Welford-on-Avon
The heart of the village, since forever
Real ales, a roaring fire, two beer gardens and a proper welcome - The Shakespeare Inn is the local that knows how to throw a party.
Everything a village local should be
- Real ales
- Good for work
- Sky Sports & TNT Sports
- Free wifi
- Dogs welcome
- Darts board
- Two beer gardens
- Family friendly
A bit about us
Real ales, a roaring fire and a friendly face
Lying in the village of Welford-on-Avon, The Shakespeare Inn is the heart of the community - well known for its real ales, roaring fire, friendly atmosphere and big events.
Classic pub food, plenty to share, and two beer gardens for when the sun's out. Bring the dog, bring the kids, bring the whole street.
On the menu
Pub food with a twist
Classic dishes given a lift with what's in season and what's local - plus a full takeaway service, a free-from menu, and a kitchen that takes allergens seriously.
The classics, done properly
Pub favourites cooked from scratch, with a twist where it earns its place - and plenty for sharing.
See the menuFree-from & vegan
A dedicated free-from menu - battered halloumi, chick'n't burgers, red Thai curry, three-bean chilli - and allergens handled without fuss.
See the menuTakeaway, with a discount
Everything on the menu to take home, with a discount for collecting. Ring ahead and it'll be ready.
Call to orderOut front and out back
Two beer gardens, one sunny village
A gravelled front garden with parasols and picnic benches looking onto the village, and a second garden out the back for when the front fills up - which it does.
Both are dog friendly, both are family friendly, and both are where the big summer events happen.
Coming up
Something's always on
Open Mic Night for local talent, Shake Fest every summer, and live music along the way - here's what's happening at the Shakespeare.
Regular nights - see What's On
Open Mic Night
The Shakespeare Inn
Local talent, all ages welcome. Fancy a slot? Contact Bad Krispy on Facebook to book one.
See what's on
Every summer
Shake Fest
The Shakespeare Inn beer gardens
Our annual village festival - live bands, BBQ, pizza truck, garden games, cocktails, outside bar, DJ and a best-dressed prize.
See what's onVisit us
Find us in Welford-on-Avon
The Shakespeare Inn, Chapel Street, Welford-on-Avon, CV37 8PX - a few minutes from Stratford-upon-Avon.
Bar
| Mon–Tue | 4pm–10pm |
|---|---|
| Wed | 4pm–11pm |
| Thu | 12pm–11pm |
| Fri–Sat | 12pm–11.30pm |
| Sun | 12pm–10pm |
Food
| Mon–Tue | Closed |
|---|---|
| Wed | 5–9pm |
| Thu–Fri | 12–3pm & 5–9pm |
| Sat | 12pm–9pm |
| Sun | 12pm–5pm |
Regulars & gift-givers
More from your local
Whether you're in every week or treating someone who should be, there's a little extra on offer at the Shakespeare.
Free to join
Join our membership
Collect points every time you visit. Sign up for free and we'll email you a membership card to keep in your phone's wallet.
The easy present
Give the gift of a good night out
Treat someone to a meal, a round or a Sunday roast with a Shakespeare Inn gift card - bought online in minutes and ready to give.
Part of the family
The Masons Arms is one of three village pubs run by ADpubs, alongside The Shakespeare Inn and The Cottage of Content - and home to our mobile bars, cocktails and event catering.
Book now
Pull up a stool
A quick pint, a family Sunday lunch, or a night in the garden - there's always a table waiting at the Shakespeare.