Mr O'Dwyer was persistently bothered by curious tourists wanting to explore the underground passage. However, once he decided to charge a shilling per visit, numbers dwindled until such time as he was able to seal the entrance to the tunnel and store his dustbins in the area. During the refurbishments of the late 1970s the entrance to the tunnel was demolished. References External links Golden Cross Hotel — hotel guide Golden Cross Hotel — official website 1428 establishments in England Grade II* listed pubs in Shropshire Buildings and structures in Shrewsbury Timber framed buildings in England