Bristol Afternoon Tea

Bristol Afternoon Tea: Where Tradition Meets Taste!

Afternoon tea, as quintessentially British as Strawberries and cream, roast dinners and talking about the weather and in great supply in and around Bristol. If you're having a celebration, catching up with friends or family or just fancy it, an afternoon tea is the perfect and most delicious way to spend an hour or two. Tea, sandwiches, cakes, what's not to love?!

Bristol has a whole host of different options for different moods and budgets. The only question left to answer is which came first, the cream or the jam.

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Experience Luxurious Afternoon Tea in Bristol

Eating cake and quaffing tea or, even better, champagne, under the guise of being elegant is a great tradition in our books and one that we are keen on upholding.

More than just the enjoyment of delicious sandwiches, the real pleasure is in the ceremony of afternoon tea; the delicate china, the pouring of the tea and the excuse to dress up and pretend to be fancy.

Bristol has a wide variety of establishments on offer from the super traditional to the quirky and modern. Whatever your style, there's no better way to pass an afternoon!

Browns Brasserie Afternoon Tea

Let’s start in Clifton with impressive architecture and an equally impressive culinary offering. When you walk into Browns Brasserie and Bar you can't help but be blown away by the building modelled on Doge’s Palace in Venice.

Now, let's talk about the highlight: the crème de la crème, the afternoon tea

With the likes of lobster and prawn brioche rolls and smoked salmon and cream cheese on whisky & thyme oatcake you know this is high class offering, finished off with the likes of elderflower & gin posset and salted caramel profiteroles.

This can be yours between 3pm and 5.30pm for £22.00 or if you want to add in a cheeky glass of Moët & Chandon Impérial or Roku Gin & Fever-Tree tonic it'll be £32.00.

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Clifton Village Afternoon Tea

Whilst we’re in Clifton, If there’s a group of 10 or more of you, No.4 Clifton Village might be the place to go.

Set in a beautiful Georgian Town House you can sit in the restaurant or al fresco in their stunning walled gardens.

With a classic, Hendricks or Prosecco afternoon tea, for £18.00 or £24.00 it’s ideal for a group and gives you the choice of making it boozy.

Perfect to break up an afternoon of shopping in Clifton's independent boutiques and antiques arcades.

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Thornbury Afternoon Tea

For a change of scenery, why not head out of the city. You want a castle, we've got you a castle, Tudor gardens and parkland, go on then, we'll chuck that in too.

At Thornbury Castle you can choose to have your afternoon tea in the Lounge, Sitting Room or Library.

Enjoy afternoon tea daily from 12:30pm-4:30pm, featuring elegant finger sandwiches, choux buns, blackberry friands, and classic scones with homemade jam and clotted cream

Prices start at £37.50 per person.

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Clifton Village Afternoon Tea

Pop on down to Hotel Du Vin with £29.95, it’s time to bring in the pastry chefs and take afternoon tea up a few notches.

Don’t expect just the classic finger sandwiches here. If the likes of Severn & Wye smoked salmon and cream cheese on dark rye bread, or egg and cress on a brioche roll take your fancy you’ve come to the right place.

This is followed by cream tea and sweet mini treats of Victoria sponge roulade, raspberry and dark chocolate tea cakes and orange and marmalade tea loaf, all topped off with a choice of teas or a glass of champagne for an additional £11.00.

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Bristol Harbourside Afternoon Tea

You think of Bristol and you think of the harbourside and what better location to relax and enjoy an afternoon tea.

If you’re spending the afternoon with people who don’t live in Bristol it would give the ideal chance for a bit of site seeing while you’re at it.

At The Bristol Hotel, for a vintage afternoon tea served on retro crockery with finger sandwiches, mini cakes and scones with clotted cream and jam it’ll cost you £25.00 or for an extra £12.00 you could have a glass of English sparkling wine or Hendricks Gin cocktail.

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Unique Afternoon Tea

Restaurants are a great environment for an afternoon tea but this is Bristol, there’s always something different in the mix.

Now this isn’t an everyday experience and it’s only available on Bank Holiday Mondays during the summer. Our next venue for an afternoon tea in Bristol is at the train station. Yeah, you heard right, well not just at the station, it’s running through the Bristol countryside.

Avon Valley Railway offers afternoon tea on a steam train.

You will have a glass of prosecco followed by a High Tea of finger sandwiches, scones with jam and cream and a selection of dainty cakes and pastries and tea or coffee. Tickets cost £39.00 for this unique experience!

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Clifton Suspension Bridge Afternoon Tea

Head to the Clifton Observatory for a special afternoon tea in Bristol. Running on selected days, this venue promises a unique experience. As the name implies, get set for some breath-taking panoramic views of the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge and Avon Gorge.

Enjoy your tea indoors or on the lovely patio for great photos and a memorable experience."

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Elegant Afternoon Tea

Afternoon tea at The Ivy Brasserie in Clifton, Bristol, is an elegant affair. Priced at approximately £29.95 per person, it includes a selection of finger sandwiches with various fillings, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, and an assortment of delectable pastries and cakes.

The tea menu features a mix of classic and unique blends, with the option to add champagne for an authentic Ivy experience

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Somerset Afternoon Tea

If you enjoy a serene countryside locale for your luxury afternoon tea, we have two more places outside of the city centre that might float your boat.

Symonds at Redwood is nestled in a quaint village, offering countryside charm while being conveniently near the city center.

Leather chairs, art work on the walls and a relaxed atmosphere provide the perfect setting to enjoy your afternoon tea. Keep it traditional or add in some prosecco, champagne or gin to mix it up.

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Why Bristol for an afternoon tea?

One of the greatest things about Bristol is its ability to always surprise and offer people amazing quality and variety. Afternoon teas are easy enough to find wherever you are in the country but an afternoon tea in Bristol doesn’t have to be standard.

City, countryside, train or castle, there is something for everyone. Visiting or living in the city? Pick a beautiful venue and treat yourself

Bottomless Brunches in Bristol

Bristol Bottomless Brunch Bliss Ultimate Guide!

Bottomless brunches in Bristol have become quite the thing in the past few years. Our resident foodie Katie has been trying out some of the best.

You’ve had a great night out and even thought you prepped with a pint of water by your bed, you’re still feeling a little fuzzy headed. You’ve got two options; spend the day catching some z’s and re-hydrating or hitting up a Bottomless Brunches in Bristol, for a good ol’ dose of hair of the dog.

If option two is more your thing you’ve come to the right place for a guide to some of Bristol’s finest bottomless brunches on offer.

If you’re looking for a post just about traditional English breakfast based Bristol brunch, you’ve come to the wrong place, this will give you a taste of, as you’d expect of Bristol, a wide range of different tasty treats.

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Bottomless brunches are a fad that just won't go away, Why? Because it's a brilliant concept! A delicious breakfast plus endless, guilt free cocktails and drinks, now that's something we can get on board with!

Make a proper occasion of brunch, ideal for a hen weekend or a birthday celebration. Cracking open some bubbly before noon, paired with a great breakfast spread, feels indulgently decadent.

Choose one of our top venues listed below and you will be in for a proper treat!

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Brace And Browns

The award-winning Brace and Browns doesn’t need any real introduction and neither does their bottomless brunch.

Even with an updated menu, Bristol's first bottomless brunch continues to charm with its fresh, locally sourced ingredients, remaining completely irresistible!

They serve a three-course feast with a variety of starters, followed by high-quality main courses, delicious homemade doughnuts for dessert, and, naturally, lots of bubbly!

All of this comes to a mere £35.00 per person, what’s not to like!?

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The Lost and Found

The Lost and Found offers one of the best bottomless brunches in Bristol. Priced at around £35 per person, it includes a selection of brunch dishes like smashed avocado egg on toast, smoked salmon waffle and shakshuka.

The best part is you can wash all these delicious dishes down all the unlimited drinks, including prosecco, mimosas, and aperol spritzes which flow for two hours.

Located at the Triangle on top of Park Street, remember to be careful of the steep hill when you're heading back down after sipping those Bloody Marys!

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Steam Bristol

Now it’s time to get on another plane, this time we’re heading to America. Well, actually we’re heading to Steam Bristol but with this California inspired bottomless brunches in Bristol with bottomless prosecco, beer or cider for 90 minutes, you’d be forgiven for forgetting where you really are.

Dig into one of their mouth-watering mains, including; muffins topped with a sausage meat patty, egg and siracha mayonnaise, or a buttermilk waffle with delicious buttermilk chicken with hot maple butter.

You'll get a sharing board for the table too with some fried hash brown bites. For £32.50 you could have your Saturday brunch needs taken care of.

Steam Bristol spices up the summer with a bottomless barbecue every Sunday, offering plenty of delicious food and endless drinks, all enjoyed responsibly.

There are meat and veggie options, an unlimited salad bar and unlimited sangria, prosecco and cider for 90 minutes and live music. Sounds like the perfect afternoon to us.

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Tonight Josephine

For something a bit more flashy and exuberant, we’d recommend trying out Tonight Josephine down on Baldwin Street. Step through the doors and you will be blown away by the dazzling pink, neon and sparkling interior.

A favourite for hen parties, try out one of their brilliantly themed brunches such as their Harry Styles brunch or “Now that’s what I call Brunch” which features pop classics from across the ages. Expect a wild compere, plenty of drag, and games like Name That Tune and Boy Band Bingo.

Their brunch option is slightly pricier than others at £49.00 per person but we reckon for the entertainment you get, it’s well worth it!

With 90 minutes of bottomless bubbles, beer or cocktails to accompany your pulled pork or halloumi burgers or tasty chicken skewers. Dress to kill and get ready to get outrageous!

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Pieminister

Today’s the day to wake up to a Morning Glory or a Sunny Pie Up. Pieminister is the place to be with these brunch pie offerings.

A proper Bristol institution, this staple of the summer festival circuit is famous with good reason!

Go to the town center to savor the delicious pies, and if pie isn't your thing, no worries, there's plenty more to go with your unlimited prosecco, mimosas, and Aperol spritz.

The bottomless brunch lasts for one and a half hours for £25 and is served every two weeks over the summer.

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Koocha Mezze Bar

Fed up of smashed avocado on toast and crispy bacon? Take a toddle down Zetland Road, pull up a chair on a sunny outdoor terrace, and let yourself be transported to the middle east!

Koocha Mezze offers a completely different kind of brunch. This Persian, vegan restaurant offers the most mouth-wateringly delicious and alluring dishes.

You can choose between a smoky shakshuka or decadent baklava pancakes drizzled in cardamom and saffron syrup, among many other options.

Brunch plates start at £9.00 each, or to go bottomless, it costs £35.00 for a two hour sitting.

This includes all mocktails and cocktails on the list, including their divine saffron margaritas and watermelon mojitos.

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Quay Street Diner

One of the few places that offer a bottomless brunch all week round is the Quay Street Diner. With a lovely relaxed atmosphere, popular with student and young professionals alike, you could be tempted to come here every day!

You can choose from a variety of classic American dishes like buttermilk pancake stacks with crispy bacon, juicy steak and eggs, or fried chicken and waffles.

Add bottomless prosecco to your brunch for 1.5 hours for an additional £19.95 per person.

The diner offers a private dining room, perfect for large groups or celebrating a birthday or hen party.

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Whistle Punks

For a Bristol bottomless brunch with a difference... Whistle Punks really ticks all the boxes. Combine a spot of axe throwing with endless Aperol Spritzes, what could possibly go wrong!?

Fear not, the axe throwing comes first, followed by pizzas and an hour of bottomless drinks.

The whole package costs £40 and the offer only runs on Sundays. This is the ideal activity for a stag or hen party to enjoy the morning after a night out!

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Bristol Restaurants

Explore Top Bristol Restaurants - A Foodie's Dream!

So, you’ve got your night out sorted and your daytime activities down to a tee but now you need think about food. There’s plenty of choices when it comes to dining out but when you’re planning a Bristol wekeend to remember, a standard dinner reservation isn’t going to live up to the rest of your plans.

From waterfront eateries to hidden local bistros, this city caters to all palates. In this guide, we're unveiling the must-visit Bristol restaurants that define the city'sculinary landscape.

To help you find something special, we’ve rounded up some of the best dining experiences in and around the city.

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Gourmet Adventures at the Best Bristol Restaurants

In the historic quarters, you'll find a mix of traditional British cuisine and international flavors. The Old City, known for its cobbled streets and picturesque buildings, houses some of the best restaurants in Bristol. Here, you can savor authentic British dishes, perfected over generations.

Bristol's culinary scene isn't just about tradition. It's a hotspot for contemporary dining, where innovative chefs are redefining British cuisine. Modern eateries dotted around the Harbourside area showcase creative menus, blending local ingredients with global influences.

Racks, Clifton

The ever-popular Racks is often touted as ‘Clifton's best party destination’ and there’s plenty of reasons why. It could be the free venue hire, the bar stacked with some of the best gins in England or the mouth-watering menus.

We think that it’s a combination of all three. Racks can cater for up to 200 people although the venue is split into a variety of spaces, each with its own character and original features.

Fancy trying some of those fine gins? Make the evening extra special and take part in one of their tasting masterclasses. Gin not your tipple of choice? They offer an ale tasting session too.

Either can be booked as part of a dining package or separately, take it from us, Racks is one of our favorite Bristol Restaurants.

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No.4 Clifton Village, Clifton

No.4 is set in the heart of Clifton Village and we guarantee the bride-to-be will love this stylish Bristol Restaurants. It’s the perfect venue for a sophisticated evening soiree.

With two fantastic rooms available, the venue is ideal for hosting either smaller, intimate parties or larger groups and if you’re planning a summer hen weekend, their idyllic gardens are perfect for dining al fresco.

They’ll also serve you the best Pimm’s you’ve ever had (take our word for it). Their menus will leave you spoilt for choice and, with a team dedicated to helping you plan your party, what you’re going to eat is the only choice you’ll have to worry about.

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Hotel Du Vin & Bistro, City Centre

If you’re looking for nothing short of luxury when it comes to Bristol restaurants dining then Hotel du Vin should be top of your list.

With a variety of rooms available to hire, they each exude a unique sense of charm and character. This venue has an extra special treat in store for smaller parties too at the Sommelier’s table.

Start your evening with champagne and canapés upon your arrival before being treated to a sumptuous five course menu with wines matched to each.

There’s even an expert to talk you through each one. It’s not just dinner, it’s a truly is a unique dining experience and an evening you’ll never forget.

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The Albion, Clifton Village

In the heart of the village lies The Albion, a historic venue that first opened its doors in the 19th century and has become a firm favourite.

It’s a perfect blend of classic and contemporary and the menu, as well as the venue itself, pays homage to its history with a nod to the new.

The dining room on the first floor can host up to 30 people and the menu has something that everyone will love. From the freshest fish, the finest cuts of meat to desserts that are to die for, The Albion is guaranteed to provide you with good food, good wine and a good time.

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The Jetty, Corn Street, City Centre

With architecture to leave you awestruck and a lively yet relaxed atmosphere that makes everyone feel at home, The Jetty will leave any bride-to-be feeling like a princess.

The multi-award-winning restaurant boasts a Sansovino inspired banking hall for those looking to host large parties (it seats up to 300) as well as several more modestly sized dining rooms for occasions that are a little more low-key but just as special.

Before the day, the restaurant team will work with you to create a bespoke menu which will be complimented by their selection of fine wines and eclectic cocktail list. All you’ll need to do is sit back, relax and have the time of your lives.

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Riverstation, City Centre

Set down by Bristol's beautiful harbourside, Riverstation is one of the great Bristol restaurants, a great venue for a group meal out with a view. Chance your arm with a balcony table or hire their private room which seats up to 30 people.

They serve a seasonal set menu which is a fabulous special treat for a celebratory dinner.

The cocktails here are great too so don't forget to add a few of those to your order!

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The Ivy Clifton Brasserie, Clifton

The Ivy Brasserie situated in the upmarket area of Clifton is the perfect spot for a swanky dinner with your favourite people.

When you're celebrating a special occasion, they have two fantastic dining rooms to choose from, seating either 12 or 16 people.

Both rooms are as stunningly decorated as the rest of the restaurant and, of course, you can add your own finishing touches if you like!

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Book Ahead

We know that dinner can be a bit of an afterthought when you’ve already put together an exciting itinerary but it’s definitely something that you need to plan.

Why not use it as an excuse to plan something special for the bride-to-be? Private dining can be a formal affair or a casual gathering. Either way, it’ll turn an unforgettable weekend into an extra special occasion. After all, you are celebrating.

Bristol Festivals 2024

Bristol Festivals 2024: Your Ultimate Guide to Fun!

Bristol, or Brizzle as it’s often affectionately referred to by locals, has well established itself as a jewel of the west for those living in and travelling to the region.

A city full of things to do and see, places to eat and drink and events to visit, it is firmly on the map as somewhere to spend time to either pass a few hours or to make a day-trip or short break out of.

One such pull is the varying events and festival in Bristol, spanning a whole host of interests and industries at all times throughout the year.

The first music festival held in the region was the Ashton Court Festival which launched back in 1974, giving local artists and bands the chance to perform alongside nationally-recognised headliners.

It grew throughout the years and remained free for many until government legislation was introduced resulting in security fencing and compulsory fees.

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Bristol Best Festivals

Perhaps the most famous of Bristol festivals is the traditional Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, pictures and videos of which are shared worldwide amongst media outlets and publications.

The annual four-day (and still free!) festival enjoys crowds of 100,000+ daily and is one of the largest such events in Europe. It’s certainly something that everyone in the UK should try and see at least once!

The Bristol Harbour Festival is another such family-friendly event gaining vast popularity, aimed at celebrating the heritage and ongoing importance of the city’s harbour and maritime industry. Festivities take place city-wide and ships and boats visit from all over the continent during this time.

The newest Bristol festival is Forwards Festival, an international music-themed event that looks to blend a cutting-edge line-up from the latest names in emerging artists with a platform for social purpose and timely debate on current affairs. Still growing and set across the Bristol Downs, this event is surely likely to prosper in the years to come.

Bristol’s Famous Festivals

There are fewer things synonymous with Bristol than the balloon fiesta and its pirating history! Check out some of the most famous of the city's festivals that draw tourists and locals alike, year on year.

Harbour Festival

If you’re looking for an event that’s city-wide and sure to have something for everyone, Bristol Harbour Festival is the place for you. Set in Bristol since 1971, when it originated as an attempt to save the city’s docks from being filled in (a success, of course!), it is typically held across a weekend either at the end of July or the beginning of August.

Traditionally themed to celebrate the heritage and importance of Bristol’s docks, harbour and maritime industry, it now has broadened a little in its horizons to offer events of all types; albeit most of them still take place quayside, or on or near the waterfront of Bristol harbour.

Venues are both on-land and not, with several sea vessels mooring nearby. Boosted by the council to engage communities across the whole city, the impact of Bristol Harbour Festival is felt everywhere locally with dance acts, interactive theatre, music gigs and international circus acts touring all over.

This is one of the most family-friendly festivals in Bristol with interactive classes and lessons for people of all ages, a dedicated children’s area and a BBC Radio Bristol stage.

Entertainment of previous years has included VV Brown, DJ Derek, Beth Rowley and the Hot 8 Brass Band.

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Bristol International Balloon Fiesta

The most famous Bristol festival is, of course, the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta. Taking place in the city’s large Ashton Court estate, this annual four-day festival remains free and is an event for hot air ballooning teams from around the world to bring their balloons and participate in mass ascents.

As many as 100 hot air balloons take off at any one time, making for a breath-taking view that simply can’t be seen anywhere else in the UK; and makes it one of the largest hot air ballooning events in Europe.

First held in 1979, this Bristol festival has grown in popularity and now attracts crowds of 100,000+ people per days.

Mass launches are scheduled twice a day (at 6am and 6pm), dependent on the weather conditions throughout the event. On the opening Thursday night of the Balloon Fiesta, the ‘Night Glow’ event sees balloons and inflate and glow to music after dark (usually about 9:30pm), followed by an impressive fireworks display.

Where weather permits, this is often repeated throughout the weekend to allow more visitors the chance to enjoy it.

The hot air balloons created for the Balloon Fiesta are made up of a variety of custom shapes, primarily made by local manufacturer Cameron Balloons who are based just down the road in Bedminster.

Previous balloons have included characters such as Bertie Basset, Rupert the Bear, Stuart the Minion and a Tesco trolley!

Previously scheduled in September, the event frequently faced cancellations and delays due to autumn weather. As a result, organizers now start the event in August every year.

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Bristol Light Festival

Another one of the famous and free festivals in Bristol is the Light Festival. Filling the city with colour showcasing light art, this event takes place in the evenings and nights of February when the skies are dark and this vibrant, playful art form can really shine.

Each year, the Bristol Light Festival features world premier works as well as some of the UK’s best light art talent; all set in specific locations across the city.

Visitors simply need to wander the city’s streets in the evenings to see the art come to life and take advantage of the retail and hospitality businesses in the area at the same time.

Several of the installations are interactive and all are accessible to all, providing you can get out of the house to see them!

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Bristol Pride Festival

The Bristol Pride Festival is a vibrant celebration of the LGBTQ+ community in Bristol. This annual event, typically held in July, showcases a diverse array of activities including a colourful parade, live music, dance performances, and community workshops. It serves as a platform for advocacy and unity, highlighting the importance of inclusivity and equality.

The festival attracts thousands of participants, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere that honours the spirit of pride and freedom.

Events include: film, spoken word, club night, comedy and a whole host of great performances across the city.

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Bristol Music Festivals

The Bristol music scene is always buzzing with gigs in its many small venues. The music festivals have really taken off in recent years though with new ones emerging constantly!

Take your pick of the varied options below, with something to suit everyone.

Love Saves The Day

Love Saves The Day is a Bristol music festival spanning a wide variety of music genres from electronic to indie.

The festival happens at Ashton Court, the same venue as the Bristol Balloon Fiesta, over a weekend in May. Organizers transform the site into a festival ground with various stages, street food trucks, and fairground rides.

From its roots in 2012, this festival has switched locations several time to accommodate its ever-growing size and now hosts some 50,000+ people each day!

The music featured at Love Saves The Day tends to be emerging DJs and artists from urban scenes; several of which have gone on to become very famous, including Stormzy, who played his first ever festival gig here.

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Forwards Festival

Team Love, who are behind the Love Saves The Day event, and AEG combined to create Forwards Festival, an inner-city music festival taking place on the Bristol Downs every September.

Across two-days, musical artists and bands play across two main stages alongside The Information; a space for activism, debate, examination and understanding on a variety of current affairs and cultural issues.

With a programme of activists, artists, writers, politicians and inspirational experts in this space, Forwards Festival provides a facility for conversation as well as music.

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Dot To Dot Festival

One of the more unusual festivals in Bristol is Dot To Dot Festival, an event that takes place across various venues in the city as well as in Nottingham and Bristol. All artists play one city on one day and travel to the others for the following day.

One wristband gets you entry in to multiple venues across the city and it makes for a really fun day wandering around town listening to bands in all kinds of spots!

It's a true music lovers event with real diverse talent and lots of up and coming bands performing.

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Valley Fest

Valley Fest, held near Bristol, is the best tasting festival in the South West, a celebration of community, music, and organic farming.

In August, this family-friendly festival takes place against the scenic backdrop of Chew Valley Lake and features a variety of musical acts, offers local organic food, and hosts engaging workshops.

Emphasising sustainability and local culture, it offers a unique blend of entertainment and education, making it a delightful escape into nature and creativity for attendees of all ages.

Plan ahead by checking out the music lineup and make sure to book onto some of the food experiences, classes and tasting menus to enjoy the full extent of what is on offer.

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Bristol Food & Drinks Festivals

For a city with such an amazing gastronomical scene, it's no surprise that Bristol hosts a few cracking food and drink festivals!

The Foodies Festival up on the Downs is our top pick, and definitely worth booking tickets for to experience some incredible cooking and to chill out with friends in the sunshine.

Foodies Festival

The Bristol edition of the chain Foodies Festival takes place in May and combines a line-up of celebrity chefs providing cooking and baking demonstrations alongside famous musical artists and bands such as Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Scouting For Girls, Toploader and Natalie Imbruglia.

Masterclasses in cooking, baking and mixology make up for a busy day for festival-goers who can dance the night away at the end of it. There’s also a bookshop on-site, a dedicated kid’s zone and a whole host of tastings to take part in!

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Bristol Beer Festival

CAMRA Bristol Beer Festival takes place annually in November with 100+ beers and ciders served through City Hall, College Green.

Festival-goers don’t need to be CAMRA members to attend, although tickets are cheaper if they do, and the programme includes live music and entertainment alongside the various breweries and street food venues serving.

Each ticket includes an exclusive commemorative pint or half-pint glass for the event, and attendees purchase all drinks using a drinks token system.

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IN CIDER INDOOR FESTIVAL

Three days of indoor festival fun - All you need to bring is a towel, a big smile and money for the bar! The ticket price includes chalet accommodation, meals, live music, entertainment and leisure facilities.

The In Cider Festival in Bristol is a vibrant celebration of cider and live music. Held annually in February, it showcases a wide range of ciders, complemented by an eclectic mix of musical acts.

This indoor winter festival offers a cosy, fun atmosphere, making it a unique event for cider enthusiasts and music lovers.

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Bristol Comedy Gardens

Another one of the varied festivals in Bristol combining food and drink with fun is the Bristol Comedy Gardens.

Set up across the Downs every June, this event allows visitors to browse the vast selection of bars and street food vendors (all with vegetarian and vegan options, and all accepting card) before sitting down to an afternoon and evening of comedy from big names such as Nish Kumar, Aisling Bea, Suzi Ruffell, Phil Wang, Joel Dommett, Ardal O’Hanlon and Al Murray.

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Bristol’s best Pubs

Top Bristol Pubs: Where Locals Love to Linger!

Who doesn’t like a traditional pub? They’re part of British culture – so much so, they’re now woven into the fabric of daily life (and have been for hundreds of years). In fact, it was the Roman invasion that introduced the concept of the public house to our region.

It might have taken a while (say, a few centuries) for the pub as we know it to come to fruition, but in that time, they’ve become so much more than simply a house serving ale.

Throughout time, they’ve served as places of business, social reform, diversion and in the absence of the printing press, even as the local news.

Luckily for Bristolians, the city isn’t short on traditional Bristol pubs, many of which also serve delicious food and fabulous ales. Here are just a few of Bristol’s first and foremost pubs.

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Bristol’s Oldest Pubs

There’s some debate over the title for oldest pub in the city, with several contenders vying for first place.

The Hatchet Inn, claiming establishment around 1606, takes its name from the woodsmen of Clifton Wood.

It’s stood the test of time, and now offers a range of delicious pub grub, as well as a tasty pint.

Another contender for the title is the Llandoger Trow, built in 1664. With its stunning Tudor exterior set on the sunny cobbled street in the heart of the city, it’s a great option for those warm, summer days.

The Bristol pub is also steeped in history; legend has it that the Llandoger Trow was a favorite drinking spot for the infamous privateer Blackbeard, as well as the inspiration for Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island.

A third contender for the title is The Rummer, just off of St Nick’s Market. Dating back to 1241, The Rummer’s flagstone floors and huge fireplace act as visible reminders of the pub’s longstanding history.

It now boasts its own micro distillery, brewing batches of aromatic gins and spiced rums that you can sample in the bar (along with a plethora of other spirits).

The Steam Crane

This Bristol Pub is located south of the river in Bedminster, The Steam Crane is pretty hard to miss.

The building's exterior features a classic nautical scene painting, and inside, it combines traditional pub decor with a touch of modernism.

Leather armchairs somehow blend seamlessly with the traditional fireplaces and wooden bar that you’d expect from a traditional British pub.

There’s a wide variety of beer, ales and wine available, and the food comes highly recommended by locals and visitors alike.

It’s great for larger groups, so if you’re planning a Bristol stag weekend, then the Stream Crane is a great place to start your celebrations.

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The Albion, Clifton

The Albion, a stylish twist on the traditional British pub, is a popular spot in the lively Clifton village.

Dating back to the 17th Century, experts have meticulously renovated and designed the building with impeccable taste.

It’s a winner for all seasons; lazy summer afternoons fly by in the ample courtyard garden, while winter Sunday lunches have to be experienced by the comfort of a roaring fire and accompanied by a delicious glass of red.

The Albion may not be budget-friendly, but it's a must-visit for those seeking a more upscale spot to enjoy their pint.

The food menu is seasonal, the ingredients impeccable quality and the dishes, reassuringly traditional. There’s literally something for everyone, one of our favourite Bristol pubs.

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The Jersey Lily

As far as Bristol pubs go, The Jersey Lily is young, fun and full of character. Situated on lively Whiteladies Road, the pub enjoys a relaxed atmosphere, which attracts a mixed – yet equally welcome – crowd.

The food is award-winning; sourced from local suppliers, you can sink your teeth into a huge variety of scrumptious snacks and dinners.

From tapas to share to Sunday Roasts, there’s literally something for everyone on their extensive menu. If you’re more interested in the drinks menu, then you won’t be disappointed.

There’s a huge selection of wines for all tastes on offer – as well as cocktails. If you're into live music, don't miss the Thursday acoustic sessions. Enjoy two-for-one craft cocktails with a friend!

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Coronation Tap

Known to locals as 'Cori Tap,' The Coronation Tap is an iconic pub and an essential inclusion on any list of Bristol's best pubs!

Best known for its killer cider offerings, a sample of their famous Exhibition is an absolute must for all visitors to Bristol! This drink is so potent it's only served in half pints – you'll be belting out old Bristol sea shanties in no time!

Expect a proper, traditional pub with an amazing selection of ciders to choose from and a welcoming atmosphere that will make it hard to leave.

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The Ostrich

The Ostrich, a historic Bristol pub, sits in a fantastic location right on the water's edge with a great beer garden!

On a sunny day, everyone packs the place, taking advantage of the sun-drenched benches to watch the boats sail lazily by.

Visit the charming, centuries-old pub and don't miss the skeleton in the cave near the bar while waiting for your pint.

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Pubs In Bath

Best Pubs in Bath: Uncover the City's Hidden Gems!

There is a great selection of Bath pubs to choose from. Whether you're looking for a lively bar, a place to watch live sports or simply a relaxing beer garden, you'll be spoilt for choice.

The pub is a Great British institution and has existed since the late 17^th century when the term ‘public house’ was introduced to differentiate people’s privates homes that were literally opened to the public as alehouses, inns and taverns.

Indeed the concept of opening your own house to act as an inn had just about entirely ended by the 19^th century and since then the pub has firmly become a community hub; across the smallest of hamlets and largest of cities all around the country, and, the world.

Samuel Pepys described the pub as “the heart of England” back in his 17^th century diaries, and that sentiment definitely still exists today.

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Bath's Beautiful Pubs

Bath is perhaps best personified by its elegant, honey-coloured Georgian architecture that adorns its city centre, appearing as if it could have been lifted straight from a Jane Austen novel.

A compact city that can be easily explored in whole on foot, the spa waters and ancient Roman baths remain a draw for tourists – you’ll find the only natural thermal hot springs in Britain here that can still be bathed in!

When not stopping to find a new destination to eat or drink, visitors can immerse themselves in the city’s collection of galleries and museums, shop the myriad of independent stores and enjoy year-round festivals, theatre events and gigs.

All Types of Pubs in Bath

The spa city of Bath is rich with history and this includes some of its beautiful pubs! Indeed some of the best pubs in Bath are some of the oldest and there’s something for everyone: from quaint country thatched pubs in the surrounding villages to newer purpose-built bars in the city centre.

From sports bars with friendly serving staff to family pubs with traditional menus and cocktail bars boasting expert mixologists, there’s something for everyone in the Bath pub scene.

Whether you’re looking for a quiet drink in a corner with a crossword, a few pints in front of a match or a full party, you’ll find something suitable in the city; so read on for our guide to the best pubs in Bath and a few details on each.

The Best Old Pubs in Bath

Visitors to Bath will quickly realize that the city boasts a vast heritage, with its history still visibly marked on its streets, even firmly into the 21st century.

Frequently described as the most beautiful city in the UK, Bath presents a whole host of opportunities to indulge yourself in the aesthetics and feeling of yesteryear, and lots of the best pubs in Bath can offer exactly this as a result of their age.

The Garrick’s Head

The Garrick’s Head is a city centre pub and thedining room was once the home of 18^th century fashion leader and Master of Ceremonies for Bath, Beau Nash.

A grand building with stately proportions, its adorned with colourful flowers outside and being situated next to the city’s Theatre Royal always attracts an interesting crowd.

Open 7 days a week from noon onwards, the pub serves drinks, lunch and dinner indoors and outdoors on the terrace year-round.

The Garrick’s Head’s house ale can be enjoyed from hand pumps or taken away and is brewed by Danish master brewer Stig Anker Andersen, and is served alongside a whole host of draught ale and cider, a comprehensive wines and spirits list and over 50 whiskies.

The menus are bursting with fresh and seasonal ingredients and puts a contemporary spin on the British pub classics we all love.

Most of their suppliers are local and there’s a specific pre-theatre menu for those nipping in before a show next door. Everything is made from scratch; even the ice cream!

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The Star Inn

The Star Inn is firmly crowned the best pub in Bath by those who adore the simplicity of a quiet drink in a traditional setting: as you’ll find no music, no pool table, no food and no games machine in this building.

Founded in 1759 (or at least, first licensed then!), The Star Inn is one of only two pubs in Bath to make the main listings in the Good Pub Guide and is described by the judges of the rankings as “giving a strong sense of the past. With no machines or music, chat’s the thing here – or perhaps cribbage, dominoes and shove halfpenny”.

Also a brewery tap, The Star Inn boasts the title of the only one in the city and serves the freshest of beers from Abbey Ales Ltd. After grave concerns this historic venue would face closure, Alan Morgan, the brewery’s Managing Director, intervened and ensured the safe future of the pub.

Don’t bypass The Star Inn for one of its grander-looking neighbours: the building is considerably older than most and still retains lots of quirky features from days long gone by.

Check out the smaller bar of the two… and sneak a peek at the ledge above the wall panelling, where you’ll still find snuff in tins!

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The Old Green Tree

The Old Green Tree is another traditional pub and proves that the best things come in small packages. Just three rooms exist in the pub with old school oak panelling and low ceilings including a comfortable lounge decorated with wartime aircraft pictures and memorabilia through the winter months and local artists’ work through spring and summer.

Half a dozen beers are available through hand pump, a selection of wines available by the glass, a local farm cider on draught and an impressive 26 malt whiskies!

If you’re looking for the local best pub food, Bath’s Old Green Tree is a great place for simple lunchtime pub fare. The menu includes generously portioned doorstop sandwiches, soup, pate, fish and chips, burgers, ploughmans and sausages and mash.

It’s to be noted that the Old Green Tree is not dog friendly and does permit children at any time of the day.

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The Ale House

The Ale House is another tiny traditional pub in the city, found on York Street – perfectly located for those travelling in or out of Bath by train from the central station.

As you enter you’ll find a single room with a bar but a downstairs area also opens in the evenings as crowds grow.

The basement room is a converted cellar space and remains fairly traditional, so if you’re after real ale or to pay by card, you’ll need to nip upstairs and carry your drinks back down.

The downstairs is not wheelchair accessible and the men’s loos are down a few steps, so those with mobility issues may struggle here.

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The Sam Wellers

The Sam Wellers is a fairly new opening in the city but considered a strong contender for best pub food in Bath.

The new owners have completely revamped the interior, featuring a dark blue colour palette, cast iron tables, traditional pub stools, velvet banquette seating, and modern art pieces across the walls.

Punters can bring in takeaway food from local establishments to enjoy with a drink, or you can order from the in-house menu.

The food options here may not be the most varied, but those on the menu are beautifully crafted. This includes parmos (breaded pork cutlets with bechamel and cheese topping), with veggie options and varied topping choices like Hawaiian-style ham and pineapple, nduja, and chilli and honey.

Food, sold in paper bags rather than as haute cuisine, makes for the ideal accompaniment with a cold pint or for taking across the road to the rugby as a pre-match snack.

The Sam Wellers is the second venue of Max Halley’s parmo restaurant brand but retains its old school pub charm and remains unpretentious.

The Sam Wellers is less than a five minutes’ walk from Bath Rugby… but a bit quicker when you’re fuelled by their great snacks!

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The Raven

The Raven is another old English pub where visitors can enjoy hearty pies and sausage dishes complemented with a selection of local real ales, ciders and wines.

Located bang in the city centre, the staff and customers are as friendly as a family and offer a warm welcome to all. There’s no pretension in this pub and the team take pride in simple, high quality products and service.

The Raven’s history is rich and well-traced, with the first reference to the site being on a map dated 1735.

The Georgians then built cellars at ground level and created streets above them to avoid the hassle of digging. One of the first businesses to move into one of the areas that the building covers today was Charles Wright, ‘Wine Merchant to the Royal Family’, so the alcohol business has been here for many years.

By the 1880s the building was definitely a pub (and spirit vaults) and in 1895 the license changed hands to Fuller’s. It changed hands a few times since and gained its full license in 1955. A full history of the pub can be found on its website.

The Raven remains an independent pub free of brewery ownership. It offers free WiFi, is open to children 14+ and only permits assistance dogs.

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The Griffin Inn

The Griffin Inn captures the essence of British pubs in Bath, making it an inviting spot for locals and tourists alike to unwind and enjoy the city's pub culture.

This Georgian Inn has been trading for nearly 300 years and we can see why it's still a firm favourite!

The Inn manages to strike the tricky balance between modern and fresh while still maintaining bags of period character and a welcoming home from home type charm.

Choose from their wide selection of local ales and classic pub fare and settle down for a few hours.

Whether enjoying a few pints by the fireplace or savouring one of their delicious burgers, stag and hen parties receive a warm welcome at this venue.

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Hall and Woodhouse

Hall and Woodhouse is one of our favourite summer pubs in Bath. The rooftop terrace is absolute bliss on a sunny day.

Sit overlooking the rooftops of one of the most beautiful cities in the UK while enjoying an ice cold beer or wine spritzer. The inside is pretty stunning too with double height ceilings, plenty of seating and a buzzing atmosphere.

It might not be as historic as some of the other quaint pubs in the city but the owners have really hit a great formula that makes it one of the best group pubs around. Don't forget to check out their menu, full of modern pub classics and more.

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The Best Rugby Pubs in Bath

Bath is very much a rugby city, with Bath Rugby going from strength to strength and even playing in the European leagues. Consequently, many of Bath's best pubs show rugby instead of football and attract both players and fans.

Whether you’re looking for a pre- or post- match pub crawl or just a couple of bevs while watching the match on a big screen, Bath’s rugby pubs have you covered.

Bath Brew House

Since 2013, the Bath Brew House, a new contender for the crown of the best pub in Bath, boasts a large, colorful beer garden with bright seating, strategically-placed TV screens, and outdoor heaters.

A strong contender for the best pub food in Bath, The Brew House’s menu varies for indoor and outdoor areas and includes burgers, steaks and good old fish-and-chips.

The on-site brewery is constantly churning out new beers supervised by Head Brewer Max, with a seasonal variety complementing their two signature cask beers; Emperor and Gladiator.

The Bath Brew House is about half a mile from the Bath Recreation Ground, which is about 10 minutes depending on just how many of their beverages you’ve sampled!

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The Saracen’s Head

The Saracen’s Head, run by Greene King, is a family-friendly pub with Sky Sports and BT Sports for plenty of sport spectatorship.

A big beer garden and pool table make this pub popular with all and the traditional pub grub menu offers something for everyone. The Saracen’s Head is fully accessible with disabled facilities and is less than a 5 minutes’ walk from Bath Rugby.

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The Boater

Another brewery pub considered one of the best pubs in Bath is The Boater, run by Fuller’s. Boasting four bars, three dining rooms and the city’s biggest beer garden, this pub looks out over the river next to Pultney Bridge and so offers some spectacular views of the river all year round.

Cask ales and craft beers compete for popularity on the vast drinks menu, and a sandwich menu, a la carte menu, children’s menu and Sunday roast menu offer a myriad of culinary options.

Just 150 yards from Bath Rugby, The Boater is ideally situated for stumbling into on your way to or from a match!

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The Cork

The Cork is a music pub in the heart of the city centre with two bars, two vaulted party pod booths, a conservatory area and large al-fresco terrace.

One of the best pubs in Bath to visit for socialising, the interiors are warm and cosy and the screens show live sport year-round.

If you’re really in the mood for a party, there are private karaoke pod rooms loaded with TVs and sing-along systems accommodating up to 12 people.

The food menu here is varied with traditional ‘pub grub’ style classic dishes and the drinks list includes real ales, ciders, craft beers, wines, cocktails, whiskies and spirits; all accommodate by Cask Marque.

The Cork is less than 10 minutes’ walk from the Bath Recreation Ground.

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The Pig and Fiddle

The new look interior of The Pig and Fiddle, an iconic city centre pub, was recently refurbished. Family friendly and dog friendly, the pub shows regular live sport (primarily rugby, but other sports too), and all-day food.

The food menu is described as ‘piggy twists on pub classics’ and a hearty Sunday roast menu caters for all.

Behind the bar sits a myriad of craft beers, cask ales and creative cocktails; and the courtyard beer garden is the perfect place to eat and drink throughout the warmer months.

The Pig and Fiddle’s sister venue is a boutique hotel with 11 rooms also in the city centre and so there’s a great place to stay nearby. The Pig and Fiddle is just over a five minute walk from Bath Rugby.

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All Bar One Bath

All Bar One Bath is the city’s branch of this high street cocktail chain but shows live sport year round and is a firm favourite with rugby fans as its less than a five minute walk to the ground!

Open from morning coffee through to weekend cocktails, there’s also beers, ciders and wines on the menu as well as a tapas menu idea for grazing.

Bottomless brunch packages start at £30 per head and this offer has certainly cemented All Bar One’s reputation as one of the venues for the best pub food in Bath!

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Afternoon Tea’s In Bath

Afternoon Tea in Bath: A Luxurious Escape!

Afternoon Tea is a beautiful British tradition and with the reputation of being a bit of a ‘girly’ activity, it’s fast becoming a favourite for hen parties to indulge in across an afternoon before they take part in some more traditional (and well, perhaps, rowdier!) hen party activities in the evening!

This makes a Bath afternoon tea the perfect activity to invite older, shyer or less active wedding guests to. You can include everyone in different parts of your day and accommodate everyone.

Bath is the UK’s most famous spa city, and so a popular destination for hens, so it’s easy to find beauty, health and wellbeing treatments there, but what about afternoon tea in Bath? Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered.

This is our guide to ‘taking tea’ in Bath and what you can expect to find in Somerset’s largest city. Let’s call it Bath-ternoon Tea!

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A Hen Do Afternoon Tea in Bath

Bath is the largest city in the county of Somerset, but by all accounts, its not a huge place. Fear not though: there are still plenty of places to enjoy afternoon tea in Bath and even in venues nestled amongst other hen-related activities.

Bath is still very popular with tourists from all over the world, and the locals extend fantastic hospitality to all.

Bath afternoon tea service hours varies dependent on venue, but as a rough guide you can expect to be able to enjoy it from 12:30-4pm at most places. You’ll need to book in advance, particularly for large groups and to cater for dietary requirements.

The best time of year to take afternoon tea is usually between May-September, in order to avoid any inclement weather and the hordes of tourists that descend on the city for Christmas and then January sales season.

Types of Afternoon Teas on offer in Bath

Because of the hospitality culture the city offers, you’ll find plenty of venues offering afternoon tea in Bath. There’s something to cover most budgets, types of hen party and appetite.

As with most larger cities, you shouldn’t have any problems finding vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or other dietary requirement options for Bath afternoon tea, but we would recommend booking in advance and letting the venue know – so that they can get creative with your sandwiches and cakes!

Our Top 5 Places to Visit for an Afternoon Tea in Bath

It’s true: there’s so many great options for Bath afternoon tea, we’ve got five top picks rather than our usual three!

There are many traditional Bath afternoon tea options as well as some offering twists on tradition, so read on for more info on what’s available to find the right afternoon tea for your party.

Here’s the lowdown on our sandwich-cake-and-lots-of-tea favourites…

Bath Pump Rooms

Afternoon tea in Bath Pump Rooms is perhaps the most elegant and traditional that you’ll find in the city – quintessentially British, very high class and of the utmost quality.

Prices start at £38.50 per head, and you’ll find a range of options including champagne high tea and cream tea available.

Enjoying afternoon tea at the Bath Pump Rooms is an unforgettable experience and a great opportunity to dress up!

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The Bath Priory

The Bath Priory is a notable hotel just a short stroll from Bath city centre and remains family-run, even having won many awards and gained popularity and notoriety with travel publications throughout.

Specialising in incorporating local ingredients into their afternoon tea menus, the Bath Priory offer a variety of options including seasonal and themed teas throughout the year.

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Bath Royal Crescent Hotel

Afternoon tea at the Bath Royal Crescent is best experienced outdoors in the hotel's beautiful English gardens, so it's advisable to book during the summer months to fully enjoy the setting.

Afternoon tea at the Bath Royal Crescent is a perfect choice for true tea enthusiasts. Their tea selection, exclusively supplied by Ronnefeldt, is crafted using local ingredients sourced from around the world

Add sparkle with some champagne but don’t feel like it’s too formal – children are welcome and they have their own afternoon tea menu to choose from too!

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Regency Tea Rooms

The Regency Tea Rooms injects a bit of culture into your sarnies and cakes, as it’s situated directly above the Jane Austen Centre exhibition.

A traditional tea rooms without too many frills, it makes a great afternoon tea for those looking perhaps to not dress up too formally or spend too much money. Staff are uniformed in period dress and always on hand to offer fantastic service.

They don’t normally take bookings in July or August, as there’s a festival on downstairs, so if you’re looking to host your hen party then, get in touch with them as early as possible.

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Comptoir and Cuisine

Comptoir and Cuisine, a bistro located in the city center, consistently earns high praise from food enthusiasts for serving exceptionally beautiful food and drink.

A very non-traditional Bath afternoon tea, you can enjoy sampling sandwiches, scones, cakes and teas in a deli-style restaurant. It’s not the cheapest afternoon tea in the city but it’s worth trying: for the £48pp, you’ll get two glasses of crisp cold champagne, two teas, six cheeses with bread, fruits and jams, four macarons, two biscuits roses de reine and two salted caramel canelé!

And of course, if that doesn’t fill you up, you can then shop for takeaway items from the vast delicatessen of expertly sourced food and drinks… perfect if you’re staying in a nearby hotel or lodge and may need some snacks later on.

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The Mad Hatter's Tea Party

For a magical Bath afternoon tea experience, venture down to Alice's Wonderland at The Mad Hatter's Tea Party!

This small, independent cafe pays attention to every little detail from the china to the cut of the sandwiches.

Spot the playing card seats and Cheshire Cat hidden in the corner and enjoy a truly delicious selection of handmade sandwiches, the lightest Victoria sponge cake and towers of warm scones.

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The Bird Bath

The Bird Bath Hotel and their neighborhood restaurant offers a truly sumptuous afternoon tea.

The decor of this boutique hotel is unique, modern, and beautiful. Soak it all up with some delicious brioche buns and finger sandwiches and a glass of sparkling champagne.

You must try the macarons to believe how good they are; they are our pièce de résistance!

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The Perfect Bath Afternoon Tea

Afternoon tea in Bath comes in many shapes and sizes, so you can be sure to find the right fit for your hen party. Indulge and enjoy, and if you like, incorporate it into a whole weekend of plans.

There’s scope for everyone and everything in the spa city, so your hen can be treated to a trip she’ll never forget!

Bath’s Best Sunday Roasts – Our guide to the best Bath Roasts

Bath's Best Sunday Roasts - Our Guide To The Best Bath Sunday Roasts

If you’re looking for somewhere special to go with family and friends, feeling a bit fragile after a heavy night on the tiles or just want to have an easy day at the weekend, a Bath Sunday roast is always a winner.

A Bath Sunday roast is also the perfect activity if you are organising a Bath stag weekend or Bath hen weekend to perk everyone up before they head home.

The Sunday roast is held in such high esteem and seems to be the one meal that people are very particular about so an average one just won’t cut it.

From debates of whose Nan makes the best Yorkshire puddings to the politics of accompaniments and how well done meat should be, everyone seems to have an opinion.

Why not take the pressure off and leave the work to some of Bath’s finest. With a range of different pubs and restaurants I think we might have something here for everyone, whether you like a traditional Bath roast with all the trimmings or are in the market for a more contemporary twist on your meat and three veg

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Here Is Our Guide To Bath's Best Sunday Roasts

The Chequers, 50 Rivers St, Bath BA1 2QA

The Chequers is no newcomer to the scene, with its proud history dating back to 1776.

As the 2015 and 2017 winner of the Bath Good Food Award for Sunday lunch, this cosy, welcoming restaurant has the perfect balance of fine dining and relaxed atmosphere.

With a gastropub and fine dining restaurant sourcing local seasonal produce and a good range local bevvies, The Chequers has it all. If sharing is your thing, they also do an amazing looking sharing roast for two.

The King William, 36 Thomas Street Bath BA1 5NN

This grade 2 listed Georgian building, like The Chequers, has a relaxed pub downstairs and upstairs dining rooms for a more formal and intimate setting.

Seasonal and local food and drink make up the daily changing menu with a selection of real ales from small local microbreweries. Sounds like a perfect recipe for a Bath Sunday roast.

Marlborough Tavern, 35 Marlborough Buildings, Bath BA1 2LY

Do you take the dog for a walk or relax in front of an open fire or in a sunny garden and enjoy a top class Sunday roast in Bath? Why not do both?

The Marlborough Tavern not only produces fine food but is dog and family friendly and being located near Victoria Park everyone is in for a great day.

The Pulteney Arms, 37 Daniel Street, Bath, BA2 6ND

Whether you’re in front of the log burner on a cold Winters day or sat in the courtyard in the Summer, The family run Pulteney Arms is in a beautiful setting and a great location to walk the Bath Skyline.

They are ale drinker friendly featuring in the CAMRA Good Beer Guide and are dog friendly too. Who sees the making of a perfect Sunday?!

Victoria Pub And Kitchen, Upper Bristol Road, Bath, BA1 3AT

A pub with plenty of outdoor space for those sunny Sunday roasts in Bath but a bright, airy spacious inside area too for those colder days. The Victoria Pub as the name suggests overlooks Victoria Park for a bit of a post lunch wander.

GPT Smokehouse, 44-45 Lower Bristol Road, Bath, BA2 3BD

If you like your meat cooked low and slow at an award winning restaurant

With high quality locally sourced ingredients cooked over a hickory wood fire smoker these two brothers have been awarded the Bath Good Food Award Best Sunday Lunch 2014 and were highly commended in 2015.

Bath Sunday Roast Pub Choice

Whatever floats your boat when it comes to a Bath Sunday roast, as long as you’re looking for high quality grub, these pubs and restaurants will not disappoint.

With great fresh, local produce being the order of the day, you can enjoy a top notch Sunday roast in Bath and explore what the city has to offer with family, friends and dogs too.

Bristol’s Best Sunday Roasts

Bristol Best Sunday Roast Guide

It’s hard to beat the iconic Sunday roast while away your Stag or Hen weekend. You’re feeling a little fragile after a big night on the Saturday, you want to catch up with friends or family, you need refuelling after a hearty walk in the countryside, what’s the answer? It’s always going to be a Sunday roast and Sunday roasts in Bristol are some of the best.

When you’re up against everyone’s mum’s who make the best roast ever or Auntie Mavis who’s roast tatties are legendary, it can be a hard act to follow but we think the Bristol Good Food Awards shortlist always has some great contenders. Voted for by the people of Bristol and judged by food experts, the awards ceremony is at the end of February every year.

Time to get sampling what some of the past nominees have to offer so you can find your award winner too. If you’re not local to Bristol we’ve got you covered too as there’s Somerset cottage accommodation for you to make a break of it and sample Sunday roasts in Bristol.

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Best Sunday Roast In Bristol

Here is our run down of the best Sunday roasts in town. Get those taste buds watering and read on to discover where to book your next slap up dinner!

The Bank Tavern, 8 John Street, Bristol, BS1 2HR

So for the ultimate Bristol Sunday roast let’s start with the highly commended in 2015, The Bank Tavern.

An unassuming traditional pub tucked away in the city centre serving traditional and more contemporary dishes and most importantly, an amazing roast. All you need to go with it is some award winning ales and cider and yes, you’ve got it, they can provide that too.

Broken Dock, Millennium Promenade, Bristol, BS1 5SY

Broken Dock is a relative newcomer to the Bristol Sunday roast scene as they reopened in May 2017 with new everything; new name, staff and menus. If you’re going to open a restaurant, bagging a Bristol Good Food nomination within your first year is a great way to do it.

Browns, 38 Queens Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1RE

Browns definitely have the first impressions covered. You can’t help but appreciate the sense of grandeur as you walk up the steps towards the building which was modelled on the Doge’s Palace in Venice.

As you might imagine, the inside of the building doesn’t disappoint wither and is a stunning location to enjoy your Bristol Sunday roast.

Cowshed, 44-46 Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 2NH

Although Cowshed is renowned for meat, their focus is fresh, locally sourced, seasonal produce. With big tables, this would be an ideal place to go with a group of friends or family for a Sunday roast in Bristol. They were highly commended for their Sunday roast in 2012

Nettle & Rye, 16 Kings Road, Bristol, BS8 4AB

If you find yourself in Clifton on a Sunday lunchtime, Nettle and Rye might be the place for you. With a sun trap outsides and a relaxed feel inside, maybe it’s time to take advice from the Bristol Good Food Award and visit this 2016 highly commended eatery.

Rose Of Denmark, 6 Dowry Place, Bristol, BS8 4QL

For a traditional roast of good portions, The Rose of Denmark is a great shout. Being close to the harbourside, you’re in the right place to go for a walk after your Sunday roast. No stranger to the Bristol Good Food award best Sunday lunch, The Rose of Denmark was highly commended in 2013 and 2014.

Victoria Park, 66 Raymend Rd, Bristol BS3 4QW ·

Yurt Lush, Clock Tower Yard, Temple Meads, BS1 6QH

I bet you’ve been thinking that the list feels incomplete, like I’ve forgotten a classic major category in the Bristol Sunday roast eateries. We’ve covered restaurants and pubs but that’s it, no mention of Mongolian yurts, well here it is.

Nestled in next to Temple Meads, Yurt Lush has the wow factor and is a great place if you are looking for something a bit different to impress people. It definitely isn’t just a place to go for the novelty factor as the fresh flavours and sustainably sourced ingredients speak for themselves, so does the Bristol Good Food Award for the best Sunday roast for 2016.

Best Pubs for Bristol Sunday Roast

Bristol is at the forefront of exquisite cuisine and as these nominees demonstrate, there is great variety and something for everyone, everyone who appreciates amazing Sunday roasts in Bristol that is.

Whether you live in Bristol or are visiting for the weekend, these contenders for the Bristol Good Food Award for the best Sunday roast are well spread around the city so there’s no excuse to not see what they have to offer. If so much talk of Sunday roasts in Bristol has piqued your interest but you’re not lucky enough to live in the area, why not book a weekend with friends at Bristol group accommodation and get sampling.

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