The Powis Arms in Shropshire

Spent a nice but windy long weekend at the campsite and it was lovely! Staff at the pub were absolutely lovely and happy to help with anything we needed.Outdoor seating had some lovely heaters and was good and sheltered from the elements. There was a power cut on our first night but the staff still made do and we were still able to have a tasty meal.They had a new chef who had just started and everything that was served to us was absolutely delish. Def recommend!!

Were there for a wedding.lovely atmosphere,food was excellent,friendly staff and nothing was too much trouble.will definitely visit again.

Excellent steak night. Food was delicious and the staff very friendly. We stayed on the campsite which was brilliant.

Stayed locally last week. Such a welcoming pub with great staff, regulars, good laughs and belting pint of Butty Bach. Recommend all day

Must be good food as was fully booked. Called in last minute for food but fully booked so had a lovely drink instead. Friendly bar staff. Food smelt amazing coming from the kitchen.

Without a reservation I took the chance to get a Sunday lunch. Any expectations I may have had were absolutely exceeded. A starter of roasted beets with mushrooms and Stilton, was absolutely delicious. The Garlic roast chicken breast with perfectly cooked veggies, was of a quality that many 5star restaurants would have been envious. If there was a star to the meal, it was the gravy, I think the Chef could bottle and sell it on its own. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy fine country cooking at its pinnacle best.An addendum to the above review. Having had the excellent meal the other day, I heard that 2nd of March would have a curry night. Truly wonderful selection of Indian starters, followed by a compilation of Currys. All I can say was that the curry evening totally matched the quality of my first meal there. Something to add, the service was excellent, very polite, extremely effecient and made the dining experience an even greater delight.Add to that, the incredibly talented Chef, made a point of checking that all diners had enjoyed his great creations.Without any hesitation, on my next visit, I will sampling more of their excellent fare.

Let's start this review with the word 'excellent'.Knowing Walcot Hall we did expect something a bit special. But relatable.Good pub grub with a twist.Local ingredients. Bit gamey. Bit earthier.Well.Walcot Hall have always, in our experience, taken one's highest expectation and added an unexpected element.Never mind the charming surroundings. Warm, welcoming, stylish, down to earth. Dogs welcome. Walkers welcome. Workers encouraged.Everything curated with a classy, rustic, ramshackle, but exquisite, intelligent twist.The menu board (we were invited to take a photo rather than given printed sheets, which the petty 'waste-not-want-not' voice in my head approved and enjoyed immensely) was not the glamorous pub grub we had read on the website.It was far more interesting.Something for everyone, but not a straightforward menu.There was burger and chips.And fish and chips.I bet they are nothing like you'd ever expect.Our meals weren't.We plumped for lamb and chicken.I'm not one for trying new things. I'm far too old to have time (and meals) to waste on eating something I'm not going to enjoy.This chicken with bubble and squeak (which Chef very accomodatingly swapped for the proposed white pudding... See above statement about my inherent fussy suspicion of things I'm not familiar with)Was, in a (couple of) word(s), delectably magnificent.Big Ds lamb with red onion tartan and seasonal veg was equally mouthwateringly fabulous. We groaned and exclaimed with pleasure at every mouthful.Spud the Dog was a bit miffed at the lack of leftovers...Apparently Chef is only staying for 8 weeks, so I strongly advise anyone considering visiting The Powis Arms to do so with the most possible haste.

To say the chef there Sam is amazing would be an understatement his mixed grill was inbelievable with a liver to go with it that had a texture like no other that I've had! With the pavlova to finish nothing could be faulted with the service or the food and at a great price more people need to go there!

Seems like a good pub, very busy and lively, lots of Christmas get-togethers tonight it seems. I hadn't booked a table, but they kindly squeezed me in -- thanks! Nice Stilton and beef pie.

Super pub, good beers and excellent food! Had one of the best desserts ever. Well done to all concerned!