your nearest and dearest. Join us for the festive season. We’ll have our real fires lit, JW Lees famous Plum Pudding pouring and hearty festive dishes being served.

Events and Offers

Served Daily 10:00-11:30 am

Bluebird Inn Brunch

Start the day in Samlesbury the right way with a delicious brunch at The Bluebird Inn. Tuck into Eggs Benedict, Warm pancakes or waffles, Drayman's grill, Smashed avocado and more. Not forgetting your favourite teas, coffees and soft drinks. Served daily.

Served Monday to Friday all day from 12 noon

Prix Fixe

Join us in Samlesbury for proper home-cooked food and great value during the week. Our Prix Fixe set menu is just the ticket for a working lunch, early dinner or a relaxed midweek bite. Tuck into two courses for only 17.45 pp or three for only 19.95 pp. Whether you’re catching up with friends, taking colleagues out for lunch or just fancy some home-cooked comfort food, we’ve got you covered.

Pie & pint Tuesday

Order a pie from our main menu and pair it with a free pint of JW Lees beer. Available every Tuesday, all day.

Wine Wednesday

Wine Wednesday!! Buy two large glasses of wine and we'll give you the rest of the bottle for free. Why not upgrade and add a cheese board for 2 for only £10.00?

20% Off Steaks & Grills

Steak Saturday

There’s nowt better than a proper meal by the fire on a Saturday. Join us in Samlesbury for 20% off all steaks and grills, cooked just how you like ’em. Pair it with a pint of Manchester-made JW Lees beer and tuck in beside the fire. The best way to round off your week.

STAY WITH US

As we’re in such a great location, ideally located between Blackburn and Preston, The Bluebird Inn makes for a great place to relax and unwind after spending your day exploring the area. All of our bedrooms are furnished to a high standard with free Wi-Fi, Freeview TVs and free parking. As well as enjoying a relaxing night’s sleep, our bar and restaurant are open daily.

PRIVATE HIRE & PARTIES

Our spacious pub is packed with atmosphere and a great place to get together in Samlesbury. We’re happy to help you celebrate birthdays, anniversaries or any special events you may have coming up. Our events space is also ideal for business meetings and small corporate events. For more information, or to book your event, please contact us.

Our Brewery

If you’re interested in exploring more of our beers, check out the JW Lees website where you can find out about the full range. From classic cask ales like the iconic Manchester Pale Ale and JW Lees Bitter to our craft lagers – there’s something for everyone. We also have our seasonal cask ales and The Boilerhouse microbrewery where we experiment with innovative flavours. There’s a huge selection of JW Lees ales and lagers from over 190 years’ brewing experience.

Don't just take our word for it...

Chris Aslett

I used the restaurant on two consecutive nights whilst staying near by for business.
Service at the bar and in the restaurant is by a team of young but engaged and knowledgeable staff. Menus has a good range and the Sunday Roast option of beef was a generous portion with vegetables, a Yorkshire and two types of potatoes. The Stake & Ale pie comes as a traditional pie with plenty of filling and a nice short crust pastry, as a steak pie should be.
The draft beers available offer a good choice for most ale drinkers and are from the house brewery, Manchester Pale Ale was my preferred option after being offered tasters of all three drafts by a helpful knowledgeable barman.
I cannot review the rooms as I only used the restaurant.

14/06/2025
Jmvsl

A three night stay, dinner bed and breakfast was perfect from start to finish. All the staff,too many to mention by name were professional, courteous and friendly and worked as a team throughout under the guidance of Ella. the duty manageress. We look forward to a return visit.

10/07/2025
Magda

Nice big, clean rooms, which are in a block adjacent to the pub itself, so quiet even for an early night. Comfortable bed and excellent breakfast.

09/07/2025
mattbrom

Today was me and my partner’s first ever visit to The Bluebird for a family meal. We were with our extended family (who had been before. We were impressed from the moment we walked in. Great looking establishment, friendly staff and great food.||We are already planning a return visit.

11/07/2025
mvorst556379

Quiet, big, clean rooms in a block adjacent to pub. Friendly service and a great breakfast. Quiet location with ample parking, which was ideal for attending a family event.

19/07/2025
Sally

Beautifully equipped and maintained hotel. Spotlessly clean. Friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommended.

03/07/2025