Quick info
About The Ecclian
On High St in Stafford, The Ecclian is a bar built around drink rather than food, with only bar snacks like crisps and peanuts on offer. The selection runs to a wide range of malt whisky alongside gin and real ale options, giving regulars plenty to work through beyond the usual lager taps. There's no formal menu to browse, just the counter and whatever's on the shelves that day. The room opens daily and takes walk-ins only, with no need to book ahead. Picnic benches outside give an option for outdoor drinking when the room fills up, and dogs are welcome throughout. Three steps lead up to the entrance, and parking is on the street.
Menu & Prices
13 dishes- Guest Beer
- Bass Premium Bitter
- Brewed
- Fullers London Pride
- Ale on Offer
- Sarah Hughes Ruby Mild
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention real ales, gin selection, malt whisky range and lager selection.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention real ales, gin selection, malt whisky range and lager selection.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the friendly, welcoming bar staff, with one describing a cast of comedy characters behind the bar, and the owner handing out free crisps is remembered by another. The drinks range comes close behind: real ales and cask beer described as well kept and reasonably priced, a good selection of lagers and gins, and one reviewer's best pint of Guinness in a while. Balloon gin glasses and spirit prices stuck on each bottle get a mention, and one reviewer praises the malt whisky range. Reviewers call it a little pub with a locals vibe and a lovely atmosphere, with 90s music kept low enough to hear conversation. Outdoor picnic benches suit people watching. The caveats are modest: it is small, gets warm, and can become full and loud, and one reviewer notes three steps at the entrance that challenge wheelchair users. Only bar snacks such as crisps and peanuts are served, and one visitor liked the place so much they were browsing property listings in the village afterwards.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often single out the friendly, welcoming bar staff, with one describing a cast of comedy characters behind the bar, and the owner handing out free crisps is remembered by another. The drinks range comes close behind: real ales and cask beer described as well kept and reasonably priced, a good selection of lagers and gins, and one reviewer's best pint of Guinness in a while. Balloon gin glasses and spirit prices stuck on each bottle get a mention, and one reviewer praises the malt whisky range. Reviewers call it a little pub with a locals vibe and a lovely atmosphere, with 90s music kept low enough to hear conversation. Outdoor picnic benches suit people watching. The caveats are modest: it is small, gets warm, and can become full and loud, and one reviewer notes three steps at the entrance that challenge wheelchair users. Only bar snacks such as crisps and peanuts are served, and one visitor liked the place so much they were browsing property listings in the village afterwards.
Featured reviews
- Wayne Lacey
“Cracking little pub Can get rather full and loud but then can rather chilled out Great selection of beers and gins Staff really welcoming”
- Ted Beckett
“Eccyspoons (as the locals refer to it) offers a warm welcome from a cast of comedy characters behind the bar. It has the finest range of malt whisky in the county and offers a broad range of quality real ales at very attractive prices.”
- Jason Hall
“Possibly the best drinking establishment in Eccleshall , i had a great experience with a good atmosphere and the best pint of Guinness ive had in a while. Good selection of beers and friendly staff.”
- Andrew Steventon
“First time visit, great little bar with a real locals vibe. It was that good I was looking on Zoopla for property in Eccleshall.”
- dave p
“Excellent little pub with lovely atmosphere and an outside area to enjoy drinks. Really good selection of lagers - really wanted to try the German Helles - but had to leave I visited two nights in a row and staff were really welcoming and friendly Really nice place to be 😊”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Karaoke
- Live performances
Amenities
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Alcohol
- Casual
- Beer
- Spirits
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- Seating
- Karaoke
- Toilet
- Cosy
- Trendy
- Offerings· 2
- Cocktails
- Wine
- Highlights· 2
- Great beer selection
- Live performances
- Crowd· 2
- Groups
- Tourists
Location
Bars near The Ecclian
- Bell Inn4.51950 mi£1–15Outdoor seating
real ales and beer selection, traditional ancient pub decor, live music
- The Horns Inn4.31295.1 mi awayReservationsOutdoor seatingWi-Fi
vegan roast options, bread and butter pudding, biscoff slice
- Crown Wharf4.51,5985.2 mi away£10–20ReservationsWheelchair accessibleOutdoor seating
sunday roast, steak & ale pie, loaded fries
| Place | Rating | Distance | Price | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The EcclianOutdoor seating | 4.955 | — | £1–15 | real ales, gin selection, malt whisky range |
| Bell InnOutdoor seating | 4.5195 | 0 mi | £1–15 | real ales and beer selection, traditional ancient pub decor, live music |
| The Horns InnReservations · Outdoor seating · Wi-Fi | 4.3129 | 5.1 mi away | — | vegan roast options, bread and butter pudding, biscoff slice |
| Crown WharfReservations · Wheelchair accessible · Outdoor seating | 4.51,598 | 5.2 mi away | £10–20 | sunday roast, steak & ale pie, loaded fries |
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