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Anchor, Shrewsbury

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Opens at 12:00pm
137 Frankwell, Frankwell, Shrewsbury, SY3 8JX (View on Google Map)
(01743) 537169
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Accredited for beer quality 2022.

Once owned by Wem Brewery, also by Wrekin Brewery of Wellington, the Anchor is a traditional one roomed pub conveniently placed opposite Theatre Severn. The pleasant front area has a mixture of exposed brickwork and wood panelling. At the other end of the bar is a small lounge area with comfy seating and a darts area. There are several TVs showing music/sport dotted around the pub. Has four handpumps, but often only three are in use. Guest beers are not always available.

Limited Disabled Access but no Disabled Toilets

Historic Interest

The Anchor was in danger of going out of business at the turn of the century following repeated flooding of the nearby River Severn. However, the erection of flood barriers in 2003 has alleviated the situation, and trade would have gained a boost thanks to the Theatre, which opened in 2009.

Information for this venue is provided by the Shrewsbury & West Shropshire Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Old Anchor
Local Authority
Shropshire
Last updated
21/01/2024
Last surveyed
01/03/2023
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Punch Pubs & Co (Punch Taverns)
Pub ID
SHR/4543
Asset of Community Value
Monday
3:00pm - 11:00pm
Tuesday
Noon - 11:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 11:00pm
Thursday
Noon - Midnight
Friday
Noon - Midnight
Saturday
Noon - Midnight
Sunday
Noon - 11:00pm
Monday
No Service
Tuesday
Noon - 8:00pm
Wednesday
Noon - 8:00pm
Thursday
Noon - 8:00pm
Friday
Noon - 8:00pm
Saturday
Noon - 8:00pm
Sunday
Noon - 4:00pm
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Current beers

This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 3 regular beers.

Regular and recently seen

Timothy Taylor - Landlord TasteMatch Prediction

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Taylor's Landlord Pump clip
Timothy Taylor - Landlord Session Bitter • 4.3% Spotted 4 times.
Taylor's Landlord Pump clip
Timothy Taylor - Landlord

This beer is served regularly and Spotted 4 times. at Anchor, Shrewsbury.

ABV 4.3%
Dispense Handpump
Style Session Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Wye Valley - Pyoneer TasteMatch Prediction

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Wye Valley - Pyoneer
Wye Valley - Pyoneer Session Bitter • 3.4% Spotted once.
Wye Valley - Pyoneer
Wye Valley - Pyoneer

This beer is served regularly and Spotted once. at Anchor, Shrewsbury.

ABV 3.4%
Dispense Handpump
Style Session Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No

Wye Valley - Butty Bach TasteMatch Prediction

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Wye Valley - Butty Bach
Wye Valley - Butty Bach Premium Bitter • 4.5% Spotted 6 times.
Wye Valley - Butty Bach
Wye Valley - Butty Bach

This beer is served regularly and Spotted 6 times. at Anchor, Shrewsbury.

ABV 4.5%
Dispense Handpump
Style Premium Bitter
Colour
Vegan No
Gluten Free No
Changing

Changing beers typically include: Salopian (varies)

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Facilities
Sports TV Sports TV
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Bar snacks
Live Music Live Music
Garden Garden
Small enclosed boarded area at rear.
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Games Games
Darts
Smoking Smoking
A small but secluded smoking area is available to the rear, and because of the limited disabled access, a ramp can be provided by request.
Features
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Cask Marque Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating
Cask Marque: Beer and Cellar Hygiene rating 5 out of 5
Transport
Close to bus routes
1 12 70 553 540 576 74
Nearby Station (600m)
Shrewsbury

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