The Clive Arms

Name: The Clive Arms
Address: Bromfield, Ludlow, Shropshire, United Kingdom, SY8 2JR
Telephone: 01584 856565
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

694 Reviews

£25 and under

British

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2 people

Dec 1, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 1 time 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

Location
Bromfield, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 2JR
Neighbourhood
Ludlow
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, 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.
Christmas Day
£95.00 per person
Dec 25, 2024 only
WE ARE NOW FULLY BOOKED FOR CHRISTMAS DAY. Please contact us if you would like to be added to our waiting list. Christmas Day at The Clive Arms - 2024! Please contact us directly on 01584 856 565 or info@theclivearms.co.uk.
Festive Menu
Nov 27, 2024 - Dec 24, 2024
Please contact us directly on 01584 856 565 to book a table for our Festive Menu as we do require a pre-order and a deposit.

Marinated Greek olives (VE, GF, DF)£4.00
Sourdough with salted butter or Virgin rapeseed oil & balsamic (VEO, DFO)£4.00
Soup of the day (VE, GFO)£7.00
artisan bread, salted butter
Lamb Merguez empanadas (DF)£9.00
carrot & cumin hummus, pickled raisins, harissa dressing
Potted crab (GFO)£9.50
truffle butter, cucumber, radish, beetroot, crispbreads
Fig, goats cheese & spinach salad (V, VEO, GF, DFO)£8.00
candied pecan nuts, chilli & honey dressing
Smoked haddock (GF)£9.50
potato rosti, braised leeks, crispy egg, cheese sauce
Butternut squash & basil croquettes (GF, DFO)£8.00
chicory & orange chicory & orange chicory & orange salad, tender broccoli, roasted hazelnut yoghurt
Local game & smoked bacon terrine (GF, DF)£9.00
caramelised apple, parsnip, green bean chutney

Mains

Local pork belly£22.50
caramelized onion & bacon macaroni cheese, warm winter slaw, Ludlow farm black pudding, BBQ sauce
Roast lamb rump (GF, DFO)£24.50
mashed potato, pea & kale fricassee, parsnips, glazed carrots, red wine jus
Monkfish (GF, DFO)£26.50
cumin rice, vegetable tikka, cucumber, masala yoghurt
Sage & almond gnocchi (VE,V)£18.50
sweet potato puree, confit shallots, walled garden kale, sun dried tomato, toasted almonds, sage oil
Penne pasta (DF, GFO)£19.50
tiger prawns, samphire, garlic, lemon, chilli & parsley
Beer battered haddock & chips (GF, DF)£18.00
crushed peas, tartar sauce
7oz cheeseburger (GFO, DFO)£18.00
brioche bun, lettuce, tomato, gherkin, chorizo jam, fries, burger relish

From The Grill

All steaks served with roasted tomato & mushroom, sweet onion confit, chips, watercress (GF)

Sirloin steak 8oz£28.50
- Blue cheese£0.00
- Peppercorn£0.00
- Garlic butter£0.00
Rump steak 10oz£25.00
- Blue cheese£0.00
- Peppercorn£0.00
- Garlic butter£0.00
Butchers cut steak 10oz£23.00
- Blue cheese£0.00
- Peppercorn£0.00
- Garlic butter£0.00

Sides

Hand cut chips£4.00
Worcestershire sauce onion rings£4.00
Truffle & parmesan fries£4.50
Seasonal greens£4.00
Seasonal mixed salad£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 694 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
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Shropshire
Best Overall
Shropshire
Best Food
Shropshire
Best Ambience
Shropshire
Best Value
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 offers "absolutely fabulous food" and "superb service" in a "smart, clean, modern" setting. Guests enjoy a "great menu" with deliciously "beautifully presented" dishes. While service can occasionally be inconsistent, the "friendly and attentive" staff and "lovely atmosphere" make it a "very enjoyable experience."

694 Reviews

E
Elizabeth
Gloucestershire
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and service, roast dinner was especially good.
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bruce
Shropshire
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Sherry is not everyones taste but Bristol Harvey cream is poor to undrikabke. Get yiurself some proper fino amontilado etc
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Andrew
Oxford
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Early supper for two in nice dining room with log burner, convivial atmosphere with polite and efficient (if inexperienced) staff. Prompt service and good food. Arriving by car in the dark, it was surprising that the signage and (attractive) facade weren’t lit but luckily the car behind us had fast reactions!
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Karen
Shropshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a lovely and surprising find. We were shown to out table straight away. Food was beautiful and excellent value for money. Although there several diners it wasn't noisy. Service was prompt without being intrusive.
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Linda
Shropshire
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as usual, that’s why we keep coming back!
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Philpotts
Herefordshire
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
very good Sunday lunch............................
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Amanda
Shropshire
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The food at the Clive never disappoints. We all had the butchers cut steak and thoroughly enjoyed it with the fab chips!
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Malcolm
Herefordshire
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service. Excellent food. Nothing negative to say.
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Carolyn
Shropshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Second visit in 2 weeks, menu changed, just as gorgeous.
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Roy
Shropshire
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food and efficient and friendly staff a enjoyable experience and reasonable prices. Would certainly recommend giving it a try.
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FAQs

The Clive Arms is rated 4.6 stars by 694 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 1, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 1 time today

Experiences are available.

Bromfield, Ludlow, Shropshire SY8 2JR

Additional information

Neighbourhood
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
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

The Clive Arms

Make a reservation

Additional information

Afternoon Tea

Christmas Day

Festive Menu

Starters

Marinated Greek olives (VE, GF, DF)£4.00

Sourdough with salted butter or Virgin rapeseed oil & balsamic (VEO, DFO)£4.00

Soup of the day (VE, GFO)£7.00

Lamb Merguez empanadas (DF)£9.00

Potted crab (GFO)£9.50

Fig, goats cheese & spinach salad (V, VEO, GF, DFO)£8.00

Smoked haddock (GF)£9.50

Butternut squash & basil croquettes (GF, DFO)£8.00

Local game & smoked bacon terrine (GF, DF)£9.00

Mains

Local pork belly£22.50

Roast lamb rump (GF, DFO)£24.50

Monkfish (GF, DFO)£26.50

Sage & almond gnocchi (VE,V)£18.50

Penne pasta (DF, GFO)£19.50

Beer battered haddock & chips (GF, DF)£18.00

7oz cheeseburger (GFO, DFO)£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 greens£4.00

Seasonal mixed salad£4.00

Fries£4.00

Some dishes may contain allergens, please ask for details

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