About Us
About Us
Our History
The Champion Shell Inn’s status as a listed building hints of a past steeped in history. Delving into the mists of local folklore, owner Ronnie Wilson discovered the intriguing tale of how The Champion Shell Inn was named, over two hundred years ago…
In the Eighteenth Century, the establishment was a popular stopping-off-point for weary travellers on the King’s Highway West, as they journeyed North to the capital. At that time, The Champion Shell Inn was inhabited by monks who provided food, shelter and entertainment for the travellers and stables to rest the tired horses.
The most popular form of entertainment was a drinking contest. This consisted of drinking mead from a carved Pecten Shell Goblet, with the object being to swallow as much as possible in one gulp, which could be described as an old-fashioned, Scottish version of the ‘Yard of Ale’. The winner earned the prestigious title ‘The Champion Shell Drinker’ and over time the name became associated with the establishment.
As a tribute to its namesake, The Champion Shell Inn has a Pecten Shell proudly displayed at the entrance, above the doorway.
Opening Hours
5 Schoolwell Street, Stevenston, KA20 3DL
Day
Bar
Food
Monday
Closed
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Closed
Thursday
12:00 - 00:00
12:00 - 15:00
Friday
12:00 - 00:00
12:00 - 20:00
Saturday
12:00 - 00:00
12:00 - 20:30
Sunday
12:00 - 00:00
12:30 - 19:30
Events & Functions
Book Us as Your Venue for Your Next Function!
Looking for the perfect place to host your next event? Look no further! Our venue offers the ideal setting for any occasion. With a welcoming atmosphere and exceptional service, we ensure your function will be memorable.
We cater for all types of functions: Birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, reunions and much more. We can accommodate for tables of 20+, 7 days a week.
For tables over 10, we produce set menus to suit your individual tastes and dietary requirements. We also print your function menu, free of charge and can personalise it with any special message you wish at the top.
Contact us today to reserve your date!
Delicious Food
Indulge in the rich flavours and comforting goodness of our home-cooked dishes. Prepared with love and the freshest ingredients, each meal promises a delightful culinary experience.
Bar
Explore our extensive range of premium beverages. Our collection includes a diverse selection of fine wines, gins, exquisite spirits, liqueurs, and bottled beers. With such a wide variety, there's something to satisfy every palate.
Drink Specials
Indulge in our monthly wine specials, offering exclusive selections and great deals. Don’t miss our "Malt of the Month" either, featuring a different exceptional malt whisky each month. There's always something new and exciting to discover!