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Church Inn, Ludlow (Church)

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Operator: Independent
The Buttercross, Ludlow, SY8 1AW (View on Google Map)
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Popular fourteenth century town centre pub. Starting out as the Cross Keys, it has had several names since then, only becoming the Church Inn in 1979 (following a five year spell as the Gaiety Inn). The pub is located in an alley behind the Buttercross (originally the site of the High Cross, which was the official centre of the town). Behind it is St Laurence's Church, from which the pub takes it's name (the ashes of the poet A. E. Housman, the author of 'A Shropshire Lad', were scattered in the churchyard). Re-opened in December 2016 after a major refurbishment, the main downstairs room now has a very contemporary feel to it, with a range of seating styles to choose from. The original central servery has gone, being replaced by a smaller one to the side. A wide range of local ales is offered. Upstairs at the rear is a gallery-style room with additional seating, which overlooks the grounds of St Laurence's Church. The gents has also seen a facelift, with interesting results. In pride of place next to the bar is an old bell from the church dating from 1756.

The Gents loos are noteworthy.

Historic Interest

Had a cider only licence up to 1969.

Information for this venue is provided by the Shrewsbury & West Shropshire Branch of CAMRA
Previous Names
Cross Keys; Gaiety Inn
Local Authority
Shropshire
Last updated
29/02/2024
Last surveyed
29/02/2024
Pub ID
SHR/4907
Asset of Community Value
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Opening
Food
Monday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Noon - 3:00pm & 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Noon - 3:00pm & 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Noon - 3:00pm & 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Noon - 3:00pm & 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday
Noon - Midnight
Noon - 3:00pm & 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday
Noon - Midnight
Noon - 3:00pm & 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Sunday
Noon - 10:30pm
Noon - 3:00pm & 6:00pm - 8:30pm
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Facilities
Lunchtime Meals Lunchtime Meals
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Garden Garden
Family Friendly Family Friendly
Dog Friendly Dog Friendly
Accommodation Accommodation
9 rooms
Function Room Function Room
Rear upstairs area, seats 26.
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Real Fire Real Fire
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
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Transport
Close to bus routes
435 722 292 492
Nearby Station (450m)
Ludlow
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