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The Clive Arms, Ludlow, Shropshire

The Clive Arms

4.6
4.6
736 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 7 times today
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
  • Steak Experience

    Apr 10, 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
  • A Taste of Italy

    Mar 27, 2025 only
    Join us to discover the wonderful flavours of Italy!
    A Taste of Italy Photo

What 736 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Shropshire

    Best Overall

  • Shropshire

    Best Food

  • Shropshire

    Best Value

  • Shropshire

    Kid-friendly

  • Shropshire

    Good for groups

  • Shropshire

    Healthy

  • Shropshire

    Neighborhood gem

  • Shropshire

    Great for fine wines

  • Shropshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Shropshire

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Shropshire

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Clive Arms is a delightful dining destination known for its "absolutely excellent food and service." Guests rave about the "wonderful in every way" experience, with dishes that are "simply exceptional." The "friendly staff" and "lovely atmosphere" complement the "beautifully presented" meals, making it a must-visit for any food enthusiast.
737 Reviews
  1. Jane

    Shropshire4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly and helpful and speedy service. Good range of food on menu and good value for a substantial Sunday lunch.

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  2. Richard

    Shropshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good been looking for somewhere to meet the family around Ludlow Last place went off but this was great Good Value Stzff Brilliant

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  3. Malcolm

    Shropshire2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed great food and excellent attentive service.

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  4. john

    London13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The lunches were delicious with carefully prepared dishes ,very tasty and original. The wines chosen were excellent too! Service was speedy ,efficient and friendly. Overall a most enjoyable experience.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Shropshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it! Fabulous food and staff are all amazing. Thank you
    The Clive ArmsResponded 5 days ago
    Dear guest, Thank you for such a lovely review! We hope to welcome you to The Clive Arms again soon. Best wishes, Emily Hotel Manager

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Norfolk/Suffolk2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always difficult to pick out a venue for a special occasion dinner when you’re on holiday but we chose well here. Prompt efficient service, excellent & well presented food. Just the job, thanks
    The Clive ArmsResponded 5 days ago
    Dear guest, Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review! We are so happy to hear that you had an enjoyable dinner 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. Best wishes, Emily Hotel Manager

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  7. Malcolm

    Herefordshire5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An excellent experience as usual. The staff are well trained and attentive, the food is excellent and varied. We will definitely return.
    The Clive ArmsResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Malcolm, Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review. We are happy to hear that you had an excellent experience 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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  8. roger

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Five of us had a lovely lunch today, sampling several dishes off the menu-all great!!
    The Clive ArmsResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Roger, Thank you for such a lovely review! We are happy to hear you had an enjoyable lunch with us. We hope to welcome you to The Clive Arms again soon. Best wishes, Emily Hotel Manager

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  9. john

    Shropshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Most enjoyable dining experience one of the best Sunday Lunch menus I have experienced with a delightful and varied choice. Pleasant surroundings annd very helpful staff, we are already talkingv about meeting up again for further meals. Would highly reccomend to anyone.
    The Clive ArmsResponded on March 3, 2025
    Dear John, Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely review! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your Sunday Lunch with us. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Best wishes, Emily Hotel Manager

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  10. Sue

    Shropshire1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sue and I picked different dishes from the excellent menu. We agreed that all dishes were of Gourmet Standard and we will return, possibly tomorrow as our schedule ditates. Doug Prowse Evesham, Worcestershire
    The Clive ArmsResponded on March 3, 2025
    Dear Sue & Doug, Thank you for such a lovely review! We are so happy to hear you had an enjoyable experience with us. Thank you for your kind comments in regards to the dinner and it was great to see you again on the next evening. We hope to welcome you to The Clive Arms again soon! Best wishes, Emily Hotel Manager

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FAQs

The Clive Arms is rated 4.6 stars by 736 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 7 times today
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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