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Church Inn, Ludlow (Church)

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Operator: Independent
The Buttercross, Ludlow, SY8 1AW (View on Google Map)

Accredited for beer quality 2022.

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. 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 "background" music in somewhat intrusive.

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
04/07/2025
Last surveyed
17/05/2025
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
individual
Pub ID
SHR/4907
Asset of Community Value
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Monday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Tuesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Wednesday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Thursday
11:00am - 11:00pm
Friday
Noon - Midnight
Saturday
Noon - Midnight
Sunday
Noon - 10:30pm
Monday
Noon - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Tuesday
Noon - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday
Noon - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Thursday
Noon - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Friday
Noon - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday
Noon - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Sunday
Noon - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 8:30pm

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Current beers

This Pub serves 1 changing beer and 3 regular beers.

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Ludlow - Ludlow Best TasteMatch Prediction

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Ludlow - Ludlow Best
Ludlow - Ludlow Best Session Bitter • 3.7% Spotted 6 times.
Ludlow - Ludlow Best
Ludlow - Ludlow Best

This beer is served regularly and Spotted 6 times. at Church Inn, Ludlow.

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% Spotted 14 times.
Ludlow - Gold
Ludlow - Gold

This beer is served regularly and Spotted 14 times. at Church Inn, Ludlow.

ABV 4.2%
Dispense Handpump
Style Session Golden Ale
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 Church Inn, Ludlow.

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

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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.
Newspapers Newspapers
Real Fire Real Fire
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Cask Ale Cask Ale
Member Discount Scheme Member Discount Scheme
10% Discount
Transport
Close to bus routes
435 722 292 492
Nearby Station (450m)
Ludlow

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