Fox & Hounds, The

The small village of Shawbury, not far from the town of Shrewsbury, is home to The Fox and Hounds, a welcoming refuge that serves the people of the village as their local pub and delights visitors with the relaxed and cosy atmosphere a traditional English pub affords.

Even though The Fox and Hounds has been on the site since 1966, it closed doors in 2002 but was brought back to life by new owners Angela and Neven as a straightforward yet stylish pub in April 2009. The bright and spacious interior, wooden furniture and open fires all make it an impressive place to visit.

Talking about the food, daily changing menus offer a choice of dishes that are created from local and free-range produce wherever possible, so expect to find starters such as grilled fillet of sea bass with garlic mayonnaise and a fennel and orange salad; braised shoulder of lamb with parsnip and potato dauphinoise, steamed vegetables and pan jus, and a delicious dessert of homemade bread and butter pudding.

A range of cask ales, beers and wines are served at all times.