Donald McLaughlan is in fine spirits ahead of next month’s eighth anniversary of him taking the keys to the Black Bull Inn, Mid Calder.

“As the anniversary of the lease comes round every year, the Bull regulars love to hear our plans for our Annual Party which is free for all to attend. This year we have a marquee for the garden and a gas-fired barbeque ready to go. We have a fabulous live band, Sahara, followed by some great tunes from our resident DJ.

As usual, there will be some special drinks on offer, we like to experiment, creating such classics as the Bull Badger or indeed a Black Jack. We have created a Ginger Bull, with Red Squirrel’s Gingernut Liqueur or how about Plum Fizz with Edinburgh Gin’s Plum & Vanilla Liqueur. Our ”Cheers to 8 Years” party this year for all the celebrations will be Sat 30th September and we look forward to having many more to come at the Bull.”