This establishment has an intriguing history, having been converted from a canal warehouse originally built in 1916 for the Liverpool & Birmingham Canal Company. It was transformed into a welcoming pub in early 1975.
Canal Pub on the Shropshire Union Canal
Guide To Shroppie Fly
The Shroppie Fly is a unique canal-side pub located along the peaceful Shropshire Union Canal in Audlem, Cheshire.
Inside, The Shroppie Fly offers three distinct drinking areas in an open-plan layout, along with ample outdoor seating that provides picturesque views of passing narrowboats and the surrounding countryside. It’s an ideal spot for visitors arriving by foot, bicycle, boat, or car.
Beyond its scenic location, The Shroppie Fly is known as a hub for music lovers, regularly hosting live performances that create a vibrant atmosphere for both locals and travellers. The culinary offerings include hearty meals from a recently refurbished kitchen, and the pub is particularly famous for its Sunday roasts, which receive high praise from patrons. Additionally, there is a carefully curated selection of real ales available on draught, including Butty Bach and White Rat.
The Shroppie Fly welcomes families and pets, demonstrating a commitment to quality food and drink. Positioned in the heart of Audlem village, it represents the essence of a quintessential British canal-side pub experience, honouring its heritage while creating new memories for all who visit.
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Review from Google Places
1 August 2025
Great food, chips were the best bit. Lovely pub. Perhaps the best in Audlem.
Review from Google Places
22 July 2025
Super cute canal side pub! A few veggie options but could have more. Dog friendly and has a lovely pub garden.
Review from Google Places
14 June 2025
We stopped by The Shroppie Fly in Audlem for a Sunday roast and it absolutely delivered!
The roast was generous, beautifully plated, and full of flavour. The beef was tender, the Yorkshire pudding was golden and crisp, and the gravy was rich and comforting everything you want from a proper pub roast. The veg was cooked perfectly, and the roasties had that satisfying crunch with a fluffy centre.
What made it even better was the setting right by the canal, enjoying a pint of Guinness and a local cider in the sunshine. It felt like the perfect countryside Sunday.
Great food, great prices, and a lovely relaxed vibe. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area (and hungry)!
Review from Google Places
27 May 2025
There are so many good options on the menu, one of the best I’ve seen. The Shroppie burger was lovely. My friend had the Cheshire pork sausages, onion gravy and buttery mash which he said was excellent too. Good service all round and friendly staff. A proper canal side pub which is one of the very best along the Shropshire Union Canal.
Review from Google Places
20 May 2025
The service and friendly welcome was wonderful.
The menu is so full of excellent choices. I wanted to have everything, but I eventually decided on the chicken, ham, leek pie. This was such a great meal. The creamy mashed potatoes really added to the meal. Really enjoy this food so much. Thank you
