Historic pubs · South West England
Black Castle Public House
In or near Bristol.
Black Castle Public House in Wales South, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Bristol Temple Meads · 1.5 km
About
Black Castle Public House is a historic pub in Wales South, United Kingdom, dating from 1745. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Black Castle Public House is a pub located in South Wales, within the unparished area of Bristol (postcode BS4). Established in 1745 and designed by architect William Halfpenny, it offers a historic setting for patrons. The pub is situated near the Severn Estuary, which is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), highlighting its ecological significance. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere in a region known for its natural beauty.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4433, -2.5608
- District
- Bristol, City of
- Parish
- Bristol, City of, unparished area
- Postcode
- BS4 3BD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bristol East
- Established
- 1745
- Nearest railway station
- Bristol Temple Meads — 1.5 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q4920501 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Black Castle, Bristol (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Black Castle Public House?
- Black Castle Public House is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode BS4 3BD), in the parish of Bristol, City of, unparished area.
- What is Black Castle Public House?
- Black Castle Public House in Wales South, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Black Castle Public House?
- The nearest railway station is Bristol Temple Meads, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode BS4 3BD.
- When was Black Castle Public House built?
- Built or established in 1745. Designed by William Halfpenny.
- Is Black Castle Public House a protected site?
- Yes — Black Castle Public House is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Black Castle Public House?
- The nearest railway station is Bristol Temple Meads, about 1.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BS4 3BD.