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Eating at The Castle Hotel
Lunch is served Everyday: 12pm – 2.30pm
Dinner is Served Everyday: 6.00 – 8.00pm
Call 01588638403 to book a table.
Good food is central to the experience of staying at The Castle Hotel, and we have menus for lunch, dinner, Sunday lunch, afternoon tea and even breakfast! For sample menus see the links from this page
If you want to eat out in Bishops Castle look no further – Shropshire has a long history of culinary excellence. Shrewsbury has a plethora of good restaurants, and Ludlow is just down the road, which for a time boasted more Michelin starred restaurants than London itself! We don’t do Michelin at The Castle, but we certainly use many of the same local suppliers. We’re spoilt for them actually. What we aim to produce is modern, good pub food that is healthy, hearty, flavoursome and fresh. And great value of course.
And you’ve a wide choice of places to eat at The Castle. Each of the three bars has its own individual character, some with open fires, some with terraces out into the garden. Or try our oak panelled restaurant, believed to feature in the Mary Webb novel “The House in Dormer Forest”.
And when the weather is warm, and remember it’s always sunny in Shropshire, our beautiful south facing gardens with fantastic terrace and raised fish ponds provide the perfect spot for a light repast and a cooling beverage.
Give us a call on 01588 638403 to book a table at lunch or dinner.
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To book a table call 01588 638403.
Our Suppliers
We use as many locally sourced produce as possible. This is actually a very easy task as we are blessed with an outstanding selection of local specialist suppliers including local game meat, farmers markets and local homemade Ice-cream. South Shropshire is now one the leading areas in Britain for locally sourced, sustainable produce. Ludlow, 20 minutes away on the other side of the Long Mynd and is world famous for its quality dining and we use most of the same suppliers. Enjoy !
“Highly recommended by friends the Hotel did not disappoint. charming and helpful staff, delicious food and drink and comfortable room made this a very pleasant overnight stay on our Journey.”
A. Person — Trip Advisor
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This is a wonderful place to enjoy if you’re in Bishop’s Castle. We called in for coffee and cake on the Saturday and returned for Sunday lunch the next day. Fantastic service, excellent food and drink and a really nice atmosphere. 
Keith G
1 August 2026 - We had 2 specifications a walk in shower and a large bed bigger than a double! The Castle Hotel could meet both requirements! The room was large and well ventilated ,it was very hot, not anyone s fault. What there was an outside seating area close to our room.
The hotel is very dog friendly which we didn t mind but may not suit everyone.
The hotel is very old, lots of changes of level and very atmospheric. The Dining Room has wooden panelling , I expected Mrs Bennett to appear.
The cooking is excellent . We drank excellent local wine from the nearby winery, local beer was available. I suspect the ice cream was also local.
A daily what s on sheet was provided at breakfast , a nice touch to encourage local visits. 
ahs1956
1 August 2026 - The Castle Hotel is a very well managed hotel. Staff are well trained (and really pleasant and helpful) and everything was very efficient. This was a one night stay as we were cycle touring ; our bikes were safely stored and we were upgraded to a better room which was spacious and comfortable and really tastefully decorated. The only minor disadvantage was the proximity of the Town Hall clock which strikes every 15 minutes night and day - we had to close the window. The food in the restaurant is good, and well
priced, although for us the portions were too large. Breakfast was fine. Check in and checkout times are generous (3pm and 11am respectively) The garden is a very pretty and relaxing space and there is a guest terrace.
We would have no hesitation in returning. 
Dajtrav
1 August 2026
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The Castle Hotel, Bishops Castle
(opens in a new tab)Offering great value hotel accommodation, food & beer in Bishop's Castle, Shropshire since 1719
It still feels a little early to think about Christmas 🎄 but take a look at our Christmas menu, some weekend dates are filling up fast in December!
🍽️ Planning on dining in Bishop’s Castle?We recommend booking your table in advance.With the Three Tuns currently closed for refurbishment, there are fewer places to eat in town, meaning tables at The Castle Hotel are booking up earlier than usual.The Poppy House is also open and serving lunch Wednesday to Sunday, giving you another great option during your stay. ☕If you’re planning to dine with us during your stay, we recommend reserving your table ahead of time to avoid disappointment.📍 Getting to usPlease note that Salop Street is currently closed due to scaffolding around the Three Tuns.To reach The Castle Hotel, simply head up the High Street and you’ll find us at the top of town.We look forward to welcoming you! 🏰🍴
Important Please Read: A Beautiful 2026 Michaelmas Fair All the elements were in place. The sun shone! Lions, Dragons and Morris Teams danced alongside each other. Wonderful live music from the top to the bottom of town. Exceptional steamers and vintage vehicles. Magical lanterns. Great entertainment and stalls. And lots of families and visitors all having a great day out. We would like to thank the Michaelmas trustees and committee members and all the volunteers who helped on the day and all the wonderful entertainers! We REALLY DO need new people to join the team to help shape and run this beautiful fair. It’s a much-loved event. This year a couple of key committee members are stepping down. We need some new people to join the team to deliver a fair in 2027!! There are comprehensive plans and guides to running the event in its current form and an experienced committee to help support, including a chair and secretary. It’s an amazing opportunity for someone with energy and vision to have this event in their portfolio - and as the fair had a good year, we are in a position to offer some remuneration for someone to take on the coordinator role (Pay to be discussed with applicants).Without additional help the fair will not be able to take place. So if you can spare some time and would like to help shape and deliver the 2027 fair, we would love to hear from you. Every contribution, big or small, will make a difference. If you are interested, please contact info@michaelmasfair.co.uk. Thank you to everyone who came and supported Michaelmas 2026 and made it one of our best years yet! The provisional date for next year's fair is set for Saturday 4th September 2027. This is subject to an adequate number of people joining the team to plan and prepare this wonderful event. Come and be a part of this magical, memory making day in a very special town!Please like and share with anyone who you think might be interested in the Fair Coordinator Role or joining the committee in a smaller capacity as there are a variety of roles with different levels of commitment.
🍂 October mornings in Bishop’s Castle 🍂As we move into autumn, Shropshire takes on a whole new beauty. The leaves begin to turn, the hills glow with rich autumn colours, and the scenery around Bishop’s Castle is simply stunning. 🌳🍁Enjoy a crisp morning walk across the Long Mynd, take in the views, then make your way back to the hotel and settle in beside one of our three log fires, enjoy a delicious meal and raise a glass of local real ale. 🍺🔥The perfect way to spend an autumn day in the Shropshire Hills.
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