Pub Club
The Bear at Hotwells
A proper Hotwells local with a beer garden, pool table, and cheap pints
The Bear is a traditional locals’ pub on Hotwell Road, with well-kept ales, friendly staff, and a welcoming community feel. There’s a pool table, sports on Sky, wine, and a dog-friendly bar.
261 Hotwell Rd, Hotwells, Bristol BS8 4SF
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Inside
A proper local with a friendly welcome
The Bear has the easygoing feel of a pub people return to, with regulars, affable company, and staff who make visitors feel at home. Choose from well-kept ales, wine, and notably good-value pints, with a pool table and Sky Sports adding to the classic pub setup.
The garden
Outdoor space for pints with the dog
The beer garden gives this Hotwells pub room to stretch out beyond the bar. Dogs are welcome, and the garden is a useful spot for settling in with a drink when the weather allows.
Come for
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The beer garden — outdoor space for drinks and dog-friendly visits
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The pool table — a classic pub extra for a casual game
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Well-kept ales — including a local Thatchers enjoyed by visitors
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Good-value pints — one of the reasons locals rate this traditional pub
Today · 12:00–11pm
- Monday
- 12:00–11pm
- Tuesday
- 12:00–11pm
- Wednesday
- 12:00–11pm
- Thursday
- 12:00–11pm
- Friday
- 12:00–11pm
- Saturday
- 12:00–11pm
- Sunday
- 12:00–11pm
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