The Ship Inn, Handbridge

The Ship Inn, Handbridge The Ship Inn, Handbridge. A short stroll from Chester city centre.Serving real ales & craft beers, home cooked locally sourced food & a friendly welcome
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🍽️ NEW FOOD OFFER AT THE SHIP INN, CHESTER 🍽️ Great news for food lovers in Chester! Enjoy a delicious 2-course meal for...
04/06/2026

🍽️ NEW FOOD OFFER AT THE SHIP INN, CHESTER 🍽️

Great news for food lovers in Chester!

Enjoy a delicious 2-course meal for just £25, available Monday to Saturday at The Ship Inn.

Whether you're planning a relaxed midweek dinner or a weekend catch-up, this is the perfect excuse to treat yourself without breaking the bank.

Bring a friend, bring your appetite, and make the most of this AMAZING offer!

T’s & C’s apply.

Once again you will have a chance to win cash prizes by watching the FIFA World Cup at The Ship Inn , Handbridge . We wi...
04/06/2026

Once again you will have a chance to win cash prizes by watching the FIFA World Cup at The Ship Inn , Handbridge .

We will also be offering buy 5 pints get the 6th free throughout the tournament.🍺⚽️

🥩🔥 Steak Night Thursdays at The Ship 🔥🥩 Thursdays are all about Steak Frites here at The Ship — the perfect way to ease ...
03/06/2026

🥩🔥 Steak Night Thursdays at The Ship 🔥🥩

Thursdays are all about Steak Frites here at The Ship — the perfect way to ease into the weekend.

Enjoy a chargrilled 8oz Welsh bistro rump steak served with sea salted fries and herby garlic butter for £19.95. And if steak’s not your thing, we’ve got a delicious roasted cauliflower steak with salsa verde and fries too.

Add your favourite sauce — peppercorn, blue cheese, truffle mornay or Diane — and maybe a side (halloumi fries and truffle & parmesan chips are always popular).

It’s a great excuse to get together, enjoy some proper comfort food, and make a night of it. We recommend booking ahead as Thursdays tend to fill up quickly.

See you Thursday? 🍷

Join us for our Quiz Night —Wednesday at 8:30pm sharp including a chance to win our Play Your Cards Right Jackpot (it i...
02/06/2026

Join us for our Quiz Night —Wednesday at 8:30pm sharp including a chance to win our Play Your Cards Right Jackpot (it is close to £300 this week ).🥳🥳🥂👍

Round up your brainiest mates and let’s make Wednesday the new Friday! 🎉🍻

02/06/2026

The hospitality sector has come together to launch – a united campaign and petition calling for hospitality VAT to be reduced from 20% to 10%.

Spearheaded by chef and publican Tom Kerridge, we’re working alongside trade bodies across the sector, such as and , hospitality communities like , and you, businesses across hospitality, to say 10% VAT is fair for hospitality.

Our sector pays too much tax, and VAT is the single biggest lever the Government can pull to support venues, our customers, our high streets and our local communities.

This campaign is for everyone: businesses, customers, waiting staff, chefs, kitchen porters, bar staff, hotel teams, farmers, brewers, suppliers and producers.

Like, sign the petition and share this post – we need your support to reach a million signatures.

Click the link in our bio to sign the petition 👇
https://www.vatstheproblem.co.uk/

⚽🍺 THE WORLD CUP IS COMING TO THE SHIP INN, HANDBRIDGE 🍺⚽ We’re teaming up with Thwaites for their HUGE “Beer With Balls...
02/06/2026

⚽🍺 THE WORLD CUP IS COMING TO THE SHIP INN, HANDBRIDGE 🍺⚽

We’re teaming up with Thwaites for their HUGE “Beer With Balls” World Cup campaign — and that means you could WIN CASH just for watching the football with us! 💰

Here’s what’s up for grabs during the tournament:
🏆 £1,000 winner every week
🏆 MASSIVE £5,000 grand prize

How to enter:
✅ Watch the World Cup matches with us at The Ship Inn
✅ Scan the QR code in pub
✅ Enter your details + our pub code
✅ Grab a red card at half time and scratch for your unique entry code

Simple as that. Football, pints, atmosphere… and a shot at serious money.

We’ll have:
🍻 Ice cold beers
📺 Live World Cup action
⚽ Matchday atmosphere
🎉 Giveaways throughout the tournament

Keep an eye on our socials for fixtures, matchday events and all the big games.

📍The Ship Inn, Handbridge, Chester

We were honoured to host a very special 40th Wedding Anniversary and vow renewal here at The Ship Inn 🤍 The couple share...
01/06/2026

We were honoured to host a very special 40th Wedding Anniversary and vow renewal here at The Ship Inn 🤍

The couple shared such lovely feedback with us, and we’re incredibly grateful they chose to celebrate such an important milestone with us, especially as returning customers.

From the very beginning, they told us how helpful and responsive our team were while planning everything, making sure all their requirements were met and the day ran exactly how they’d hoped.

On the day, the room was set up for them, and our team worked closely with the family to make sure everything went smoothly from start to finish. Special mention was given to Daisy and Grace, who helped look after the event, as well as our chefs and kitchen team who delivered a meal that guests couldn’t stop talking about.

With 40 guests celebrating together, it meant a lot to hear that the food, service, and overall experience were enjoyed by everyone — and that everything was as expected with no surprises.

It’s always a privilege to be part of moments like this, and we’re so pleased we could help make their celebration such a happy one.

Read the full review here https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g186233-d1582826-Reviews-The_Ship_Inn-Chester_Cheshire_England.html

✨ Planning a Summer Celebration? Summer dates are filling up fast!Whether you’re marking a milestone or just gathering t...
31/05/2026

✨ Planning a Summer Celebration? Summer dates are filling up fast!

Whether you’re marking a milestone or just gathering the people you love, our beautiful riverside pub in Handbridge is the perfect place to celebrate in style this summer. 🥂🌿

Our upstairs function space is a true hidden gem – with stunning floor-to-ceiling bifold windows, you’ll enjoy sweeping views over the River Dee and Edgar’s Field while you toast the day. 🌊🌞

🎈 Baby showers
🎉 Birthdays & big get-togethers
👰 Intimate weddings & rehearsal dinners
🍼 Christenings and more

We’ve got room to host:

Up to 20 in our private dining room

Up to 50 in our main restaurant space

So whether it’s a cosy celebration or a full-on party, we’ve got the perfect setting.

📅 Summer dates are filling up fast – get in touch now to chat availability and menus!

We take our Sunday roasts seriously.Enjoy tender, slow-roasted meat, golden roast potatoes, fresh seasonal vegetables, a...
31/05/2026

We take our Sunday roasts seriously.

Enjoy tender, slow-roasted meat, golden roast potatoes, fresh seasonal vegetables, and rich, homemade gravy, all prepared with care by our kitchen team. Served in our cosy, welcoming pub, it’s the perfect way to bring family and friends together for a relaxed Sunday lunch.

Tables fill up fast so make sure you book ahead!

✨ Chef’s Specials This Friday & Saturday ✨🍽️ Our chefs have been busy putting together some delicious specials for this ...
29/05/2026

✨ Chef’s Specials This Friday & Saturday ✨🍽️

Our chefs have been busy putting together some delicious specials for this weekend, and we think you’re going to like what’s on offer.

If you’re planning a visit to The Ship on Friday or Saturday, be sure to take a look at this weekend’s specials — perfect for treating yourself to something a little different.

Have a look at the board in the photo and let us know what catches your eye… we know what we’ll be choosing!

As always, we recommend booking ahead for the weekend to avoid missing out.

Address

18 Handbridge
Chester
CH47JE

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 11pm
Tuesday 10am - 11pm
Wednesday 10am - 11pm
Thursday 10am - 11pm
Friday 10am - 11:30pm
Saturday 10am - 11:30pm
Sunday 10am - 11pm

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