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The Beer and the Breweries

If you are looking to stay in an unspoilt market town with one of the best reputations for real ale and beer in the country, then Bishops Castle is the place to be. With a fantastic brewing heritage and the Three Tuns Brewery in town and another 16 micro-breweries within a 25 mile radius producing some of the best beer in the land.

The Three Tuns Brewery

The Three Tuns is a stone’s throw from our front door – occasionally guests at The Castle will have the unique experience of waking up to the faint smell of freshly malting hops drifting in the air! The Tuns is the UK’s oldest licensed brewery and is widely regarded as being one of the most prestigious. They have been brewing exceptional beer for over 386 years and were first granted a licence in 1642.
The iconic building consists of the original brew house and the traditional Victorian tower. It is a rare surviving example of a small working rural brewery.

“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

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