Beeses Riverside Bar, Bristol - pub details
Address: Wyndham Crescent, Bristol, Bristol, BS4 4SX [map] [gmap]
Tel: 0871 951 1000 (ref 38855) - calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras
Lawrence Hill (1.9 miles), Bristol Temple Meads (2.2 miles), Stapleton Road (2.4 miles)
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> Current user rating: 7.0/10 (rated by 5 users)
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user reviews of Beeses Riverside Bar, Bristol
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| This is an unusual pub in an idyllic spot beside the River Avon. As others have said, it can be tricky to get to down a steep lane from Brislington, although they also have their own ferry and many boat cruises from the centre stop here (which was how we arrived). The �pub� itself is an unusual building and clearly shows it�s provenance as tea rooms rather than a bar, although there is an attractive slate tiled floor. One end has a fairly unattractive uPVC ceiling, the other an all together better arched roof. A large plasma dominates this end which spoils the ambience somewhat, although fortunately this was off on our visit. Let�s face it though, most people who come here are going to sit outside and admire the views across the river, so let�s not worry too much about any lack of atmosphere in the bar. There�s good sized gardens on both sides, and a terrace with wooden decking adjacent to the bar. There were a couple of marquee�s erected on our visit to keep out any inclement weather, although these may well have been for the beer festival that was in progress. I guess they�re probably not a permanent fixture. Most people who were eating seemed to be enjoying the cream tea and scones. Obviously as it�s name suggests this is still very much a tea room, although happily one that also serves beer. There were also some decent looking burgers getting served up, although again, I�m not sure if that�s usually the case or just because the beer festival was on. The regular beers on tap in the bar were Butcombe Blond and Gem. There were also three barrels racked up behind the bar (this was not part of the festival which was in a separate tent) although the barmaid said that they only beer from them was Butcombe. So whether the other two barrels had been used up, or were more of the same, I�m not sure. Ciders were Ashton Press and the new Ashton Still, straight from a barrel. Blackthorn - 6 Sep 2010 09:16 |
| I remember the days when there was no mains electricity here. Different nowadays though. Great selection of beer, especially when there's a Beer Festival on here. On the negative side, be VERY careful if you're driving here. The track from Wyndham Crescent to Beeses' is rough and could do some damage to your car if there's not much ground clearance. TalbotHill - 1 Oct 2009 11:30 |
| Incredibaly busy on a sunny Sunday afternoon, with loads of kids around. But good quality ale available, straight form the cask, and surprisingly sppedy service considering how busy it was. The ferry will even takes bicycles across the river for 50p extra. Nice cakes. LukeD - 20 Aug 2009 11:10 |
| Interesting little place - used to be known for its cream teas, but now also serving real ale straight from the cask. Only one on when we were there - GWB's Bees Knees but in good condition and others lined up were the superb Butts Barbus Barbus, and Butcombe. Really nice garden by the river (as the name suggests!), and if walking here they will bring you over from the other side of the river via their own ferry - a charming way to arrive for a few ales.. Worth seeking out. They also have a beer festival sometime in August. Dandillus - 6 Jul 2009 15:03 |
