Stay & Play in style at The Half Boar!
This 400-year-old former coaching inn has a full dispensing bar, perfect for any celebration, makes it ideal for group getaways.
This incredible former 16th century pub and inn rests within the centre of Bishop’s Castle in south Shropshire, offering superb accommodation with all the fantastic facilities you’d expect from a former pub and coaching inn.
This accommodation is perfect for large groups of friends or families seeking a fun-filled escape to this charming county.
Park up in the pub’s private gated car park, hosting enough space for seven cars.
The Half Boar hosts all of the fantastic amenities you could need on a self-catered stay, with all of its traditional fixtures and fittings of a pub, you can make full use of the commercial kitchen, with a range of wonderful appliances at hand to cater to the whole group; there's even a panini press, dessert fridge and so many more wonderful additions, perfect for your celebratory escape and delicious dining experiences, with the owners offering catering too so you don't have to lift a finger!
For a sociable event you will have full use of the traditional bar with personal packages available from the owner to either supply a stocked bar with beers on tap or bring your own supplies!
The dining room can seat up to thirty people or just prop up the bar in the traditional lounge area soaking up the heat from the woodburning stove for that authentic pub feel.
Each evening, seek comfort in one of seven bedrooms resting on the first floor, with all of a super-king-size, a king-size, three doubles, a twin and a bunk room, served by two beautiful bathrooms and also with their own Smart TVs, this property provides a wonderfully flexible sleeping arrangement for a variety of group needs.
Look forward to spending your time in the snug, cinema room for your relaxing evenings, or enjoy some family fun with a game of darts and pool in the games room!
During the warmer months, you and your loved ones can make the most of the outdoor garden area with a hot tub with Bluetooth speaker and seating area, perfect for that morning coffee after an evening of celebrations in the pub!
If you don’t feel like cooking one morning the owners once again can offer a traditional full breakfast if required, or venture out into the local town and enjoy a treat in one of the many eateries just a stone's throw away.
Bishop's Castle is well-known for its art and craft as well as festivals, plus offering a further selection of pubs and restaurants to suit all tastes, while you can also find a number of shops to pick up any essentials for your celebratory dinners.
For days out, you can simply explore the town from the doorstep or head off on many different walks taking in the beautiful countryside, leading you past castles, gardens and much more.
There are also many walking trails available online including a pub walk!
Brush up on the local history by visiting the National Trust owned points of interest, including Powys or Ludlow Castle, each offering outstanding days out, Bishops Castle is also home to the legendary Three Tuns Brewery, the UK's oldest brewery, established in 1642, or venture to Mid Wales or the Welsh coast for a fun day out.
The hill walks around this area are stunning including trekking on Offa’s Dyke or heading to the Long Mynd hills of Church Stretton and beyond.
Choose The Half Boar for a memorable stay in Shropshire.