Tudor Arms

Large family operated Free House beside the Gloucester-Sharpness canal near to the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust. The building started as a small-holding in the 1700s, but in the early 1800's when the canal was being dug by hand by 'retired' Irish Navigator Soldiers it attained a licence, remaining as a beer and cider house until the 1950's when it became fully licensed. The Shepherd's Patch refers to the high ground on which sheep used to be kept in times of flood. Popular for bar meals - separate restaurant. Guest ales from local brewers complement up to nines ciders and perries. Family room. Accommodation in modern lodge alongside. Camp site at rear. Winner of local CAMRA awards for seven consecutive years.