Rich VFR Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 Hi all... Tomorrow I'm heading to Ashton Gate for the first time since 1992 (City just signed Jacki Dziekanowsk I believe) as my other half now lives in the city and friends regularly go so I've decided to give the gate a visit. Previously watched WSM regularly as well as the odd visit to Staffordshire. Is there a good home pub to stop by for a quick beer before kick off? Think we're coming via Bedminster. Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Fox Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 Nova Scotia, proper pub with good beer and cider, and foods good too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScottishRed Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 As Cynic says, things are a bit different since 92, you may be in for a surprise! Enjoy the game and the ground fella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inactive user Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 22 minutes ago, Rich VFR said: Hi all... Tomorrow I'm heading to Ashton Gate for the first time since 1992 (City just signed Jacki Dziekanowsk I believe) as my other half now lives in the city and friends regularly go so I've decided to give the gate a visit. Previously watched WSM regularly as well as the odd visit to Staffordshire. Is there a good home pub to stop by for a quick beer before kick off? Think we're coming via Bedminster. Thanks in advance. The Cottage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 As Cynic says head straight for AG. The bar and grill in the South Stand (although it get busy) or any one of the beer outlets around outside or in the concourse. It's very different to 25 years ago and you're in for a jaw dropping experience. Most of us saw the gradual redevelopment of AG as it was happening so it's never been a surprise to most of us. There'll be a lot going on around the stadium and you can even watch a band on the stage if you fancy it. Going to matches at AG these days is a great experience and I'm sure you'll love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Horse With No Name Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 17 minutes ago, Rednwhiterob said: The Cottage. Difficult to get from Bedminster to the Cottage tomorrow with all the road closures around that area. Unless walking of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pillred Posted August 18, 2017 Report Share Posted August 18, 2017 1 hour ago, Rich VFR said: Hi all... Tomorrow I'm heading to Ashton Gate for the first time since 1992 (City just signed Jacki Dziekanowsk I believe) as my other half now lives in the city and friends regularly go so I've decided to give the gate a visit. Previously watched WSM regularly as well as the odd visit to Staffordshire. Is there a good home pub to stop by for a quick beer before kick off? Think we're coming via Bedminster. Thanks in advance. I think you will spend the first 10 mins picking your jaw off the floor it has changed that much, post later and tell us all what you think, like someone who has never seen the Shawshank redemption, I envy you your sense of amazement you will surely get seeing it for the first time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shelts Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 Head for the Barley Mow just off east street . A more welcoming pub you will not find!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashdangate Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 Remember though the old park ends now for away fans who like today can get upset real easy !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mad Cyril Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 7 hours ago, Robbored said: Going to matches at AG these days is a great experience and I'm sure you'll love it. Well it is great until kick off.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oops Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 7 hours ago, Grey Fox said: Nova Scotia, proper pub with good beer and cider, and foods good too The cheese/ham salad rolls are huge! Keep meaning to ask where they get the bread from. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Inactive user Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 7 hours ago, The Horse With No Name said: Difficult to get from Bedminster to the Cottage tomorrow with all the road closures around that area. Unless walking of course. That is true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archie andrews Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 9 hours ago, Rich VFR said: Hi all... Tomorrow I'm heading to Ashton Gate for the first time since 1992 (City just signed Jacki Dziekanowsk I believe) as my other half now lives in the city and friends regularly go so I've decided to give the gate a visit. Previously watched WSM regularly as well as the odd visit to Staffordshire. Is there a good home pub to stop by for a quick beer before kick off? Think we're coming via Bedminster. Thanks in advance. ship and castle or wedlocks best bet........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanterne Rouge Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 2 minutes ago, archie andrews said: ship and castle or wedlocks best bet........ I think Wedlocks is away fans only now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
archie andrews Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 5 minutes ago, Red Right Hand said: I think Wedlocks is away fans only now. your kidding RRH................ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lanterne Rouge Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 4 minutes ago, archie andrews said: your kidding RRH................ I know, shocking decision isn`t it? Still it is Millwall I suppose! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meh Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 As others have said - ignore the pubs and get to the ground - go see the shop, sports bar and outside fans zone and then take a walk and a beer inside and gave a look - envious (as others) as I have seen it develop and really don't appreciate the magnificence of what has been done - you so will !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pongo88 Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 If you follow the advice to go to the ground early for the bars outside the ground, beware, there are no toilets outside the ground. You have to go into the sports bar, which is usually packed, or the ground itself. Once you go into the ground you can't come out again but there are plenty of bars in the concourse, though not much of a selection of beer. On the way keep clear of the centre or bottom of Park Street as roads are closed for cycling event Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southstandoriginal Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 As others have said as you've not been there for so long you should go straight to the ground and take in the changes, there is a lot to see! In fact you can do a pub crawl around the ground now. Start with the sports bar on the corner between where the Williams and East End used to be, but get there early, it gets packed. Then there is the fans village outside which has bars, food and a live band ( no toilets though) Finally if you go through the turnstiles you are free to wander round three very different concourses all decorated with memorabilia and that have more bars and food (and posh bogs). Hope we win after that build up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Son of Fred Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 10 hours ago, Rich VFR said: Hi all... Tomorrow I'm heading to Ashton Gate for the first time since 1992 (City just signed Jacki Dziekanowsk I believe) as my other half now lives in the city and friends regularly go so I've decided to give the gate a visit. Previously watched WSM regularly as well as the odd visit to Staffordshire. Is there a good home pub to stop by for a quick beer before kick off? Think we're coming via Bedminster. Thanks in advance. Try "The Little Grosvenor"-you can do a spot of shopping whilst having a 'natch....'every one's a winner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nogbad the Bad Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 6 minutes ago, ziderheadarmy said: Which is in completely the opposite direction from bedminster... The Nova's well worth a detour though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richwwtk Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 49 minutes ago, Southstandoriginal said: As others have said as you've not been there for so long you should go straight to the ground and take in the changes, there is a lot to see! In fact you can do a pub crawl around the ground now. Start with the sports bar on the corner between where the Williams and East End used to be, but get there early, it gets packed. Then there is the fans village outside which has bars, food and a live band ( no toilets though) Finally if you go through the turnstiles you are free to wander round three very different concourses all decorated with memorabilia and that have more bars and food (and posh bogs). Hope we win after that build up. And don't forget to take a look at the Atyeo statue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron-Bcfc Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 10 hours ago, Robbored said: There'll be a lot going on around the stadium and you can even watch a band on the stage if you fancy it. The bands are horrendous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbored Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 5 minutes ago, Aaron-Bcfc said: The bands are horrendous. ......... In your opinion. Not everyone agrees with that view judging by the people I chat to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoystonFoote'snephew Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 If you want a home pub near the ground then the Coopers on Ashton Road is by far the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Simpson Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 Strange, no more comment from the op. But I suppose if your driving down from London you wont be able to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Hunt-Hertz Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 I like the Merchants in Hotwells. Proper old fashioned boozer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brizzol Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 12 minutes ago, RoystonFoote'snephew said: If you want a home pub near the ground then the Coopers on Ashton Road is by far the best. We stopped going when they stopped selling John Smiths. Great pub though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nogbad the Bad Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 11 minutes ago, Homer Simpson said: Strange, no more comment from the op. But I suppose if your driving down from London you wont be able to. Yep, you'd think the 'friends who regularly go to AG' might have been able to recommend a 'home pub.' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron-Bcfc Posted August 19, 2017 Report Share Posted August 19, 2017 18 minutes ago, Robbored said: ......... In your opinion. Not everyone agrees with that view judging by the people I chat to. ......... Yes in my opinion. Walking out the Gate last season after yet another loss and 1 win in about 3 months, and having to hear a band blare out crap, did my head in! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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