This striking three-story timber-framed building dates back to around 1536. Situated on the east side of High Street, near Stone Cross, The White Hart has a rich history that includes visits from notable figures such as Queen Elizabeth I and Mary Queen of Scots during their travels through Staffordshire.
Canal Pub on the Staffs and Worcs Canal
Guide To White Hart
The White Hart is an architectural gem located in the heart of Penkridge and is one of the village's most historic landmarks.
Initially, the establishment included a central carriageway, which was later moved to the southern bay. In 2017, the building underwent significant restoration and refurbishment while preserving its unique character. Today, The White Hart features a welcoming atmosphere, with separate bar and lounge areas centred around an island servery. Moreover, “Upstairs at The White Hart” likely provides additional dining or event space within this historic venue.
The pub’s deep-rooted heritage is evident from an 1839 sale advertisement that outlined extensive facilities, including a tap room, bar, large parlour, entrance gateway, brewhouse, cellar, five bedrooms, three attics, a storeroom, and spacious stabling for 40 horses. This highlights the establishment’s role as an important coaching inn during that time.
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Review from Google Places
15 June 2025
No food other than bar snacks so had to one star that.
Visited three times, each time different bar staff on, each time been made to feel welcome, the last two times including yesterday afternoon the bar staff have remembered our order after the first round which is a really nice touch.
You get the feeling it’s a close knit community pub from everyone knowing each other and the banter at the bar.
Very reasonably priced drinks, clean, tidy, free WiFi with PW on the wall, outside seating for the nice weather and dog friendly 10/10
I’m not sure if you’re allowed to take food in like similar pubs we’ve been too but that would be the icing on the cake if so.
Review from Google Places
7 June 2025
Gorgeous pub very friendly landlady will definitely visit again
Review from Google Places
20 May 2025
Great pub,friendly. Great prices! 😄
Review from Google Places
15 May 2025
Absolutely brilliant pub with really friendly welcoming staff and guests so many polite friendly people in there can’t wait to visit again I traveled from Stafford to visit and will definitely be returning
Review from Google Places
16 November 2024
Very friendly bar staff and atmosphere. Prices are great too! Marie looked after us very well. Will definitely be back
