the cross inn

The Cross Inn, Llanblethian is a wonderful watering hole located in the rural outskirts of Cowbridge with a rich history dating back several hundred years.

It is a pub with community spirit at the very heart of it, where a successful campaign in recent years from residents in Llanblethian and the surrounding areas helped prevent the pub from being developed into housing.


We acquired the pub as part of The Coach Brewing Co pub portfolio in April 2023 and immediately embarked on an extensive refurbishment of it. Sadly the building had been badly neglected for many, many years and there were some major issues which hadn’t been resolved for decades. We spent 6 months rectifying all of these so that the pub has a strong foundation for the next few generations and beyond. The pub is now looking as good as ever.

Pub games

Street Food Pop Ups

Dog friendly

Free WiFi

STREET FOOD POP UPS

From burgers to wings, pizza, Punjabi BBQ, Malaysian & all sorts in between, we've hosted at lot of great food here at The Cross Inn street food kitchen.

Our kitchen operates as a rotational guest space where local vendors "pop up" to showcase the most amazing, mouth watering dishes. Times and days of service can vary depending on what's cooking, so the best thing to do is to check out the calendar via the WHAT'S ON button below.


If you're interested in cooking up a storm with us, drop us an email to kitchen@thecrossinncowbridge.com or fill in our contact form via the button below and we'll get back to you.

WHAT'S ON HOST A POP UP

What People Say About Us

Real ale. Craft beer.

Freehouse.

The Cross Inn has a wonderfully rich history dating back more than 200 years and we're very excited to embark on our tenure of it.

Ever since our journey began at The Coach back in 2006 we've been firm believers that a good pub truly belongs to everybody who frequents and enjoys it. Nobody ever really owns a pub as it's more than just a building - therefore a landlord can only ever be a custodian of it.

We're very proud to be playing a part in helping The Cross Inn continue it's life as a hostelry and as key-holders we'll champion the community mantra.

We look forward to offering a warm welcome and cold pint, to one and all.

  • What are your opening times?

    Just like our sister pubs The Coach and 1 Town Hall Square, we’re open 7 days a week, 11:30am til 11pm.

    Our pop up kitchen times vary, so check out HERE for up to date information. 

  • Are you serving food?

    We host regular street food pop ups and guest chefs from our kitchen.

    Super informal vibes, no need to book, order direct at the kitchen counter for eat in or takeout with pop ups ranging from burgers to wings, dirty fries to pizza and much more.

    Pop Ups typically run from Wednesday to Sunday but for an up to date calendar of events and timings, check out what's coming up by clicking HERE

  • Can I book a table?

    Unfortunately we don't take table reservations. We operate on a first come, first served basis as we feel things work out fairer this way.

  • Are you child friendly?

    We’re family friendly and under 18s are permitted until 9pm.

  • Do you serve coffee?

    Unfortunately we don’t have a coffee machine… But we do have a plethora of non-alcoholic drinks available, from traditional soft drinks through to 0.0% Guinness and we always try to keep a tasty non-alc beer on draught.

  • What events do you host?

    Whether you're looking for a traditional pub quiz, some live music or a beer festival - we host a wide range of events... from darts tournaments to open mic nights. Head over to our Facebook page and give us a like/follow to stay up to date.

  • Are you dog friendly?

    Yes absolutely! Dogs are very welcome and we have treats and water for them, just ask.

  • Can I host a pop up?

    We're always on the look out for new vendors to come down and trade with us.

    Whether you're a budding chef or an established street food vendor, if you're up for a kitchen takeover click HERE.


    We need you to be FSA registered, have public and employers liability insurance and a minimum of food hygiene level 2.


    kitchen@thecrossinncowbridge.com

  • Can I stay the night?

    You wouldn't need to be the most observant person in the world to notice the considerable building work happening here at The Cross Inn. Later this year we'll have Airbnb apartments available to book and we can't wait to show you them, stay tuned.

Opening Times

Mon - Sun
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Address

the cross inn

Church Road

Llanblethian

Cowbridge CF71 7JF

Wales, UK

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