Historic pubs · South West England
The Volunteer Tavern
In or near Bristol.
The Volunteer Tavern in Wales South, United Kingdom.
Derek Harper — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Bristol Temple Meads · 1.0 km
About
The Volunteer Tavern is a historic pub in Wales South, United Kingdom. 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 Volunteer Tavern is a pub located in the South Wales region, specifically in the unparished area of Bristol, City of. It is situated within the Severn Estuary SSSI, an area of special scientific interest. Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, serving drinks and possibly light refreshments. The location offers a unique setting, given its proximity to the designated site, which is known for its ecological significance.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4576, -2.5820
- District
- Bristol, City of
- Parish
- Bristol, City of, unparished area
- Postcode
- BS2 9DX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bristol East
- Nearest railway station
- Bristol Temple Meads — 1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26482554 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Volunteer Tavern?
- The Volunteer Tavern is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode BS2 9DX), in the parish of Bristol, City of, unparished area.
- What is The Volunteer Tavern?
- The Volunteer Tavern in Wales South, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Volunteer Tavern?
- The nearest railway station is Bristol Temple Meads, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode BS2 9DX.
- Is The Volunteer Tavern a protected site?
- Yes — The Volunteer Tavern is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to The Volunteer Tavern?
- The nearest railway station is Bristol Temple Meads, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BS2 9DX.