The best beer gardens in Bristol
Beer gardens are pretty great, and if you're in Bristol, by the sea, and the sun's beaming, you're gonna want to find yourself in one, so we want to let you in on our favourites, so scroll down and check them out!
Skiddle Staff
Date published: 14th Jul 2022
Looking for a place to sink a cider in the South West sun? Well, where better to do so than bristol. Whether you're taking a break from seeing a Banksy, want a place to stop off before a late-night rave, or your day drinking session needs a new destination, we've got you covered!
From boozing on a boat to scenic Suspension Bridge views, bevs with bingo to rooftop cocktails with the girlies, Bristol has some gert lush gardens for you and your pals to drink the night away in. So have a scroll down and start planning your next Brizzle-based bender!
Image: Lost Horizon on Facebook
When: Open 5pm - 2am Friday, 12pm - 2am Saturday, 12pm - 11pm Sunday, closed rest of week.
Where: 1-3 Elton St, St Jude's, Bristol BS2 9EH
From the team behind the iconic Glastonbury stage Shangri-La comes this top-notch outdoor space that promises to be an inclusive space combining art, music, food and drink. It truly lives up to its mantle, and the events put on in this beer garden space not only include a bevvy or two but also family dancing, an art session aptly named ShangrilArt, as well street food trucks and endless good times, if you're after a Bristol beer garden with a bit more about it, then here's your spot.
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Image: Propyard on Facebook
When: Open 5pm - 11pm Thursday and Friday, 12pm - 11pm Saturdays, Closed rest of week
Where: 39-46 Feeder Rd, Bristol BS2 0SE
Propyard follows one of the key things that modern Bristol is built on, the exposure and celebration of creativity and creatives. Wats even cooler is that the venue was built in an old MOD torpedo factory! But, it's what is on offer here that makes it one of the best beer gardens in Bristol, from food trucks to a variety of craft beers, events and family days out, the space is inclusive and incredible, and if you're planning a trip to Bristol, its gotta be on your list.
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Image: The Loco Klub on Facebook
When: 10am - 5pm Tuesday to Thursday, 6pm - 3am Friday and Saturday, closed rest of the week.
Where: Clock Tower Yd, Under stone archway, Bristol BS1 6QH
Now, whilst many may have spent a night boogying in the basement arches of The Loco Klub, some may not realise that the unique space has an exceptional beer garden that holds a variety of events in itself. Acting as the garden for the on-site pub that's open during the week, the garden acts as the ideal spot to grab a drink in the sun whilst waiting for a gig/event, or even (due to being incredibly close to Bristol Temple Meads station) a pint whilst waiting for your train. Bristol beer gardens rarely have a club as amazing attached to them, so it's worth voting for the night that will subsequently follow a few bevs here.
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Image: The Grain Barge on Facebook
When: 12pm - 11:30pm weekdays, opens at 10am weekends.
Where: Hotwell Rd, Bristol BS8 4RU
Pint on a boat anyone? Well, The Grain Barge has you covered. Docked opposite the marina, this 1930s transport boat has transformed itself into one of the coolest places to booze with the boys in the whole city. With some of the best views of Bristol harbour and the iconic ss Great Britain, the boat serves up fresh, local dishes alongside some tongue-tingling craft beers, ciders, and wines. Not only this but the unique venue regularly hosts live music and comedy below deck. So are you ready to set sail (kind of) into the realms of a night you can only half remember, well few Bristol beer gardens do it like the Grain Barge.
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Image: The Old Market Assembly on Facebook
When: Opening times vary, check their website for details
Where: 25 West St, Bristol BS2 0DF
Now, this rooftop terrace provides one of the best views of the Bristolian sunset in the city centre. Found on top of an old bank, now reformed into one of the city's seminal places for some scran and a pint, The Old Market Assembly boasts a top range of dishes alongside loads of locally brewed beers, and when the suns out, it's hard to fault a night atop their roof on the terrace. The crowd always brings a great vibe, plus with a commitment to being sustainable, Ethical, Local, and inclusive, you'll never feel left out.
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Image: Hotel du Vin on Facebook
When: 12pm - 10pm everyday
Where: Avon Gorge Hotel, Sion Hill, Clifton, Bristol BS8 4LD
The best views in the city you ask? Look no further than the garden of the White Lion Inn. The panoramic views of the world-famous Clifton Suspension Bridge and the hills of Somerset are cracking alongside a South-West cider. With so much room for the lucky punters that get to spend a night here, we can't think of many better Bristol beer gardens for a chilled atmosphere. So whether you're looking for a more relaxed one with your mates, you fancy a date with a view, or you're just looking for a nice night with the family, we cant recommend the White Lion enough.
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Image: Lakota Gardens on Facebook
When: Open when events are on!
Where: Backfields, St Paul's, Bristol BS2 8QP
Now, whilst this isn't a beer garden that is open all the time (it's mainly ticketed events), if you can get down to one of the incredible events that they hold here, you won't regret it. Formerly the Stokes Croft beer Garden, this space hosts a 50-table garden that runs Tuesday - Sunday every week. With a varied event list including music, comedy, circus, cinema, and live football, you can visit here so many times and have a completely different experience. So whilst this beer garden is ticketed, for pure vibes and fun when you are there, it has to be included on any list of best beer gardens in Bristol.
Find tickets for events at Lakota Gardens - here
Image: King Street Brew House on Facebook
When: 12pm - 12am Monday to Thursday, 12pm - 1am Fridays, 11am - 1am Saturdays, 12pm - 10:30pm Sundays
Where: 13 Welsh Back, Bristol BS1 4RR
An absolute icon of the Bristol beer garden scene, The King Street Brew Hosue takes no prisoners with the size of its garden (just don't expect any grass.) The part brewery, part pub, takes up nearly the entirety of the cobbled street in front of it, and when the sun's shining, the atmosphere here booms with drunken ramblings and mates laughing (albeit with a farmer twang.) Not only are the vibes great, but the beer on show is no joke, with lots brewed in-house, and a conveyor belt of new crafts you'll be hard pressed to find anywhere with a better selection. So get yourself down here for your next sunny booze, you won't regret it.
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Image: Bingo Lingo on Facebook
When: Whenever the Bingo's on!
Where: 74-78 Avon St, Bristol BS2 0PX
now, again, we may be cheating a little here. The garden attached to Bristols' famous Motion Club is usually reserved for smokers and those looking for a breather mid-sesh, but, when Bingo Lingo comes to town from time to time, it transforms into an incredible garden lined with tables for the booziest bingo session of your lives. Seriously, you will have so much fun at these events that you may even ask Nana if you can come and join her next time (don't be too disappointed when she doesn't down a thatchers.)
So, whilst not open all the time, the Bingo Lingo beer garden nights here are one of the best laughs you'll have on here, and, whilst it is cheating a bit, these nights deserve a spot on this list.
Find tickets for events at Motion - here
Image: Tobacco Factory on Facebook
When: 10am - 11pm Sunday to Thursday, 10am - 12am Friday and Saturday
Where: Raleigh Rd, Southville, Bristol BS3 1TF
Finally, how could any list of this sort be done without the inclusion of the Tobacco Factory? Located in an old Tobacco Factory (shock horror) this vibrant venue offers a range of vegetarian and vegan food and drink, most of which are brewed and sourced locally. Alongside the large, industrial-style space of the main bar is the outside yard that transforms the venue in the warmer months.
It hosts a variety of events throughout the summer too, as well as a local market every Sunday, and the increasingly popular Factoberfest beer festival in mid-September each year. It's one of the most diverse Bristol Beer Gardens and is a must-visit when you're in the city.
Find tickets for events at Tobacco Factory - here
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Check out our What's On Guide to discover even more rowdy raves and sweaty gigs taking place over the coming weeks and months. For festivals, lifestyle events and more, head on over to our Things To Do page or be inspired by the event selections on our Inspire Me page.
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