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This large terrace pub in the shadow of Shrewsbury Abbey is in a listed building, dating from 1725. The pub has undergone a recent sympathetic refurbishment and update. There are two distinct halves to the pub. The lounge side is more food oriented, the bar side contains the dart board. It was an entry in the early days of the Good Beer guide in 1975, though all it said at the time was "Bass Worthington Bitter and Mild, and M&B Mild"! For those with longer memories, it was also judged the 'Perfect Pub' in Shropshire in 1967, in the Shropshire Star competition of that year. Three changing beers are offered, from the Heineken list. The pub is licensed until 1am at the weekend. Dogs are welcome in the refurbished garden and the bar. On-street parking is available immediately opposite.
Historic Interest
The imposing Abbey just a few feet from the front door was founded in 1083 by Roger de Montgomerie, a close relative/friend of William the Conqueror, and who was buried in the Abbey. Initially the pub was sited directly on the main London to Holyhead highway, however in 1836 Thomas Telford oversaw the construction of the new road through the Abbey grounds, which had been deteriorating ever since the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the 16th Century. Fortunately for the pub, the growth of the town meant that it was not completely cut-off from passing trade.
This Pub serves 2 changing beers and 0 regular beers.
Crown, Shrewsbury
Source: Regional
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Lunchtime Meals
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Live Music
Garden
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