About The Shire
The Shire is a mainly creative server with a small, tight-knit community that has been using the same map for over 15 years. This ten years of uninterrupted building has led to a world full of detailed builds in styles ranging from medieval to modern. One of the largest server projects has been an impressive infrastruc
How to join The Shire
Java Edition
- Open Minecraft and choose Multiplayer.
- Select Add Server.
- Paste
play.shirecraft.usinto Server Address. - Save, then choose Join Server.
Bedrock Edition
- Choose Play, then the Servers tab.
- Scroll down and select Add Server.
- Enter
play.shirecraft.usand port19132. - Save and join.
FAQ
The Shire FAQ
Short answers to what players ask most. Still stuck? Check the Minecraft authentication server status.
What is the The Shire server IP?
The The Shire server IP is play.shirecraft.us. Bedrock players use play.shirecraft.us with port 19132.
Is The Shire down right now?
No. The Shire was up at our last check (Sep 19, 2026, 19:50 UTC) with 7 players online. We check its status about every 10 minutes.
Check The Shire nowHow do I join The Shire?
On Java Edition, open Multiplayer, choose Add Server, paste play.shirecraft.us, then select Join Server. On Bedrock, open Play, go to the Servers tab, choose Add Server, and enter play.shirecraft.us with port 19132.
What port does The Shire use?
The Shire uses the default port (25565), so the address alone is enough. The Bedrock address uses port 19132.
How many players are on The Shire?
7 players were online on The Shire at our last check (Sep 19, 2026, 19:50 UTC), with 30 slots listed. The Stats tab charts the The Shire player count over time.
What Minecraft version does The Shire use?
The Shire reported “Velocity 1.7.2-26.2” at our last check. Networks that list a range accept any client version inside it.
Can Bedrock players join The Shire?
Yes. The Shire has a Bedrock address: play.shirecraft.us, port 19132.
How do I claim The Shire?
If you run The Shire, claim this listing from a free NewMinecraftServers account. You prove ownership by showing a short code in the server's MOTD for a moment (our Paper plugin can do it for you) or with a DNS record, then edit the description, links, and banner yourself.
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