A historic pub on Gloucester Road in Bristol is set to reopen as a “stubbornly independent” venture.

The GRAK is planning to open in what previously Gloucester Road Ale House & Kitchen on Wednesday, May 14.

It comes after the pub, also previously known The Foresters, was put up for let earlier this year following closure.

According to the The GRAK, it will be a “real pub”, “proudly only serving locally sourced beers, ciders, spirits and soft drinks”.

The pub will have an event space upstairs, where it is looking to host workshops, crafts, live music, comedy, cabaret, talks/presentations and more.

It is also currently looking for an artist in residence to take over the upstairs space.

And it is looking for someone to run its kitchen space.

Historic Bristol pub on Gloucester Road set to reopen as 'stubbornly independent' venture - here's when