With that sentiment in mind…. For those making a day of it, take a look at these options. Looking forward to a good game, safe trip to the traveling fans. Here are a selection of pubs near or nearish to Ashton Gate that away fans head for. As things can quickly change, would suggest that you check if away fans are welcome beforehand. The fan zone outside the ground with live music and all the cider you can drink! There is also an away bar outside the away end. If you want cider then here are three winners! The Apple is certainly one to try: https://applecider.co.uk/about/ The Apple is a cider bar on a 1930’s Dutch barge bringing traditional farmhouse ciders to the heart of Bristol. Located at the end of King Street. The Apple, which opened in 2008, has been cidering up customers ever since. The Orchard Inn https://www.orchardinn.co.uk is also worth finding. Nestled on the corner of Spike Island, the pub is situated by the Marina, just a short and pleasant walk along the Harbourside from the city centre. As one of Bristol's few remaining freehouses The Orchard stocks a range of still and sparkling ciders and prides itself on its fresh gravity poured real ales, but caters to all tastes. Hanover Place Harbourside, Bristol BS1 6XT. The Ashton, about a ten minute walk from the ground, https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink/gallery/look-inside-newly-reopened-ashton-9424241?utm_source=bristol_live_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=main_daily_newsletter&utm_content=&utm_term=&ruid=eda3a0ce-34ec-4a85-96cd-ae68727a6b80 In Clifton seek out the legendary Coronation Tap, http://thecoronationtap.com 8 Sion Place Clifton Bristol BS8 4AX, this will give you a feel for the place: https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink/legendary-bristol-cider-pub-famous-7153058 Avon Packet, 185-187 Coronation Road, Southville, Bristol, BS3 1RF. Built in 1843, with a tiled frontage added around 1900, this delightfully eccentric pub retains three of its original five rooms and many old fittings. 14 minute walk from Ashton Gate. The Ostrich, Lower Guinea Street, Redcliffe, Bristol, BS1 6TJ, https://butcombe.com/the-ostrich-pub-bristol/ ex manager Nigel Pearson’s personal favourite to see why watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnlm_DPVpng Waterfront pub offering sharing plates and homestyle mains along with good range of beers and rum. Circa half an hour walk from the ground. Bedminster Cricket Club, Clanage Road, Bristol, BS3 2JX, https://www.bedminstercc.co.uk A 12 minute walk to the ground. The Robert Fitzharding - JD Wetherspoon, 24 Cannon Street , Bedminster, Bristol BS3 1BN, https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/all-pubs/england/bristol/the-robert-fitzharding-bristol Traditional chain pub branch with a wooden bar, international comfort-food menu and deals on beer. 22 minute walk from Ashton Gate. Rose of Denmark, 6 Dowry Place, Bristol, BS8 4QL, https://www.facebook.com/roseofdenmarkbristol/ This regency townhouse pub offers a cosy atmosphere for real ales and British/Spanish food. 16 minutes walk from the stadium. Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road, Bristol, BS3 1TF, https://tobaccofactory.com Located on Southville’s bustling North Street, this Cafe Bar is a hub for great food, drink, music and art. Converted from a historic factory, once at the heart of Bristol’s industrial past, the bright, contemporary and welcoming space is a unique spot to eat and relax. 10 minutes walk away from Ashton Gate. The Orchard Inn, 12 Hanover Place, Bristol BS1 6XT, https://www.orchardinn.co.uk Unreconstructed Victorian boozer with 20+ ciders, eight cask ales and simple pub grub, plus live music. About 20 minutes walk from the ground. The Cottage Inn, Baltic Wharf, Cumberland Road, Bristol, BS1 6XG, https://butcombe.com/the-cottage-inn-bristol/ Wood-panelled Victorian inn with a harbourside terrace, serving local real ales and pub grub. Approximately a walk of 15 minutes to Ashton Gate. Portwell Tavern,1 Portwall Lane, Redcliffe, Bristol, BS1 6NB https://www.portwalltavern.co.uk Lively, airy local pub with changing cask ales and a good selection of wines, plus global dishes. A 37 minute walk away from Ashton Gate Stadium. Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia Place, Bristol, BS1 6XJ, https://www.novascotiabristol.co.uk A historic nineteenth century pub on Spike Island adjacent to the Cumberland Basin in Bristol Harbour. It was originally built as a terrace of three houses and then converted into a pub. It is a grade II listed building. A quarter of an hour walk to the ground. The Mardyke, 126 Hotwell Road, Hotwells, Bristol BS8 4UB, https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mardyke-Public-House/152373411452152 Historic community pub just across the Hotwell Road from the floating harbour. Inside is a large single bar area, with darkwood settles with high-backed shelves, plus several nooks and crannies for secluded drinking. 22 minute walk away from Ashton Gate. Pump House, Merchants Road, Hotwells, Bristol, BS8 4PZ, http://the-pumphouse.com Sophisticated British gastropub in an old Victorian pumping house with waterside seating. 18 minute walk to the ground. Knights Teplar - JD Wetherspoon, near Temple Meads train station, 1 The Square, Bristol, BS1 6DG, https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/all-pubs/england/bristol/the-knights-templar-bristol Large Wetherspoon's pub in a modern building with an all-day food menu and free WiFi. Three quarters of an hour walk from the ground. Spotted Cow, 139 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 1EZ, https://thespottedcowbristol.com Gastropub with contemporary decor and booth seating for local DJs, quizzes and open mic nights. 16 minute walk from the ground. The Hen and Chicken, 210 North Street, Southville, Bristol BS3 1JF https://www.henandchicken.com Large pub with modern vintage decor for Comedy Box gigs, live music and wood-fired pizzas. 13 minutes walk away from the ground. The Ashton, Ashton Road, Bristol, BS41 9LX, https://www.theashtonbristol.co.uk/#/ Real ales and classic pub grub in an easygoing, rustic setting, plus open fire and beer garden. 17 minute walk to the ground. The Lime Kiln, https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/pint-tucked-away-city-centre-9669969?utm_source=bristol_live_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=main_daily_newsletter&utm_content=&utm_term=&ruid=eda3a0ce-34ec-4a85-96cd-ae68727a6b80 https://maps.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x48718dd0e6f8d705:0x7055e5250f87f4b1?sa=X&ved=1t:8290&hl=en-je&ictx=111 Bristol Beer Factory Tap Room, 291 North Street, Bristol, BS3 1JP https: www.bristolbeerfactory.co.uk. The Tap Room is a utopia for beer lovers, nestled nicely at the end of North Street it’s the perfect place to enjoy a pint and a catch up. With five hand pulls rotating of all their latest brews, eight keg lines and fridges full of cans there’s always something new to try. With the brewery literally a very small stones throw away you couldn’t get fresher beer or be closer to where the magic happens. Just an 8 minute walk away from the stadium. The Old Bookshop, 65 North Street, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 1ES https://www.theoldbookshopbristol.com A friendly, comfortable and relaxing bar in the heart of North Street, Bristol. Take pride in their carefully curated drinks list offering a huge array of Beers, Cider, Natural Wine and Spirits - alongside alcohol free options. Their beer list features an array of German, Belgium and European inspired beers, which are updated on a daily basis, so there is always something new available to try and experience on every visit. 19 minutes walk from the ground. The Cornubia,142 Temple Street, Redcliffe, Bristol BS1 6EN https://thecornubia.co.uk Real ales and ciders in a small boozer with a large beer garden in former Georgian wigmaker's store. 45 minute walk to the ground. The Golden Guinea, 19 Guinea Street, Redcliffe, Bristol BS1 6SX, https://thegoldenguinea.co.uk Refurbished old pub with leather sofas, graffiti art and a terrace, staging live music and comedy. 33 minute walk to Ashton Gate. The Merchants Arms, 5 Merchants Road, Hotwells, Bristol, BS8 4PZ, http://www.bathales.com small, attractive ale house with two small atmospheric rooms and a traditional pub ambiance. No frills, no machines, no jukebox but a selection of excellent, mainly, local cask ales, an eclectic mix of background music, great conversation and a roaring log fire in the winter. An 18 minute walk from Ashton Gate. Was runner up in CAMRA’s regional awards in 2024, https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/camra-crowns-pub-town-north-9497123?utm_source=bristol_live_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=main_daily_newsletter&utm_content=&utm_term=&ruid=eda3a0ce-34ec-4a85-96cd-ae68727a6b80 The Plough, 223 Easton Road, Easton, Bristol, BS5 0EG. 20 minute drive from the ground. This is a very popular local pub, with quirky but wonderfully curated decor, and a reputation for good (edgy) live music and a lively clientele. There are four handpumps with changing beers, many from local breweries. Real cider is also served on one handpump. There is a pool table which is usually very busy and a popular garden/patio area. The pub is a popular destination for sports enthusiasts, it hosts 16 teams including cricket, netball and football (men's and women’s teams). There are several large screens inside the pub and outside on the patio for watching important sporting events. Children are welcome until 8pm. Dogs are not allowed. https://www.plougheaston.co.uk The Seven Stars, Thomas Lane, Redcliffe, Bristol BS1 6JG, https://7stars.co.uk One of Bristol’s oldest character pubs dating back to the late 1500’s (the pavement still has iron edges to prevent damage by heavy cart-wheeled carriages), The Seven Stars remains largely unchanged from its origins in a city now packed with an ever changing sea of trendy bars and clubs. Offering a fantastic selection of over 30 different cask ales every week, plus traditional “West Country” ciders and perries. Anywhere on the Harbourside. For decent pubs, which are not necessarily near the ground, see this list: https://thegoodpubguide.co.uk/?s=&gpg=Bristol&pub_category=2-worth-a-visit The Good Pub Guide recommends the Highbury Vaults, which isn’t near the ground,: https://thegoodpubguide.co.uk/pub/116376/bs2+8de/highbury+vaults/ Time Out suggest these: https://www.timeout.com/bristol/bars-pubs/the-best-pubs-in-bristol utm_term=Autofeed&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&cid=~worldwide~natsoc~facebook~echobox&fbclid=IwAR3tkyQwTJINqGBtXgt_gfQfiwo_DCHL2VXFuhTAD_1j3Jtq3s9lgbFMi0o#Echobox=1679471374 For a historic pub crawl try this: https://www.bristolworld.com/news/9...-make-up-a-legendary-pub-crawl-4139170?page=1 Or this: https://www.bristolworld.com/news/1...uyote_Qx-XgsIcuOb9u2BfM54suSasThLX5Rx_-PkW0GM These all feature in the CAMRA guide: https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/...m_campaign=daily_newsletter2&utm_medium=email Gastropubs: https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink/pick-bristols-best-gastropubs-after-9057461?utm_source=bristol_live_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Bristol+Live+-+Daily+Newsletter_newsletter&utm_content=&utm_term=&ruid=eda3a0ce-34ec-4a85-96cd-ae68727a6b80 New CAMRA entries: https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/seven-new-entries-bristol-pubs-9581635?utm_source=bristol_live_newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=main_daily_newsletter&utm_content=&utm_term=&ruid=eda3a0ce-34ec-4a85-96cd-ae68727a6b80 That should help quench yer thirst! Away from the pubs here are some other to do’s: https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-...NaSNryB6Tp_uWeHePTDdOfpOKXjD6_PEsP4UXrfboCt9I If you fancy a fish ‘n chip supper try one of these: https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/whats...m_campaign=daily_newsletter2&utm_medium=email https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/whats...m_campaign=daily_newsletter2&utm_medium=email https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink/bristol-live-readers-picks-best-8094776 Parking If you are driving there are no realistic free parking options as residents parking zones are everywhere. You can, however, park for free at Portway Park and Ride and get a bus to the stadium. Alternatively, you could park at the Long Ashton Park and Ride which is about a 20 minute walk away from the ground. Be aware of the Clean Air Zone charges, https://www.bristol.gov.uk/residents/streets-travel/bristols-caz/charges-and-vehicle-checker Enjoy our wonderful City.

Cheers Herbie6590 a great list where did you find it? Plus of course Andi Weimann

Hello from a Bristol City fan Ahead of our forthcoming game I’m putting together the opening post for our forum’s (One Team in Bristol, https://www.otib.co.uk/?_fromLogin=1) match thread, which will be posted the day before the match. I would like to include some perspectives from your fans so if anybody would like to share info please do, anything would be appreciated, fans thoughts about the game, players who have represented both clubs, tales from when we’ve met previously, a fans view on your season, etc. Look forward to receiving info and to a great game.

Thank you to those who contributed here’s our match thread…..https://www.otib.co.uk/topic/223094-blackburn-rovers-away-match-thread/

Hello from a Bristol City fan in peace. Ahead of our forthcoming game I’m putting together the opening post for our forum’s (One Team in Bristol, https://www.otib.co.uk/?_fromLogin=1) match thread, which will be posted the day before the match. I would like to include some perspectives from your fans so if anybody would like to share info please do, anything would be appreciated, fans thoughts about the game, players who have represented both clubs, tales from when we’ve met previously, a fans view on your season, pubs for away fans, etc. Look forward to receiving info and to a great game.