Must-see nightlife in Bristol

  • Mud Dock

    Bristol

    Mud Dock epitomises the laid-back charm of Bristol's harbourside. In this long attic bikes, fairy lights and a massive metal swordfish hang from the…

  • Amoeba

    Bristol

    Sixty-five craft beers, 60 cocktails (£8 to £9) and a hundred-and-something (who's counting?) spirits draw style-conscious drinkers to this chilled-out…

  • BrewDog Bristol

    Bristol

    The Bristol outlet of Britain's punk brewery draws both the just-finished work crowd and those who want to linger at the cluster of tables out front…

  • Coronation Tap

    Bristol

    As they love to tell you at the Cori, the pub is older than the Clifton Suspension Bridge. These days it's a lively spot beloved by students, with an…

  • Grain Barge

    Bristol

    This lovingly converted 1930s cargo vessel used to transport barley and wheat. Fittingly it's now used by the Bristol Beer Factory to showcase its craft…

  • Apple

    Bristol

    Around 40 varieties of cider are served on this converted barge, including raspberry, strawberry and six perries (pear cider). Best enjoyed at a table set…

  • Albion

    Bristol

    Cliftonites make a beeline for this village local for a post-work pint, drawn by the mini armchairs, log burner, a beer terrace framed by fairy lights and…

  • Highbury Vaults

    Bristol

    An endearingly traditional boozer near the university with a cosy bar, leather bench seats, at least eight real ales on tap, and a plant-framed walled…

  • Thekla

    Bristol

    Bristol's club-boat has nights for all moods: electro-punk, indie, disco and new wave, plus regular live gigs during the week. Check the website for the…

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