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Castle Hotel

(also known as Castle)

The Square
Bishop's Castle
SY9 5BN

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Premises Description

Accredited for beer quality 2019 - 20

Social Links

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Opening Times

Regular

Monday	11.00 am - 11.00 pm
Tuesday	11.00 am - 11.00 pm
Wednesday	11.00 am - 11.00 pm
Thursday	11.00 am - 11.00 pm
Friday	11.00 am - 11.00 pm
Saturday	11.00 am - 11.00 pm
Sunday	11.00 am - 10.30 pm

Meal Times

Mon - Sun noon - 2.30pm, 6pm - 8pm

Operator

Independent

About the Pub

The 18th century Grade II Listed Castle Hotel is a rather impressive place and has a great deal going for it. Its elevated position on the site of what was the castle overlooking the little town of Bishops Castle and the hills surrounding it, sets the scene. And, having entered, it does not disappoint. Although it is a small hotel, there is no doubt that this is also an excellent pub. There are three bars, each with its own character, but at the same time contributing to the overall ambience of a comfortable traditional pub that has bags of period charm. Moreover, if you visit in the winter, the fires in each room may well encourage one to linger a little longer! And it doesn’t stop there! The public bar to the rear has been extended to give access not only to a pretty terrace, but also up some steps to the garden which is rather special!

Is a participant in the annual Bishops Castle Beer Festival held each July. One of fifteen pubs in the Branch area which appeared in the first Good Beer Guide in 1974. And here's what it said! "Magnificent example of a Georgian hotel, retaining atmosphere. Meals of excellent quality, Mitchells & Butlers mild & bitter" These days, the four regular beers are supplemented by a fifth in the summer. But look out for the Real Ale Tasting Board, where one can try three of the ales, supplied in three one third pint glasses.

The Bicycle, Dog & Boot Wash Area in the car park is an unusual pub feature.

Regular ales

This pub serves 4 regular beers.

Clun Pale Ale
Hobsons Best
Salopian Oracle
Three Tuns Solstice

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Features

Real Ale Available
Real Cider Available
Long Mynd.
Quiet Pub
Historic Pub Interior
Regionally Historic Pub Interior

Facilities

Disabled Access
Lunchtime Meals
Also breakfast served to non-residents.
Evening Meals
Garden
What must be one of the finest beer gardens in Shropshire. They were lovingly created by the previous owners and provide terracing, a vine covered gazebo, imaginative water features, lawns, colourful shrubs, mature trees, and of course they take full advantage of the wonderful view.
Parking
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Accommodation
12 rooms, special offers available on accomodation during the Winter months.
Traditional Pub Games
Dominoes, Darts and various board games.
Live Music
Real Fire
Restaurant Area
Separate oak panelled dining room called the Oak Room.
Separate Bar
Smoking Area
Wifi

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Castle Hotel

The Square
Bishop's Castle
SY9 5BN

Sat Nav Reference

52.49489, -2.99792

Transport

Close to Bus Routes

Nearby Bus Routes (< ½ mile)

Route 553

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