Bristol pubs: The 13 snuggly pubs with toasty real fires for chilly autumn days

By Charlie Watts

Published 21st Oct 2024, 16:00 GMT

As autumn settles over Bristol, locals are on the lookout for the perfect refuge from the chill.

The city boasts a selection of pubs with inviting real fireplaces, ideal for cosy gatherings with friends.

With hearty meals and warming drinks available, these venues provide an inviting atmosphere to relax and unwind.

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Here are 13 pubs in and around Bristol with real fireplaces for those cosy autumn days:

'The cosy real fire at the Cross Guns, which attracts walkers, cyclists and tourists'

1. Cross Guns, Avoncliff

'The cosy real fire at the Cross Guns, which attracts walkers, cyclists and tourists' | BristolWorld

'Full of regulars, there are always three West Country ales on tap, a crackling real fire in winter and plenty of TV screens showing live sport, particularly the rugby'

2. The Mouse, Westbury-on-Trym

'Full of regulars, there are always three West Country ales on tap, a crackling real fire in winter and plenty of TV screens showing live sport, particularly the rugby' | BristolWorld

'The Midland Spinner at Warmley has a beer garden, a real log fire and a large range of ciders'

3. The Midland Spinner, Warmley

'The Midland Spinner at Warmley has a beer garden, a real log fire and a large range of ciders' | BristolWorld

'The Dark Horse has a country village pub feel as soon as you walk in, especially with the real fire next to the low leather sofas'

4. The Dark Horse, Redfield

'The Dark Horse has a country village pub feel as soon as you walk in, especially with the real fire next to the low leather sofas' | BristolWorld

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