The rural community pub where everybody is part of one big family

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By Sunil MiddaWhitchurchFood and DrinkPublished: May 21, 2023Comments

As pubs continue to battle the cost of living crisis, the Shropshire Star continues its Love Your Local series which celebrates our local inns.

Manager James Rickerby chats to customer Martin Williams

The Bull & Dog in Coton, near Whitchurch, has been described by staff as a place where anyone is welcome as part of one big family with no toxicity.

By Sunil Midda

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