Local Pubs

“Wine comes in at the mouth And love comes in at the eye; That's all we shall know for truth. Before we grow old and die. I lift the glass to my mouth, I look at you, and I sigh.”

(A Drinking Song, William Butler Yeats. 1939)

Should you wish to wet your whistle in Bristol you could hardly have a wider choice. ‘Old school’ inns and taverns, cocktail bars, live music venues, gastropubs, they all abide aplenty in Bristol. Here are a few suggestions but the best way to find your ‘local’ is surely to take the air and simply explore.

Turtle Bay Caribbean and Jamaican themed pub. Relax, unwind and warm-up with some rum - liquid sunshine, its fiery flavour is a treat to savour. Let the uplifting sounds of Reggae beats brighten your day. Also a big mention must go for the authentic food (hot hot curries!) served up daily. 1340, Aztec West, Bristol, BS32 4RX 0117 923 2953 www.turtlebay.co.uk/

The Strawberry Thief The Strawberry Thief is an award winning independent bar in the creative heart of Bristol’s old city. Specialists in Belgian & Craft Beer with a range of over 70 beers and ciders every week, quality wines, and premium spirits, all table served! 26 Broad St Bristol BS1 2HG www.strawberrythiefbar.com

The Wackum Inn Local Greene King pub with a traditional feel. All -encompassing menu with something for everyone and a great kids’ menu too. Special deals on certain meals for two etc 533 Whitehall road Bristol BS5 7DA www.greeneking-pubs.co.uk/pubs/avon/wackum-inn/

Horts Bar and restaurant Named after the 18th century artist, essayist and bon viveur Arthur Hort, born at the top of the road, the names Hort and Bristol have been synonymous for hundreds of years. Horts blends the best of a traditional city pub with contemporary style. 49 Broad street Bristol BS1 2EP 01179 252 520 The Lansdown Pub The Lansdown is a traditional pub on the edge of Clifton Village. Family owned and run, it’s a haven for those who enjoy great beer, a glass of good wine, honest home cooked food, and a satisfying spirit or two. 8 Clifton Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1AF 0117 973 4949 www.thelansdown.com

Seamus O’Donnells Traditional small Irish themed hostelry with all the added décor that comes to mind. Enjoy all the usual refreshments linked with our Irish cousins in a warm friendly environment. Piped Irish music and you have the added bonus of bringing your own food in if you like? 13 St Nicholas St Bristol BS1 1UE 0117 925 1283

The White Bear Multi-roomed pub that becomes a place to party after dark, featuring everything from comedy nights to local and big-name DJs 133 St. Michaels Hill Bristol BS2 8BS Contact: www.whitebear-bristol.co.uk/theatre-events

The Bag Of Nails The Bag Of Nails has long been regarded as one of Bristol’s best real ale establishments. It is, without doubt, also one of the city’s most eccentric pubs. 141 St George’s Road Hotwells Bristol BS1 5UW Contact: www.facebook.com/pages/Bag-of-Nails-Bristol