The Sunday carvery was very good with a choice of three meats and a very good choice of…read morevegetables. The puddings were awesome to

Surely there's an award for best pub garden out there somewhere and this pub simply MUST win it!…read more Every Englishmen loves settling in for a good bank holiday session and this pub garden was the most perfect location for it. Set at the top of the little High Street in Bishops Castle, the view stretched for miles across the immaculate English and Welsh countryside. There is a vast amount of space, with lots of large tables for big parties and a stretch of grass where children and dogs ran freely, out of the way of the tables. The pub served lots of lovely locally brewed ales, my friends and I enjoyed many a Shropshire lad! Although I didn't have chance to sample the food, it smelt and looked delicious. I am now seriously considering moving to Shropshire.

This hotel and town were perfect for a relaxing few days. The hotel was charming and well-run by…read morethe proprietors. The rooms were comfortable and ours had an amazing view. We enjoyed our meals in the hotel, especially the full breakfast. There was plenty of room to sit and have lunch, tea or beer both inside and outside. Everyone was so friendly. Definitely with some of my favorite vacations and we'll be returning next time we're in Britain.

Really enjoyed our meal at the crown! Very generous with the portions. The service was incredible…read moreand the staff were so pleasant! I would recommend either the margarita pizza or the pork roast. Highly recommend and will definitely be returning.

We were really surprised by this place when we stayed here. From the outside it looked fantastic,…read morewith its low roof, and authentic black and white beams. Inside was still traditionally maintained but looked a little tired. The food in the italian restaurant next door was really tasty and surprisingly reasonably priced. The main bar area was quiet for a monday night, but there was a pianist in the corner and the atmosphere was really cosy, not to mention a good range of real ales that the barman informed me were all local. The room we stayed in was clean and tidy and the staff were all excellent, couldn't have asked for more.

Brought my friend here as a belated Birthday dinner, I've driven past it so many times, and heard…read moreit talked about so often- I thought it was finally time to actually have some food here. It's exactly my kind of decor, dark, homely, rustic, kind of scottish castle feel-y, which is what I aim for in any property... It was quite quiet- but on a simultaneous Tuesday off, I wasn't particularly surprised. The staff were lovely, two quite attentive waiters. Rosemary olives were lovely to start, and gorgeous warm bread. Both of us went for the duck, jus, charred broccoli and game crisps. I honestly could have eaten it all day, perfectly balanced, perfectly cooked and rich without feeling too heavy. My friend is weird, and hates vegetables, which usually concerns the maternal nag in me, but today I didn't care when it meant bonus broccoli. I will definitely come back again, I can completely see why people get married here- I would just for the food, never mind a bedroom swing!

Slightly slow service at the bar was no indication of the excellent meal that was to follow…read more Oysters, smoked salmon blinis, moules and escabeche of haddock and prawns were all pronounced good starters. For mains, sea bass, loin of venison and salt cod were all received with praise and the treacle tart and custard for dessert was very good. With two bottles of wine and three beers the bill was £210 for four. An enjoyable evening in pleasant surroundings and good value for money.

Excellent pub with great service, parking on site, friendly bartenders and waitstaff. Had the…read morepotato stuffed with beans and cheese and a cider. What a huge potato stuffed to the gills! The other order was fish and chips. The plate held a huge piece of perfectly battered haddock fillet with side tartar. The chips were crisp and lightly oiled. Both lacked salt. The bottled water with lemon was a good too. We dined to Billy Holiday and Sarah Vaughn playing softly in the background and lively welsh banter between regulars at the bar. The chairs were comfy. The loo nicely appointed. A very nice English Day.

Stopped in for a lunch yesterday while walking around town. They have a huge selection of items to…read morechoose from. Was happy to get a salad and sandwich combo. Also got some breaded chicken and wings off the specials board that were nice and tasty. My mother and father had bangers and mash would looked like a solid choice as well.

This is a brilliant, traditional style pub where families are welcome…read more There's locals drinking at he bar as well as families and couples having lunch from the extensive menu. There's everything from Mussels to sizzling skillets, pies and grills. Food here is all homemade and great value. Huge portions too. I had a mixed grill on my last visit which included steak, gammon, pork chop, lamb chop, sausage, black pudding, eggs, onion rings, Tomato, mushrooms, peas and their amazing homecut chips. £9.45. Bargain! My Other half had a burger (again) where he could choose 3 toppings from a list. Also served with chips and was around £6.50. Drinks are very reasonable and this place is a must if you're nearby. It's gaining a brilliant reputation and you'll need to book at the weekend.

Got engaged here! We had the bridal suite. Amazed when I walked in. Very romantic with a modern…read moretwist. Large luxurious four poster bed and plenty of storage. Large bathroom with a great shower and accessories. We had a meal downstairs in Oscars restaurant which is very modern yet intimate and the food was more than excellent! When we told the manger that we had got engaged in our room he was very accommodating. We had one of the best meals we had had in a long time and service was impeccable. We had a few drinks in the public bar next door which was very homely and welcoming yet lively and we went to bed very happy and excited. The outdoor areas are excellent and well kept. Above all, I would recommend this hotel to anybody above any 'chain' hotel as the rooms are exceptional and the service is personal and attentive. My only problem is that they don't do weddings!

The cat came away from here looking relaxed and well fed and you can't really ask for more than…read morethat (other than maybe teaching her to go to the shops for milk and stuff).

From the owner: Tanglewood Farm Cottages are two recently renovated, self catering holiday cottages situated near…read moreCraven Arms South Shropshire. The Old Dairy, sleeps 5+1, also has a travel cot and highchair and is very well equipped both inside and out, comes with a private hot tub. The Willows, sleeps 4,+ travel cot and high chair, is spacious both inside and out, also has a private hot-tub and an infrared sauna.

I'm a real fan of this place…read more A flat carpark, through the orangery entry, and suddenly, up. The place is filled will green, huge hollow rhododendrons, wooden steps, follies, tunnels, rocks coloured with copper and branches arching, dripping with berries. The root covered paths are lined with raspberry and bramble bushes, and beautiful views off cliffs and through expanses of corn off to the horizon, leading to caves, grottos and arches. The twisting old trees are fit for tolkien, and I think I'm right in bits of Narnia being filmed here. It's a lot of unavoidable steps, so unsuitable for wheelchairs and prams unfortunately. Best on a dry day to avoid slippery rocks and carved steps, wear sensible shoes, take a bottle of a water and a torch (some tunnels are purposely not lit) and I'd also advise a picnic, partly because picnics are the best thing ever, but also because the tea room is pants!

Wow what a place.... Caves, ravines and a lovely walk through great scenery some of which is…read morelooking over a fantastic golf course I think I would like to play. I've uploaded a picture of my partner as we headed up the ravine.

What a stunning location! Set in the Welsh countryside, this hotel is housed in a building that was…read moreoriginally built in the 1500s! The rooms are nice and comfortable, particularly the bed. I liked that the bathroom has a bathtub - was exactly what I felt like after a long day of travelling. The check in process is simple and the staff are lovely and polite. The restaurant has a great menu and the food is very good. The rooms and the hotel are a whole was very clean and well presented. I would certainly stay there again.