The Bridges Pub in Shropshire - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

I wouldn't recommend unless a local to the pub. Not a welcoming friendly atmosphere young girls waitresses are rude more interested in congregating and laughing in the kitchen while surroundings are lovely would not recommend toasted sandwiches grease dripped out of them

Pop in here whenever I'm that way. Seen how the pub has improved over the last year. Great new layout. Addicted to sitting out the front and listening to the river flowing by. Great staff and good drinks.

Went last Friday 5.30 the place was very full.Limited menu but food and service highly recommended We left two hours later and the place was still busy .Very pretty Area to .We will definitely be back .

We always pay a visit here when we are at the nearby music festival and it never disappoints. Good ales to choose from and in a lovely setting. The buildings have had some extensive work recently but it is still very much a welcoming country pub. Lovely staff and the chef really knows his onions !

Friendly service, although took a while to get food. Beers and wine good, food little greasy, with little choice . Good value for money .

Really, really disappointed. The inn has been done up to a high standard which is great. However, no food whatsoever available to anyone who has not booked. As a local, once community pub this is very sad to see. There may be issues recruiting chefs but would it really be that hard to offer cobs and bowls of chips? After all, this is what walkers, cyclists and locals are probably looking for. Surely even a waitress could do this? There were 4 of them folding napkins when we were there. What a shame. Stiperstones Inn, here we come!!!

Best pub food I've had in a long, long time, much of it locally sourced, and very reasonably priced. Idyllic location, lovely ambience and great staff. And an excellent selection of local beers and ciders. What's not to like.

Great country pub in an idyllic stetting

Delicious burger, chili and CORNBREAD. Crisp lagers and lovely staff.

Basic pub, very basic food Bit of a locals and drinkers pub

I though places like this this had slipped from our country's grasp. But delighted to report , we had lunch at a spectacularly high quality , reasonably priced pub serving ace food. Lunch off the menu , all fresh and served in court yard . Staff bubbly and fun.. and delightfully engaged. Customer facing experience offered by a "savy" group of people..

Very very disappointing meal. Home cured ham- extremely dry, over- cooked hunks of meat, not enough sauce. We ordered 3 bowls of vegetables, they brought salad instead. We eventually received 3 bowls of steamed leaves. I had to ask for a steak knife but still had difficulty cutting the ham which was tasteless anyway. I left 2/3 of it. I asked waitress for doggy bag to take it home for dog but asked her to show it to chef first. She came back and said they would not charge me for it. Panna cotta pudding ok. I gave the foil packet back as I left, it was not even good enough for my dog.

The lady says there is no food, just drinks

Poor menu, odd selection. F'ing and blinding language of customers failed to enhance the experience. Should keep the building site language on the building site.

Beautiful setting, incredible food, friendly staff, will make the day trip from London just for the burger. We had the potato soup, BBQ quail, Welsh rarebit, peach salad, chicken salad, burger, and chili con carne. Every dish was amazing. Thank you!

Nice old place, with cozy eating areas and some nice outdoor seating both in the back and out front. Nice location with parking across the street, but can see that getting full when it's busy. We had lunch there (a burger, a lamb pie with some sides), but one thing to note is the menu was quite limited, but was tasty & fresh. All items on the menu came separately (i.e. the pie in a dish on a side plate, then the potatoes and greens both in 2 small dishes) which when not unusual for sides to come separately, the main dish (the pie) being on a small plate too meant you were unable to add the sides onto one plate to eat it together. Maybe next time, I'll ask for a normal dinner plate so I can combine the meal.

Lovely friendly staff, even held the door open for me to exit to beer garden with my drinks. Clean facilities and well stocked. Good choice of ales and lagers, at reasonable competitive prices. Cant say much more except we really enjoyed our visit.

A real gem in the wilderness. Proper real beer and excellent and original food. My only complaint is that I wish it was nearer! I would be a local for sure.

Great pub to stop for a drink, only 30 minutes from our campsite.small menu but good food and service, beautiful rear garden.

Nipped in for a coffee. Sat outside as it was a nice day. Shame about the smokers and vaping outside near the pub entrance.

This was very disappointing. It started first when we tried to order a bottle of wine. We could only order wine by the glass from a box. We asked why we could bot order a bottle of wine and were told it was not available. Then we saw the waitress opening a bottle of wine and she said that the wine was boing used because the box wine was finished and box wine only lasts a week so they couldn’t serve bottled wine until the box wine was finished. Never have I heard a more idiotic argument. You have to drink box wine, or carafe and if neither are available you get to drink bottled wine??? The chicken pie was dry with a bit of chicken at the bottom then the top half of the ramekin was empty with a dry overcooked crust on top. The roast beef was good but the potatoes could have been used as a lethal weapon, inedible. Sadly staff did not take on any constructive criticism. The table next to us complained as well. I think they need to get a capable manager and chef to get this pub operating! I don’t drink box wine and in a pub that’s not all that should be on offer. It’s a pity because it’s a very pretty location, but a long way to go before I would return.

Surpassed our expectations. All the staff were lovely and the food was fantastic (I can recommend the burger). Good value for the quality of food. A nice walk from our accommodation to the pub, on a footpath alongside a stream. Just what we needed after a hard charity bike ride. Perfect!

Excellent beer and food A good position for a family visit on a Sunday

Outstanding food in Shropshire! Fresh & seasonal ingredients, sophisticated yet not trying too hard, perfectly seasoned (fresh herbs), chosen AND at a dreamy spot that is worth driving to. Prices are definitely reasonable - with plenty of affordable options. Thank you so much for being here.

Love. Love, love this place. Produce is fantastic quality, all staff are amazing. Highly recommended.

It was quiet when we went in there but the staff made us feel very welcome. The seats could do with some cushions to make it a little more comfortable, but I know the place is being done up, so maybe that's on the cards anyway. This is a dog friendly place in a nice location.

Remote, quiet and characterful pub deep in the countryside. A perfect spot to stop off at during a sunny Shropshire road trip! Visited recently with my wife and had a lovely lunch. Recommended.

Nice pub, rustic and traditional. Great before, during or after hike!

I went on a two hour walk across the Shropshire Hills and ended up at the bridges. I can’t even begin to describe how jealous I am of the locals for having this pub. It’s incredibly rare to have such amazing food away from London. It’s in a really beautiful location, and it has such a cosy atmosphere with the fire, burning and the warmth on a cold day. I had the lamb for Sunday roast and it was pretty awesome. My friends had a whole selection of things which I tried from haddock soup to beet salad. I tried pretty much everything and I have to say there wasn’t a single dish that I didn’t think was superb. I’m planning on going back there as soon as I can

We took a friend for Sunday roast dinner. Ordered lamb and when it arrived we were told there was no mint sauce. Asked for redcurrant sauce but none of that either. We noticed after eating our meal that the next table was offered a green sauce which contained mint, but this was not offered to us. All the meals were served with what was described as a "jus" and when we asked for gravy we were told that was the gravy. It was very runny and tasted like vegetable water. We mentioned all this to 2 members of staff, but they were disinterested and offered no recompense. A very disappointing experience

The cider was off, and the hummus and beetroot lunch had no beetroot and was overly plain. To cap it all I was double charged. I phoned for a refund and the Pub never rang me back. Avoid!

Hunting and shooting pub. Big picture of Otis Ferry on the wall which tells you a lot, Then later the place filled up with entitled men in country clothes bringing guns inside the pub who completely monopolized the bar despite having been given a room to themselves. One of them blocked our car in with his Range Rover and was very rude when we politely asked if he could move and let us out. Our food was alright enough but expensive for what it was and was not up to the other gushing reviews. The beers we tried were not very nice and a lot more expensive than other places nearby. But my goodness from bottom to top the staff need training or changing from the pottymouth barperson to the rude and passive/aggressive young lady who is apparently the manager. I know we are struggling for staff in hospitality in Britain at the. moment but these really are the bottom of the barrel. There is lots of buillding works going on here at the moment and I can only hope the owners have deep pockets as they are not getting a return on their investment if they carry on like this. I certainly won't be coming back ant time soon

What a wonderful pub, full of character, attentive staff and delicious food. A great experience and an unbeatable reward for climbing up the Stiperstones.

Lovely welcoming staff & great food

Lovey pub best pub in the village thank you xx

What an unexpected treat. Halfway round a long family walk we stumbled on this fantastic pub. Far outweighed our expectations. Warm fire, local beers, great food and a lovely atmosphere!!!

The Bridges is the most fantastic pub on so many levels. The location itself is stunning, we had arrived in a party of 20 of family and friends for lunch, from walking in the hills nearby. The staff of The Bridges could not have been more friendly or accommodating to the needs of us all, whether it was taking the multiple orders of drinks to serving out our delicious lunches of cheese burgers and chips or hot steaming pies with buttered greens. As said, we were a large mass of people of multiple ages and a few dogs too and the friendly helpful staff really made the whole experience an absolute pleasure.

Great food and superb beers. A very friendly pub ideal to use as a base for exploring the Long Mynd and Stiperstones area. Large free car park and dog friendly. Update Dec 23 - now refurbished and extended, and just as good.

Gorgeous pub setting. Fantastic well thought about pub food. If you’re walking in the Striperstones area this pub is a must! Also Dog friendly.

Menu was OK, service needs a smile, atmosphere great.

The food is outstanding, not your usual pub food. The service and atmosphere was top notch! Amazing new chef.

What a gem of a place, had no idea it was there! May have to sample the food next time 😀

Another visit to this great pub. I was told there was a new chef so thought I would come again as it love this pub! The food was imaginative and most certainly different from the usual pub grub. We started by receiving complimentary (home made) sour dough and the most amazing butter, a great start! I then had the crab and fennel starter which was light and beautiful! My friend had the fried partridge. I then had roast chicken and vegetables (which they grow themselves at a local garden) Overall the food was stunning , a 100% must visit for anyone that is a foodie and appreciates, fresh and imagine cooking! I will return time and time and again! Keep it up and ignore the the miserable same old reviews from people wanting microwaved meals cooked on mass to please the masses! The beer selection is equally great! I love the contrast of the traditional local pub blended with delicious and inspiring food!

Came for an evening drink on Monday. We sat on a table by the fire and it was so cosy and warm. The pub is lovely and has board games there which for me is always a big plus! We didn't try the food but I'm sure it would have been good. Would happily return. There is a car park too which has decent space!

Very disappointed, seafood was salty, cold and small portion for a main £17, roast dinner was also very small and burnt,we ordered 3 parfitarols they came out nothing like it...one pastry base with ice cream in the middle and a pastry top of which was rock hard and the sauce was burnt,had to send them back. Staff were lovely and helpful but food very dissatisfied would we return NO

Beautiful place been a couple of times .very disappointed with the food today . Portions very small . Over cooked😕

Very disappointing. 11 meals and only one was any good. Food poorly cooked, teribbly seasoned and equally poorly presented. One in particular looked like a plate of cat sick. Never asked about our food by the waitress and afterwards after highlighting the issues we were still asked to pay in full. This used to be a fantastic country pub and restaurant but now I wouldn’t recommend to anyone. ☹️🤢☹️🤢☹️🤢

Simply one of the best locations for a country pub.. plenty of outdoor seating. Stream for children & dogs! Great choice of food. Lots of walks nearby. Car park gets busy. But go for a walk, return a little later usually find a space. Weekends very busy.

A range of real ales on tap. A good base for local walks. It was the annual conker competition. Trip down memory lane for us adults. Great for children and families alike. 🙂

A lovely pub 🍻 in a great location. I imagine it is popular with ramblers/walkers, great pit stop for some fantastic homemade food off a very good menu. I had the parsnip soup and toasted bread and it was very good. The pub itself was clean, good access for all abilities and lots of indoor and outdoor (if the weather was better) seating. I can't wait to pop in again soon 🤩🎄

Cracking atmosphere and lovely food. Proper countryside feel to it. Loved it

Recent face-lift has restored the Bridges' old world atmosphere.

Food unavailable as they didn't have a chef

Excellent range of ciders and beers, good prices. The pub is spacious - a great place for a conversation and a pint or two. Staff were very welcoming and friendly.

Lovely friendly staff. Highly recommended 👍

The pub is lovely however the food was not very good. I had pork. A very small edible but.. mostly fat! The veg was literally half a cabbage raw not worth the money at all. The crackling was nice. There was no gravy . My partner had the pie. He said it tasted nice. But looked messy. He had no spuds or gravy.. he also half a cabbage.. it all looked very amateur. I shared my potatoes with him.. the pie was £10.. for just that! If I went again I wouldn't have a meal.. there were sausage rolls on the bar I would have one of those and just a drink. The beer gardens look lovely and the pub is quirky. If they had a better chef and had quicker service it would be an improvement.

Fantastic food. None of the usual ready meals warmed up in the oven. Everything cooked to order and well presented. We have loved it everytime here and can't wait to be back.

Fantastic selection of drinks. Loved the Long Mynd cider.

Sat outside in the Sun for quiet Beer, just by the Stream. Very nice.

Simple corner pub but just perfect to wet your whistle

Stayed in the area, and ended up here everyday, the environment is amazing with friendly, talkative punters and staff, reasonable prices for food and drink and a beautiful location, perfect for walkers bike riders etc. the local ciders were a highlight, paired with a well curated menu which one can tell the chefs really care about, will be coming back next time we're in the area.

Delicious food in a beautiful location, friendly staff and great atmosphere, will be back again soon!

A beautiful country pub, amazing food, staff so friendly and helpful.

Brilliant pub in a beautiful setting. They've recently had a refurb inluding an amazing beer garden around the back. Cheap prices for food and drinks including a discounted rate on Friday afternoon too!!! The food is excellent, and is a must especially on a sunny afternoon, See you again!

Nestled away in the serendipity of idyllic pre wales country landscape. You will discover a Babbling Brooke. And an ancient looking farmers Pub. The Old beams and smell of real ale are the perfect backdrop for a TOP quality experience. The menu is modest traditional English fair using hyper local ingredients and service is exceptional! Suntrap garden and terrace, 5 stars

Fantastic spot, a real hidden gem. Despite being busy, the food and service was top draw, plus fine local asked on tap too. Will definitely be back!

Lovely setting for a drink, but found the staff extremely unfriendly and unwelcoming and the food was terrible, the menu is very limited and my lunch was just swimming in grease.

Worst steak and ale pie I have had any pub in the UK, unfortunately we ordered 4. Came with some sloppy 🥬 greens that were cold. Service at bar good but non existent outside. Waitresses not good at all. What a shame. Such a lovely setting and potential to be good. Won’t go back.

Despite having a limited menu there were great options and the food was amazing.

This is a lovely pub in the middle of nowhere at the bottom of stretton hills. It gets quite busy and no wonder why. The service is great and friendly and the pub itself is a oldie worldie one but with some local food that's grown very close to it. The beer is outstanding too, a very nice cold one on a hot.summers day sitting outside by the Brook. Would highly recommend this place for a nice quiet pint and a snack.

Was really looking forward to having lunch here on Saturday, and given it's fairly remote location, had high hopes. The setting is lovely, lots of people enjoying the waterside picnic benches and sunshine. There's a really nice courtyard at the rear with sheltered and open seating and some new pine style toilets which were very clean and tidy, even with sanitary products complimentary. Nice sweet peas on all the tables. What let it down, two sandwiches and some chips took almost 30mins to arrive. (If someone had said that the kitchen was busy, we could have managed expectations).The chips are French fries, not chips. The lamb sandwich, lamb nice and moist but not very plentiful and lacked oomph. The cheese bap was ok. The menu was random, about 8 items, from cucumber soup to full crab and chips to pie. Not sure why it was a reduced menu but a missed opportunity given the number of folk passing by. For £24 it wasn't very good value for money and the staff, whilst I'm sure willing, were clearly inexperienced and a bit dopey. Sorry! Fine for a drink if passing by but there are better places to eat that aren't quite that far away!

Brilliant! Simple, excellent food.

The food is alright. Pub is cozy.

Called by to see yha as my relatives ran hostel back in the early years, looking very nice and tidy, a great village location.

No food was being served as the kitchen was being updated. Lovely country pub with outside seating

Work was being carried out there, so menu was very limited, l ordered a cheeseboard which was £9, no thought had gone into the presentation it was just 3 cheeses and one type of bread, not worth the money, l would have expected some grapes and a small amount of salad on the board

This place is part way through a renovation but lredy the food is amazing and the staff are incredibly helpful. Always service with a smile and a beautiful location for a country pub. Highly recommended.

Beautifully positioned local hot spot public house

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So, I discovered The Bridges Inn at Ratlingshope today, and what a lovely place it is! I had planned a business trip and wanted to lunch at a rural pub, so found this place on the return journey, via a scenic detour. The food on offer was, some might call limited, but the only reason there was a small selection of choice, was because the Inn was currently in the middle of a kitchen re-fit, which I knew of in advance. That said, the small offering available was delicious! I had a Chicken Salsa Verde on toasted sliced Sour Dough, with a salad accompaniment. It was tasty, well presented and the staff were very friendly. I even got to chat with the lady owner, who explained all about the kitchen works taking place and that it would be ready and fully functional in the coming weeks. All in all, I was impressed and made allowances for what I already knew in advance. The only slightly negative was the parking there. It was a bit limited, so am not sure how that would be dealt with if there were a lot of visitors all at once… Can’t wait to go back there, once the kitchen works is complete and see what the full menu has to offer!

Great pub getting better by the day !

Brilliant pint during our hike 👍

Great little pub, short walk from the campsite.

lovely pub in great countryside location by river

Nice place for a drink but wouldn't recommend food for lunch. Wasn't the best, especially for children. I asked for a portion of chips for them but no chips / fries available! So asked if they could just do a plain cheese sandwich. It came out on highly buttered and fried sourdough bread with burnt crusts so obviously the children didn't eat it. Our mains were trying to be something they weren't also and weren't the best. Shame as nice venue.

Nice beer well.kept. plenty of seating. a welcome place at the end of a good hike. Had a great pork pie too. Friendly service. Undergoing a big refurb at the moment.

All good for us on YHA visit 300 yards away. Would be good if evening food available. Nice seating outside in good weather, next to babbling brook.

Very nice atmosphere, good beer, excellent service.

Sitting outside in the sun with a beer is great. Plenty of outside seating. Good selection of beer and cider

Lovely pub in idyllic location.

Great beer, friendly welcome and the best pork pies I have ever had. Nice to sit out by the babbling brook. And if these guys are doing a barbecue, it will not disappoint.

Wasn't so busy when for our lunch (end-March). Only had soup and sandwich, but was very good. Expect it gets busy in summer - lots of outside tables. Dog friendly inside.

Excellent foodie pub in a delightful spot next to the river. Strong range of ales and ciders. The pub has a homely feel and dog friendly. I have had the beef sandwiches and the faggots, both were very tasty

Lovely pub, great selection of beers and open despite the snow!

Casual atmosphere good vibes cover all sports if requested.

Came here after a wet muddy walk across the Long Mynd. We were very cold and hungry and this was a nice little pub to refresh in. They are doing a large refurbishment at the moment so limited food is available. But certainly wasn't disappointed. Absolutely delicious 😋 and lovely atmosphere and staff. Enjoyed the non-alcoholic IPA. And having the fire on was cozy.

Lovely friendly country pub. Great coffee stop on a bike ride.

excellent pub refurb work in process for new restaurant

Great service. Lovely location.

This pub has a great atmosphere - friendly and super relaxed. The chicken pie was so delicious. It’s a great pub for walkers on the Long Mynd.