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Shropshire pubs, bars and breweries: enjoy a real pint in a real pub

Shropshire is a beer drinker’s dream destination, with real ale pubs serving well-kept, locally brewed ales, craft beers and guest beers. Cosy fireplaces, low beams, the occasional ghost…even live music if you’re lucky. Cider and perry drinkers are well catered for in Shropshire pubs and bars. We share a border with Herefordshire and Worcestershire, two of the orchards of England. Shropshire also has many lovely bars, with well-chosen wine lists and dazzling selections of gin. Pubs and food in Britain go hand in hand. Nowhere more so than in Shropshire, where we do both extremely well. From sandwiches and tasty bar snacks (think homemade scotch eggs or fat, delicious sausage rolls) to Sunday carveries or gourmet lunches, Shropshire will ensure you never drink on an empty stomach. You’ll find that all Shropshire pubs serving food are welcoming to families with young children, making them ideal places for Sunday roast or a family meal. Brewing is big business in Shropshire. Several Shropshire pubs have their own microbreweries. Bishop’s Castle in south Shropshire is home to two breweries. One of them is the oldest working brewery in Britain, its licence granted by King Charles I in 1642. There are distilleries too. Speciality and award winning Shropshire businesses, waiting to welcome you. Here’s to seeing you in a Shropshire pub soon…cheers!

Shrewsbury

Shropshire Wine School

Wine Tasting For Everyone We provide a range of wine tasting experiences from very informal events designed for complete novices to advanced professional qualifications for the hospitality industry and wine enthusiasts. We do not sell wine, so there is no sales pressure, instead we source our wines from a variety of suppliers both local and […]

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Whitchurch

Reubens

in 1989, the Kanauros family brought Reuben stubbs bistro onto the food scene, with over 30 years of developing original flavours, the family business was handed over to the next generation of restaurateurs and Reubens bar & BBQ was born. With A passion of deep smokey flavours found in American cooking, and the love of creating unique blends of […]

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Market Drayton

Joule's Brewery

Independent Shropshire Brewer steeped in over 200 years of History At Joule’s Brewery, we’re not just about brewing exceptional beer; we’re dedicated to crafting memorable experiences. As the world’s sixth oldest beer trademark, with a history steeped in tradition and a quality, our journey is a tapestry of commitment. As passionate pub professionals, we uphold the timeless […]

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Shrewsbury

The Boat House - Shrewsbury

The boathouse bar and grill  The interiors of this back and white Tudor inn are intimate, a set of small adjoining rooms with wood deck floors and scrubbed oak tables gives the impression of being on a boat sailing down the Severn. The elevated situation above the river captures the reflected light from the flowing […]

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Ellesmere

The Shropshire Distillery

HONESTY • TRANSPARENCY • PROVENANCE The Shropshire Distillery is where we conceive, create and craft all of our premium award-winning gins, liqueurs and spirits. We also have an  array of immersive distillery experiences available right in the heart of our Ellesmere Distillery. From the selection process to the final pour, every step is executed with precision […]

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Ludlow

Ludlow Distillery

HANDCRAFTED EXCELLENCE We’re very proud to craft the very best spirits. It all began with the birth of Ludlow Gin in 2018. From the outset we wanted to create premium hand-crafted gins that you could drink neat as well as in cocktails and the classic G&T; distilled spirits should be creations of beauty, something to […]

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Shrewsbury

Old Hand and Diamond

A family-run 17th-century border inn that has provided refreshments and accommodation for travellers for hundreds of years. Situated in beautiful open countryside on the Powys/Shropshire border, The Old Hand & Diamond makes an excellent central base to visit all the delights of Shropshire’s county town, Shrewsbury 9 miles away and the rural hilly landscape of […]

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Whitchurch

The Black Bear, Whitchurch

Welcome to The Black Bear, a beautiful medieval pub building right next to St Alkmund’s Church in the heart of Whitchurch. We’ve got good honest food and drink, including decent wines that we blend and import ourselves and a beer that we brew ourselves, too. We’ve also got a lovely courtyard garden which is very […]

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Shrewsbury

Theatre Severn

If you enjoy live entertainment, plays, musicals, comedy, dance and live music, or you’re looking for a great night out, Theatre Severn is the place to go. With two auditoriums, a stylish bar housed in an old chapel and terraces offering stunning views across the River Severn and rooftops of Shrewsbury, this is the perfect […]

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Oswestry

The Cross Keys - Kinnerley

The Cross Keys is a stunning 14th century pub in the unspoilt village of Kinnerley. This hidden treasure has been lovingly restored by the local community. Serving beautifully prepared seasonal fare served alongside delicious Shropshire pub classics. Offering real ales from local breweries and a interesting winelist, many available by the glass. On a chilly […]

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Bridgnorth

The Bulls Head Inn at Chelmarsh

The Bull’s Head is a traditional family owned 18th century (circa 1730) Inn,  four miles south of historic Bridgnorth, set amidst Shropshire’s rolling hills, with stunning views over the Severn Valley, Clee Hills & Chelmarsh Reservoir. The Inn has many original features such as exposed beams and stone walls in the Bar areas, where a […]

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Shrewsbury

Riverside Inn

New for 2021, Greene King Inns welcomed the Riverside Inn, Shrewsbury, to the family.  At the postcard-perfect Riverside Inn, you will feel instantly at home with a warm welcome, exceptional service, delicious pub classics and expertly curated drinks. The charming grade II-listed Inn boasts idyllic views over the River Severn and fascinating heritage around the […]

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Ludlow

The Clive Arms

We are a boutique inn located in the heart of the Oakly Park Estate and are in the perfect location to explore Ludlow and the surrounding Shropshire countryside. We are based on a site with plenty to do even when you just step outside – including the award-winning Ludlow Farmshop. Time for a break We […]

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