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The Bird in Hand Inn

3.0 star property
Telford inn with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Serves breakfast, lunch and dinner
BBQ/picnic Area
Exterior
View from property
Memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (6)

  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Reception fireplace
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Playground

Feel at home (6)

  • Playground on-site
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea maker

Room options

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Memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board

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Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Memory-foam beds, iron/ironing board

Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Memory foam bed
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
Waterloo Street, Ironbridge, Telford, England, TF8 7HG

What's nearby

  • Ironbridge Gorge - 1 min walk
  • Iron Bridge - 10 min walk
  • Blists Hill - 5 min drive
  • Telford Shopping Centre - 10 min drive
  • The International Centre - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 66 min drive
  • Oakengates Station - 11 min drive
  • Shifnal Station - 14 min drive
  • Telford Central Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coracle Micropub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Andy's Fish Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Red Lion - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The New Inn Public House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Bird in Hand Inn

Enjoy your visit to Telford with a stay at The Bird in Hand Inn. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 3 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 5:30 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
  • Check-out time is 10 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Travelling with children

  • Playground
  • Children's menu

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • Built in 1774
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Memory-foam mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Special features

Dining

The Bird In Hand Inn Pub – This pub specialises in British cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Fees & policies

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Bird Hand Inn Telford
Bird Hand Telford
The Bird in Hand Inn Inn
The Bird in Hand Inn Telford
The Bird in Hand Inn Inn Telford

Frequently asked questions

Does The Bird in Hand Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Bird in Hand Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Bird in Hand Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at The Bird in Hand Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Bird in Hand Inn?
Check-in start time: 5:30 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
What is there to do at The Bird in Hand Inn and nearby?
The Bird in Hand Inn has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Bird in Hand Inn?
Yes, The Bird In Hand Inn Pub offers British cuisine.
What's the area around The Bird in Hand Inn like?
The Bird in Hand Inn is a short 1-minute walk from Ironbridge Gorge and 10 minutes' walk from Iron Bridge.

The Bird in Hand Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Walking holiday Ironbridge
Excellent food very comfortable stay for four nights. Friendly staff and superb real ale!
Philip, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Terrific stay
This was the ideal traditional place to stay. Very welcoming, comfortable and with delicious food. I would have liked to have stayed longer and will definitely come again. Thank you!
Otto, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good value and excellent reception from staff
Good old fashioned hospitality in olde world pub,substantial food at reasonable prices
Dave, 1-night trip
Verified Ebookers guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely overnight stay
We were looking for somewhere to stay overnight to break up our journey, and decided to give the Bird In Hand a go. We were welcomed and looked after very well, and instantly felt comfortable. The dinner in the evening was great. They make no bones about it being anything other than pub food, but that means they do it very well. The steak was outstanding. January isn't the best time to visit the gorge, but we'll almost certainly be back in better weather!
Steve, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Telford visit
Good host good food plenty of variety Will return
Charlie, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Friendly atmosphere in a nice pub
Friendly landlord and owner accommodation was good. The room was clean and the shower was excellent. The decor not to my taste, a bit dark, but everything was clean and very well set out. The deal we had was for half board and breakfast so we got a really good deal and the food was excellent. We would definitely stay there again, the room we had gave us a lovely view over the River Severn.
AngieB, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Convivial pub, basic room.
Very welcoming host. Room was overlooking river with steep stairs access. Decor and bedding was tired.
Robert, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, food good and accommodation comfortable, would go again.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location for the gorge
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect spot for visiting historic Ironbridge
Just what we would expect from a pub that is older than the Ironbridge itself. Full of character rather than part of a chain
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely location
A lovely weekend
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Quaint Inn
Quaint is one way of describing the Bird in Hand. The decor of the room and the bar and restaurant area were slightly dated with lots of knick knacks etc. but both were comfortable and made for relaxing evenings. There was no reception area as such and I had to ring the door bell of the pub to gain the attention of a member of staff. Access to the bedrooms is at the rear of the premises and I was provided with a key to the back door as well as to the room. This suited me as I like to get out early to take photographs. The stairs are very steep and would not suit someone with mobility problems. This also applies to the steps from the car park to the pub. My room (4) was quite small but adequate for a short stay. The bar and restaurant were also quite small but this gave a pleasant intimate feel. The menu was quite extensive but not very adventurous. Good solid pub grub. One night I had local Shropshire pork chops which were delicious and on the second night I had one of the best steaks I have ever had.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Not bad for a Gooner
Looked after like Royalty. Ideal for exploring Shropshire.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Friendly pub with rooms and a super breakfast.
I booked a family room for 2 teenagers and me in this delightful, quirky pub with rooms. We were visiting the area for V festival and the hotel is conveniently located for the festival buses from Telford. The welcome and friendly service were much appreciated. The breakfasts were delicious: tea/coffee, juices, cereals, 'English' breakfast cooked to order, followed by toast. We didn't have other meals there, nor did we sample the beers, as the festival days finished late. I would definitely stay again, preferably to explore the locality.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

A Good comfortable Inn
Our room was very nice, comfortable and spotlessly clean. There were Tea and Coffee making facilities, a flat screen TV, hairdryer and sufficient storage for a couple. Bed was very comfortable and we had good nights sleep. The Bar/Lounge was traditional and where we had our Breakfast and Dinner. Both meals were satisfactory. Staff very welcoming and friendly as were the casual diners/drinkers who came in whilst we were there. This was nice as sometimes when staying at an Inn, the Locals treat you with coolness. Overall a great stay. Thanks guys!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location in a very attractive town.
We arrived late in the evening,later than expected, and the landlord had contacted us to let us know when the meals were finishing that evening which was very thoughtful and very useful. The hotel is in a great location. The room was clean, and comfortable with a view over the river. The meals are home cooked, generous in proportions and there is an extensive menu.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Historic
An interesting place to stay and the owner was a particularly nice man. However, as my wife and I are both 90 years old, it would have been helpful if we could have been warned about all the steps to be climbed.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Ironbridge museums
Very good cosy but dated room. Good shower and staff friendly and helpful. Nice evening meals.Steep steps to pub but staff willing to carry bags. Will be back soon.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful Location Opposite River
This is a very nice and friendly, family run hotel. The room I had was very comfortable, but the highlight for me was the food, which was both excellent in quality and value. I will definitely stay again.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Old inn (hotel/pub) with a lot of character.
We arrived just before check-in time (5:30 pm) on a freezing Monday in January and the place was deserted. But just as we were wondering what to do a car pulled up and the owner appeared. He was very friendly and helpful and directed us to our room which is accessed through the back. Narrow steep stairs took us up to our room which was not huge but quite cozy, and he had just had all the carpets replaced. It's an old room but had all the things you expect, TV, good sized bathroom, modern working shower. Beds were comfy enough. We then went downstairs for dinner in the pub which the owner/landlord had opened up especially for us, we were the only ones there apart from staff. So we got personal treatment! Their food selection is a better than most pubs and it was pretty good, especially the traditional English sponge pudding. We wished we had spent the previous night there.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The beds were too small for comfort. The Inn was closed during the day and as we arrived an hour earlier than expected we were locked out. To gain access to the rooms you have to go outside and around the back of the building.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

October sunshine
we booked the bird in hand as it was central to all the museums. the Bird in Hand is one of the oldest buildings in the world heratige site of the Ironbridge. It is in a raised position over looking the river severn with seating outside and a childrens playground at the rear. it has a large car park to the front and the entrance is reached up a flight of steps. Once inside you are greated by the very friendly owner whos family have owned the Inn for generations. Service from the staff was excellent. The decor is of an old worldy Inn and very clean and cosy. We dined quite a few times here and found the food generous in portions and top quality,even if the choice of fayre was a bit dated. The rooms are at the back of the Inn and are reached by some more stairs ( a bit tricky if your not very good on your pins) The rooms are very clean and tidy and decor is in keeping with the Inn. You can hear the odd car go past in the morning but its not too much of a problem. Everything Ironbridge has to offer, nice Resteraunts good Pubs,Museums and beautiful scenery is within walking distance or a short drive away from the Bird in Hand. I recommend that you stay here, as we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and are planning to return soon. ( ps there is an ATM at the CO-OP and the Post Office in Ironbridge if you need cash )
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice friendly hotel close to Ironbridge
This hotel is a really nice hotel run by a lovely couple. The food was fantastic and very reasonable. 5 minute walk from the centre of Ironbridge and views across the river.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Harvey family Iron Bridge Trip
We really enjoyed our stay we was made very welcome by the owner and his son
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