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Malt Shovel, Highley

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Operator: Independent
Woodhill Road, Highley, WV16 6HT (View on Google Map)
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This Pub is Closed Long Term

16th century free-house at the northern end of this rural village which was formerly a large mining community. There is evidence that a pub existed on this site during the 14th century with its important position next to a bridleway.

The traditional bar at the front of the premises has faced brickwork walls and a quarry-tiled floor. The room is dominated by a pool table.

Via a corridor the large lounge area at the rear is part carpeted and part timber floor boarded. This comfortable room has a wood burning stove. Witty conversation and banter is a common feature amongst the locals who make strangers welcome.

Down steps from the lounge is large conservatory with beautiful views. This room can be hired for private functions.

Local CAMRA branch Pub of the Season - Summer 2019

Local CAMRA branch Pub of the Season Summer 2019

Extensive outdoor drinking areas at the front of the pub include a grassed children's area with play equipment adjacent to the carpark. There are benches with umbrellas in a patio area near the entrance of the pub. At the rear of the pub be sure to visit the large elevated decking area with bench seating. This area affords fantastic views over the south Shropshire countryside with the Clee Hills in the distance.

During the late August bank holiday weekend the pub hosts the very popular "Chelfest" - a festival of live local bands and discos

In the summer months 2 changing guest beers are available.

Opening hours may vary depending on how busy the pub is.

Local CAMRA branch Pub of the Season - Summer 2019

Information for this venue is provided by the Bridgnorth Sub Branch Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Local Authority
Shropshire
Last updated
05/01/2025
Last surveyed
27/08/2018
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
individual
Pub ID
TEL/3276
Asset of Community Value
Monday
4:00pm - Midnight
Tuesday
4:00pm - Midnight
Wednesday
4:00pm - Midnight
Thursday
Noon - Midnight
Friday
Noon - 2:00am
Saturday
Noon - 2:00am
Sunday
Noon - Midnight

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Current beers

This Pub serves 2 changing beers and 4 regular beers.

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Hobsons - Best TasteMatch Prediction

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Hobsons - Best
Hobsons - Best Session Bitter • 3.8%
Hobsons - Best
Hobsons - Best

This beer is served regularly at Malt Shovel, Highley.

ABV 3.8%
Dispense Handpump
Style Session Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Ludlow - Ludlow Best TasteMatch Prediction

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Ludlow - Ludlow Best
Ludlow - Ludlow Best Session Bitter • 3.7%
Ludlow - Ludlow Best
Ludlow - Ludlow Best

This beer is served regularly at Malt Shovel, Highley.

ABV 3.7%
Dispense Handpump
Style Session Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Ludlow - Gold TasteMatch Prediction

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Ludlow - Gold
Ludlow - Gold Session Golden Ale • 4.2%
Ludlow - Gold
Ludlow - Gold

This beer is served regularly at Malt Shovel, Highley.

ABV 4.2%
Dispense Handpump
Style Session Golden Ale
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Wye Valley - HPA TasteMatch Prediction

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Wye Valley - HPA
Wye Valley - HPA Session Pale Ale • 4%
Wye Valley - HPA
Wye Valley - HPA

This beer is served regularly at Malt Shovel, Highley.

ABV 4%
Dispense Handpump
Style Session Pale Ale
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

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Facilities
Garden Garden
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Disabled Access Disabled Access
Not to the patio or conservatory
Parking Parking
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Function Room Function Room
Conservatory & marquee
Games Games
Darts, dominoes, pool
Real Fire Real Fire
Separate Bar Separate Bar
Smoking Smoking
Uncovered
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Cask Ale Cask Ale
LocAle LocAle
Transport
Close to bus routes (100m)
Arriva: 125 (Not Sunday)
Closest station (1350m)
SVR Country Park Halt

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