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The Clive Arms, Ludlow, Shropshire
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The Clive Arms

4.6 (765)
£25 and under
British
Bromfield, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 2JR

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2 people
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
There are a wide variety of restaurants in Ludlow, but Clive Arms stands out if you want traditional British food that makes the most of Ludlow’s local ingredients.

Our food is inspired by the seasonal produce of Shropshire and our surrounding counties. Many of our ingredients are handmade at Ludlow Farmshop. Our meat is reared in the fields surrounding us on the Earl of Plymouth’s Oakly Park Estate and is prepared by the award winning butchers at Ludlow Farmshop

Please note, we do add a 12.5% discretionary service charge onto the bill for groups of six or more.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–1:45 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Wed 1:00 pm–4:30 pm Thu–Sat 2:00 pm–4:30 pm Bar Mon, Tue 3:00 pm–7:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Charles Westbrook
  • Neighborhood
    Ludlow
  • Cross street
    A49 Ludlow
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Afternoon Tea

    Multiple dates available
    Whether you are planning a celebration or a catch up with friends, you can enjoy a selection of traditional and unique afternoon teas. Featuring the finest quality and locally sourced ingredients that are, wherever possible, grown on our own farms. So, whether you want to cosy up next to one of our roaring fires or sit outside in our sunny courtyard – we have something for everyone.
    Afternoon Tea Photo
  • Burger Night

    Jun 19, 2025 only
    A special menu created just for the evening, you can enjoy a delicious burger – what’s not to love? We will have some classic burgers, but for those who like to try something a bit different, our head chef is putting together some burgers with a twist!
    Burger Night Photo
  • Steak Experience

    Jul 17, 2025 only
    Our butcher from Ludlow Farmshop will be onsite at The Clive Arms, where you will have the opportunity to choose a cut and weight of steak of your choice – then have it cooked to perfection by The Clive Arms head chef. This butchery steak experience is always very popular – booking is required.
    Steak Experience Photo

What 765 people are saying

The Clive Arms reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Shropshire

    Best Ambiance

  • Shropshire

    Kid-friendly

  • Shropshire

    Good for groups

  • Shropshire

    Healthy

  • Shropshire

    Neighborhood gem

  • Shropshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Shropshire

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Shropshire

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Clive Arms delights with "excellent service" and "delicious food," offering a diverse menu with gluten-free options, fresh ingredients, and skillful cooking. Guests appreciate the cozy atmosphere and attentive staff. While occasional service issues are noted, the overall experience remains exceptional, making it a highly recommended dining spot in Ludlow.
765 Reviews
  1. Darren

    Yorkshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal, in lovely surroundings. We booked our meal well in advance with our room which was lucky as the restaurant was very busy. Service was good the waiting staff themselves were attentive and did their best considering how busy it was. Overall well worth a visit and we will definitely be coming back.

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  2. Kate

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We booked this evening meal at quite short notice, as out-of-town visitors. We were very pleasantly surprised. This place is a gem! It’s an interesting and varied menu. The food was excellent - cooked perfectly. The service also could not be faulted - very attentive and informed staff. And I enjoyed the wine so much I took a picture of the label, so that I can try to source it for myself. It was the most enjoyable meal I have had in a long time. A big thank you to all involved. I would have no hesitation in recommending The Clive Arms.

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  3. Sarah

    Warwickshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place - excellent food and service - staff were lovely - efficient, delightful and helpful - food was fresh and beautifully cooked - definitely worth a visit

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  4. Amanda

    Hampshire2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The older waitress was excellent and had to keep covering for the younger ones who left us waiting for drinks.

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  5. Diane

    London4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Four of us ate at The Clive Arms on Wednesday evening. One of our party is coeliac and she was delighted by the amount of choice on the menu. All the food and drink we had was excellent and we appreciated the music and the wonderful service. Thank you.

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  6. Rachael

    Shropshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a family lunch on a Sunday and we had a wonderful experience. The food was delicious, the service was excellent and the atmosphere was relaxed. Highly recommend and we will be back!
    The Clive ArmsResponded on May 18, 2025
    Dear Rachael, Thank you for such a wonderful review! We are so happy to hear that you had an enjoyable Sunday Lunch with us. Thank you for your kind comments in regards to the food and the service. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Best wishes, Emily Hotel Manager

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  7. Malcolm

    Herefordshire6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent staff,excellent service. Having Been to the Clive on numerous occasions we were a little disappointed with the standard of the food. Our starters were very good but the main course lacked flavour. My sea food risotto totally lacked flavour and in truth could have Been from a packet, my wife's chicken dish also lacked any discernable flavour. There appeared to be a number of large parties eating there do I suppose that could be the reason the kitchen was under pressure.
    The Clive ArmsResponded on May 23, 2025
    Dear Malcolm, Thank you for taking the time to write your review. Firstly, thank you for your kind comments in regards to the staff and service. Please accept my apologies that you felt disappointed with the standard of the food on your latest visit. I can assure you that the risotto was most definitely not from the packet and, along with all of our food, it is fresh and homemade everyday. I will pass on all of your comments to the chefs to ensure it does not happen again and you will not be disappointed on your next visit! We hope to welcome you to The Clive Arms again soon. Kindest regards, Emily Hotel Manager

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  8. Rachael

    Shropshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely afternoon tea, comfortable seating , all requests at booking fulfilled, excellent choice and quality of food with polite and friendly service - excellent value for money
    The Clive ArmsResponded on May 23, 2025
    Dear Rachael, Thank you for such a lovely review! We are so happy to hear that you had an enjoyable afternoon tea with us. Thank you for your kind comments in regards to the service and the afternoon tea itself - we are always more than happy to help with any requests! We hope to welcome you to The Clive Arms again soon. Kindest regards, Emily Hotel Manager

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  9. john

    London14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A delightful lunch with a wide range of fresh ingredients and very skillful cooking . Each course was perfect. The service was efficient and courteous.
    The Clive ArmsResponded on May 23, 2025
    Dear John, Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review! We are so happy to hear that you had a delightful lunch with us. Thank you for your kind comments in regards to the food and the service. We hope to welcome you to The Clive Arms again soon. Kindest regards, Emily Hotel Manager

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  10. Chris

    Shropshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    As we have come to expect, tasty unusual food, with excellent service, providing excellent value
    The Clive ArmsResponded on May 23, 2025
    Dear Chris, Thank you for such a lovely review! We are so happy to hear you had an enjoyable lunch with us. Thank you for your kind comments in regards to the service and the food. We hope to welcome you to The Clive Arms again soon. Kindest regards, Emily Hotel Manager

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Clive Arms

Bromfield, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 2JR

Additional information

  • Cross street
    A49 Ludlow
  • Neighborhood
    Ludlow
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Thu–Sat 12:00 pm–1:45 pm Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Wed 1:00 pm–4:30 pm Thu–Sat 2:00 pm–4:30 pm Bar Mon, Tue 3:00 pm–7:30 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 5:30 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Charles Westbrook
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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