# the shady, Tarporley — Reviews & Opening Hours > the shady — Pub in Tarporley with a 2/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.4/5 from 1,104 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire/restaurants/the-shady (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Pub 🐾 Dogs Welcome # the shady Chester, Cheshire [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4065390484299961083&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [David Prior](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116710558560581532995) **In short:** the shady is a pub in Cheshire, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,104 Google reviews, with a 2/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places ## About the shady The Shady is a pub on Bates Mill Lane in Beeston, near Chester, set beside the canal with a beer garden. It serves Sunday roasts, full English breakfasts and pizzas. The venue takes bookings, welcomes children and dogs, and can accommodate groups. Food hygiene rating: 2 out of 5. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [the shady's own website](http://www.theshadypub.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM **Friday** 9:30 AM – 11:00 PM **Saturday** 9:30 AM – 11:00 PM **Sunday** 9:30 AM – 10:00 PM People say this pub offers delicious Sunday roasts, full English breakfasts, and pizzas. They also highlight the friendly staff, the lovely canalside location with a beer garden, and the dog-friendly atmosphere. Other reviews mention the prices can be high. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (1,104 reviews) **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Booking required** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 2 out of 5 – Improvement necessary **Destination** Cheshire Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1634167). [More restaurants in Cheshire](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire/restaurants) ★ 4.4 (1,104 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](http://www.theshadypub.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01829 730008](tel:01829730008) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Cheshire **Plus Code** 9C5V47QX+3X ### 🏨 Places to stay near Cheshire Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DCheshire%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of the shady? the shady is open Mon–Thu 10am–10pm; Fri–Sat 9:30am–11pm; Sun 9:30am–10pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is the shady any good? the shady is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,104 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 2 out of 5. ### Is the shady dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at the shady. ### Is the shady good for children? Yes, the shady is listed as good for children. ### Can you book a table at the shady? Yes, the shady takes reservations. ### How do I contact the shady? Call the shady on +44 1829 730008. ## More near the shady ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Peckforton Castle ★ 4.4 · 1.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tarporley/hotels/peckforton-castle) - [The Swan Tarporley ★ 4.3 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tarporley/hotels/the-swan-tarporley) - [Sleep at 55 ★ 3.7 · 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tarporley/hotels/sleep-at-55) - [The Barn Tarporley ★ 5.0 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tarporley/hotels/the-barn-tarporley) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [The White House 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire-west-and-chester/cottages/the-white-house-uk51770) - [Victoria Apartment 1 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire-west-and-chester/cottages/victoria-apartment-1-uk51769) - [High Bank 2.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire-east/cottages/high-bank-ukc3556) - [Chapel Cottage 2.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire-east/cottages/chapel-cottage-syk1039447) ### Campsites nearby - [The Shady Oak ★ 4.8 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire/camping/the-shady-oak) - [Yew Tree Farm Holidays Certificated Location ★ 4.9 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cheshire/camping/yew-tree-farm-holidays-certificated-location) - [Pitch and Canvas ★ 4.7 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chester/camping/pitch-and-canvas) - [Whitegate Farm Camping 2.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tarporley/camping/whitegate-farm-camping) ### Things to do nearby - [Beeston Castle and Woodland Park ★ 4.5 · 0.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/tarporley/attractions/beeston-castle-and-woodland-park) - [Sandstone Trail ★ 4.8 · 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chester/attractions/sandstone-trail) - [The Ice Cream Farm ★ 4.4 · 2.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chester/attractions/the-ice-cream-farm) - [Tattenhall Marina Day Boat Hire ★ 4.5 · 2.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/chesterton/attractions/tattenhall-marina-day-boat-hire)