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The Wheatsheaf Inn, Ludlow

Lower Broad Street
Ludlow
SY8 1PQ
Phone: 01584872980
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Pub Type

Leased (Marstons)

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Reviews of The Wheatsheaf Inn (Average Rating: 6 of 10) Add Review see review guidelines

Tris C left this review about The Wheatsheaf Inn

As described below with pics on their website, this is the first pub you encounter when entering from the south, driving over the bridge which straddles the Teme; it’s also nestled in the shadow of the magnificent 13th century Broad Gate tower.
Overall, this is a cosy place, carpeted, real fire and plenty of hanging brassware, with much exposed old stone and timbers, some modern light fixings looking a bit out of place. Customers were a resolutely older bunch, with a group from the Black Country then a couple from Liverpool, all seemingly staying in the guest rooms.
A dull ale selection manifested itself in the form of an unused pump, then Pedigree, Wainwright’s Golden Beer and Ringwood’s Razor Back (very cheap at £2.05 a half) and almost as vinegary as when Ian sampled it, served by a friendly barman.
This is a perfectly pleasant pub where I could happily spend some time, but it really needs to get its cask choice in order. To quote Ian Fleming: Once is happenstance. Twice is coincidence. Three times is enemy action.

On 1st December 2023 - rating: 6
[User has posted 1955 recommendations about 1922 pubs]


ROB Camra left this review about The Wheatsheaf Inn

Originally two cottages many years ago, this is now a Marston's pub. Lots of dark wood around the place mean that it looks good, though how much is left from the original cottages who knows. There's a small room to the left as you enter that appears to be mainly for dining, although it was closed on our Monday afternoon visit. A massive fireplace is facing you and the bar is to the right. Up a few steps to a further room to the right. Three handpumps on the bar with beers from the extended Marston's stable. My first pint of Ringwood was vinegar, but it was changed with no problem and an apology. I then chose a Pedigree which was in good nick, Ms CAMRA like the wine as well. Overall a decent pub, but Ludlow is blessed with so many good ones, it's not anything spevial around here.

On 22nd August 2023 - rating: 6
[User has posted 3216 recommendations about 3127 pubs]


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Real Ale Ray left this review about The Wheatsheaf Inn

Situated just beside Ludlow's Broadgate, which was completed in 1270. The pub itself dates from 1753 and is now a Marston's house. The pub has a lot of interesting features both inside and out and there was a large very welcoming log fire on our recent visit. The interior is traditional and has a rural feel to it, the main room is long and narrow, with the bar area found halfway down along the back wall. The seating areas was very comfortable and the atmosphere was homely. Four handpumps with three beers on, Brakspear Gold, Christmas Everyday and Pedigree. I went for the Pedigree which was better than I imagined.

On 13th January 2020 - rating: 6
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Pub location see interactive map of local area
Map location corrected by Tris C
Ludlow, 0.58 miles, 11 min walk (show)
Craven Arms, 8.4 miles, 2 hr 42 min walk (show)
Broome, 9.47 miles, 3 hr 2 min walk (show)
Latest updates View all updates for The Wheatsheaf Inn, Ludlow
1st Dec 2023, 19:22
Review submitted by Tris C
 
17th Sep 2023, 12:52
Web Link submitted by Tris C approved

Pub Details

Pub details supplied by members of this site to the best of their knowledge. Please check with pub directly before making a special trip.

  • Accommodation : Yes - Five rooms. - last updated 22 November 2023 by Tris C
  • Bar Billiards : No last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Beer Festivals : No last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Beer Garden : No - Limited pavement seating. - last updated 22 November 2023 by Tris C
  • CAMRA Discount : No last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Car Park : No last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Child Friendly : Yes last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Darts : No last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Dog Friendly : Yes last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Function Room : Yes last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Hot Food : Yes last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Jukebox : No last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Karaoke : No last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Live Music : Yes last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Live TV Sports : No last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Micropub : No last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Pinball : No last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Pool Table : No last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Quiz Night : Yes last updated 29 November 2023 by Tris C
  • Real Ale : Yes last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Real Cider : No last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
  • Wheelchair Access : No last updated 29 November 2023 by Tris C
  • WiFi : Yes last updated 22 August 2023 by ROB Camra
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