I don't know if its changed hands but I found it much improved
June 2024
The Black Friar used to be a rock pub, I have fond memories of going when it was this. Around 5 years ago (2019) it was sold to craft union and became essentially a sports bar. Well, as of now the place is under new management and seems to be slowly going back to the rock days of old (with rock nights on Saturdays). Hopefully... read full comment