The Clive Arms

4.6

726 Reviews

£25 and under

British

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2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

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
01584 856565
Website
http://www.theclive.co.uk/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Charles Westbrook

Location
Bromfield, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 2JR
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.
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.
A Taste of Italy
Mar 27, 2025 only
Join us to discover the wonderful flavours of Italy!

Soup of the day£7.00
artisan bread, salted butter
Black pudding, apple & walnut salad£8.50
crispy egg, cider & mustard dressing
Crown prince pumpkin£8.00
ricotta & rosemary tart, rocket, truffle dressing
Cured hake gravlax£9.00
beetroot carpaccio, radish, horseradish gremolata
Jerusalem artichoke & lemon beignets£8.00
sweet potato hummus, herb dressing
Duck terrine£8.50
blood orange gel, Ludlow Farm piccalilli, cornichons
Spiced mackerel fillet£9.00
Bombay potato salad, cucumber, masala yoghurt

Mains

Slow cooked lamb shoulder£22.50
roasted carrot, mashed potato, braised red cabbage, lamb & rosemary jus
Roasted local pork fillet£21.50
parsnip & celeriac rosti, kale, roasted beetroot, calvados sauce
Sea trout fillet£21.00
orange braised chicory, tender broccoli, new potatoes, caper & lemon sauce
Miso roasted Hispi cabbage£18.00
ginger roasted root vegetables, mange tout, soy & garlic dressing
Penne pasta, tiger prawns£19.00
chorizo, tomato & basil pesto
Beer battered haddock & chips£18.00
crushed peas, tartar sauce
7oz cheeseburger£18.00
brioche bun, lettuce, tomato, gherkin, chorizo jam, fries, burger relish

From The Grill

Sirloin steak 8oz£28.50
Rump steak 10oz£25.00
Butchers cut steak 10oz£23.00

Sides

Hand cut chips£4.00
Worcestershire sauce onion rings£4.00
Truffle & parmesan fries£4.50
Seasonal mixed salad£4.00
Seasonal greens£4.00
Fries£4.00

Some dishes may contain allergens, please ask for details.

V – Vegetarian VE – Vegan, VEO – Vegan option, GF – Gluten Free, GFO – Gluten Free option, DF – Dairy Free, DFO – Dairy Free option

What 726 people are saying

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

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Shropshire
Best Overall
Shropshire
Best Food
Shropshire
Best Value
Shropshire
Good for business meals
Shropshire
Gluten-free-friendly
Shropshire
Healthy
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 celebrated for its "fabulous food" and "friendly, attentive staff." Guests appreciate the cozy atmosphere, highlighted by a "roaring log fire" and a diverse menu offering both traditional and unique dishes. Consistently praised for "excellent service" and "great value," it's a dining favorite in the Ludlow area.

726 Reviews

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Del
Cambridge
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fantastic value as the portions were generous and really tasty. The service was just right. A lovely venue that I would recommend a visit to.
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Anne
Shropshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely quiet, clean, efficient service, very friendly bar and waiting staff
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Rachel
Shropshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very good food. Good timely service. Nice atmosphere. Just what we needed.
The Clive ArmsResponded on February 9, 2025
Dear Rachel, Thank you for such a lovely review! We are so pleased to hear you had an enjoyable Sunday Lunch with us. Thank you for your kind comments in regards to the food, service and atmosphere. Best wishes, Emily Hotel Manager
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Kim
Shropshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
From the moment we stepped through the door the reception was welcoming. Our table for 2 was in the middle of the dining room but had plenty of space and actually felt quite private. Staff arrived quickly with water and took a drinks order. Perfect timing from food order to delivery of each course. Staff were friendly and attentive. Food was delicious great experience all round.
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Alan
Herefordshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Extremely friendly and efficient staff, cosy table set- up with excellence choice and quality of menu. Will definitely be going back to dine again.
The Clive ArmsResponded on February 9, 2025
Dear Alan, Thank you for such a lovely review! We are pleased to hear you had an enjoyable evening with us. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Best wishes, Emily Hotel Manager
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Linda
Shropshire
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food as usual, the tiger prawn pasta was absolutely delicious
The Clive ArmsResponded on February 9, 2025
Dear Linda, Thank you for your review. We are pleased to hear you had an enjoyable meal with us. Best wishes, Emily Hotel Manager
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Fred
Gloucestershire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent Sunday lunch. Will certainly go again. Nothing not to like.
The Clive ArmsResponded on February 9, 2025
Dear Fred, Thank you for such a wonderful review! We look forward to seeing you again soon. Best wishes, Emily Hotel Manager
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Vivienne
Shropshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a fantastic meal. The staff are friendly and attentive but not overpowering. We are becoming regulars
The Clive ArmsResponded on February 9, 2025
Dear Vivienne, Thank you for your lovely review. We are pleased to hear you had a fantastic meal with us. We are so happy to hear you are becoming regulars! We look forward to seeing you soon. Best wishes, Emily Hotel Manager
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Kathy
Herefordshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely food and service was efficient. Friendly and helpful staff. Cosy atmosphere.
The Clive ArmsResponded on February 9, 2025
Dear Kathy, Thank you for your review! We are pleased to hear you had an enjoyable evening with us. We hope to see you again soon. Best wishes, Emily Hotel Manager
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Anita
Warwickshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Saturday lunch at The Clive. Definitely one of the best places to eat in the Ludlow area. Friendly service at just the right pace, good wine list, nice environment and menu has a good combination of traditional classics like haddock and chips to more unusual dishes such as miso roasted hispi cabbage or spiced mackerel with bombay potato salad. Would definitely recommend.
The Clive ArmsResponded on February 9, 2025
Dear Anita, Thank you for such a lovely review! We are happy to hear that you had an enjoyable lunch with us. Thank you for your kind comments in regards to the service, food and menu. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Best wishes, Emily Hotel Manager
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FAQs

The Clive Arms is rated 4.6 stars by 726 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 17, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Website
http://www.theclive.co.uk/
Phone number
01584 856565

The Clive Arms

Make a reservation

Additional information

Afternoon Tea

Steak Experience

A Taste of Italy

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Marinated Greek olives£4.00

Sourdough with salted butter or Virgin rapeseed oil & balsamic£4.00

Starters

Soup of the day£7.00

Black pudding, apple & walnut salad£8.50

Crown prince pumpkin£8.00

Cured hake gravlax£9.00

Jerusalem artichoke & lemon beignets£8.00

Duck terrine£8.50

Spiced mackerel fillet£9.00

Mains

Slow cooked lamb shoulder£22.50

Roasted local pork fillet£21.50

Sea trout fillet£21.00

Miso roasted Hispi cabbage£18.00

Penne pasta, tiger prawns£19.00

Beer battered haddock & chips£18.00

7oz cheeseburger£18.00

From The Grill

Sirloin steak 8oz£28.50

Rump steak 10oz£25.00

Butchers cut steak 10oz£23.00

Sides

Hand cut chips£4.00

Worcestershire sauce onion rings£4.00

Truffle & parmesan fries£4.50

Seasonal mixed salad£4.00

Seasonal greens£4.00

Fries£4.00

Some dishes may contain allergens, please ask for details.

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