Shire Horse, Stafford

Perched on the A34 just 1 mile off the M6 at Junction 14, The Shire Horse in Stafford is a superb location to combine a relaxing pub lunch with a day out in the glorious Staffordshire countryside, or a pleasant visit to historic Stafford or the spectacular Shugborough Estate, former home of the Earls of Lichfield.

Purpose-built in 2002 but with all the open fires, secluded dining areas and delicious pub food favourites of a Staffordshire country pub restaurant, The Shire Horse offers a warm welcome to guests who can enjoy al fresco dining on the patio and attractive gardens in summer or relax by a cosy fire in winter.

The lovely county town of Stafford boasts the largest timber-framed town house in England, the magnificent Elizabethan Ancient High House, and the Stafford Castle and Visitor Centre. Just 6 miles north of The Shire Horse on the banks of the River Trent sits the ancient market town of Stone, once the capital of Anglo-Saxon Mercia and popular with visitors to Staffordshire. Just a short hop south of The Shire Horse is the stunning landscape of Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty rich in wildlife and popular with ramblers and cyclists.

For visitors to Staffordshire exploring its glorious countryside or its historic towns and villages, The Shire Horse is the perfect location to enjoy traditional pub food, seasonal specials and relaxing Sunday lunches with a great selection of fine wines and cask ales.