The Down Inn in Bridgnorth, England
About the Property
Country Inn with the Best Carvery in Shropshire - The Down Inn, Bridgnorth
Dining
The Down Inn operates a carvery service renowned as the best in Shropshire, using locally sourced meats and offering a daily choice of turkey, pork, and beef with Yorkshire pudding. The restaurant also serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner from a varied menu, including steak and kidney pie and vegetarian options, all prepared with fresh ingredients. Guest reviews highlight the generous portions and the quality of the
Rooms
The hotel offers spacious en-suite accommodations, including a large accessible room with the biggest wet room seen by guests, featuring grab rails and a lower sink. Room 10 is described as a suite with a separate sitting area, bedroom, and large bathroom, offering views across the Shropshire countryside. All rooms include a work desk, TV, radio, and tea/coffee supplies, with some rooms providing free WiFi and direct rear access for the accessible unit.
Location & Grounds
Located just 5 minutes from Bridgnorth in the Shropshire countryside, the inn is surrounded by public footpaths with views over farmland. Nearby attractions include the Severn Valley Railway approximately 3 miles away, Ironbridge Gorge Museum 12 miles away, and RAF Cosford Air Museum 15 miles away. The property has two car parks, with the rear one offering direct bedroom access and a shared garden for guests.
Events & Celebrations
The Down Inn provides a large function space with a dance floor that accommodates up to 95 guests, frequently used for weddings, milestone celebrations, and family parties. The venue has hosted 50th wedding anniversary events with over 50 guests, and bar staff joined in dancing, as noted by reviews. Meeting and banquet facilities are available, and private check-in/check-out can be arranged for event groups.
Highlights
Dining: Best carvery in Shropshire with locally sourced meats
Rooms: Accessible wet-room suite and spacious family rooms
Events: Function space with dance floor for up to 95 guests
Location: 3 miles from Severn Valley Railway, 5 min from Bridgnorth
Accessibility: Dedicated room with grab rails, lower sink, and rear parking
Must-do experiences
- Stroll along the River Severn for stunning views of the cliffs.
- Visit the Bridgnorth Castle ruins and enjoy a picnic in the gardens.
- Savor a traditional pork pie from the local butcher, W.H. Crosse.
- Explore the quirky exhibitions at the Bridgnorth Museum.
- Take a ride on the historic Cliff Railway for scenic vistas.
Select your room type
- Double Room2 persons5 m²1 King-size bedBathtubHeatingroom details
- Double Room Disability Access2 persons5 m²1 King-size bedHeatingShowerroom details
- Family Room2 persons9 m²1 King-size bedBathtubHeatingroom details
Price and Room Availability Calendar
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- Security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Fishing
Services
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Children's menu
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
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Guest Reviews and Ratings
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