The Hope and Anchor

The Hope and Anchor The Hope and Anchor is set in the heart of the delightful Cam valley, a 10-minute drive from Bath city centre.

The Hope and Anchor is set in the heart of the delightful Cam valley, a 10-minute drive from Bath city centre or alternatively now a fairly gentle and very scenic cycle ride along the new Colliers Way cycle path which leads straight into the pub car park (and then on to Radstock for the more energetic). The pub is one of Bath's few remaining independently owned and run establishments, this histori

c country pub has been run by Richard and Luci Smolarek for 19 years now, making it a well established favourite among Bath's discerning diners for consistently delicious, reasonably priced food in a relaxing, friendly atmosphere. The Hope and Anchor is an historic building, some parts of it dating back to the 17th century. The original building was enlarged at the end of the 18th century when the newly contructed Somerset canal ran close to the east side of the inn. It was about this time that the present name was adopted in an attempt to gain trade from the barges. The advent of the railways saw the decline of canal traffic and the canal was closed in 1898. The Somerset & Dorset railway track ran across the Midford viaduct directly above the Hope & Anchor. The single line section between Midford & Bath required a special safety device known as "The Tablet". A train about to enter this section had to pick up the tablet by means of a mechanical catcher. If the tablet was not there it meant another train was already on that stretch of track. Sometimes the act of giving up the tablet on the outward journeywould result in the (accidental?) dropping of the tablet down the embankment into the garden of the inn. By some strange quirk of fate, this seemed to happen a lot more frequently during opening hours - and climbing down to retrieve it was thirsty work! The Hope & Anchor was formerly owned by Courage Breweries and became a free house in 1976.

We are OPEN today 12-3pm for the Bank Holiday! Serving drinks only (and bar snacks, of course!) Hope to see you soon...☀...
25/05/2026

We are OPEN today 12-3pm for the Bank Holiday! Serving drinks only (and bar snacks, of course!) Hope to see you soon...☀️⚓

Newly-renovated and at your disposal. Book our Conservatory now...
24/05/2026

Newly-renovated and at your disposal. Book our Conservatory now...

The Hope & Anchor (Midford) has been freshly renovated and is ready to accommodate your special moments. Book now !
24/05/2026

The Hope & Anchor (Midford) has been freshly renovated and is ready to accommodate your special moments. Book now !

The Hope & Anchor (Midford) has been freshly renovated and is ready to accommodate your special moments. Book now !
24/05/2026

The Hope & Anchor (Midford) has been freshly renovated and is ready to accommodate your special moments. Book now !

Come on down and try a pint of Alton's Pride — Supreme Champion Beer of Britain and World Beer Awards Best Bitter! The b...
29/04/2026

Come on down and try a pint of Alton's Pride — Supreme Champion Beer of Britain and World Beer Awards Best Bitter! The best bitter in Britain? You be the judge... 🍻

Book now!
19/04/2026

Book now!

05/04/2026
A fresh look. Easier to navigate and keep track of what we are up to for the enjoyment of our customers.
18/03/2026

A fresh look. Easier to navigate and keep track of what we are up to for the enjoyment of our customers.

Book now for Valentine's Day 🍷😍 Special menu including slow-cooked short rib of beef. Romantic evenings await. Limited s...
07/02/2026

Book now for Valentine's Day 🍷😍 Special menu including slow-cooked short rib of beef. Romantic evenings await. Limited spots available.

Showing today's Rugby Games on the big screen! Go on England... 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿
07/02/2026

Showing today's Rugby Games on the big screen! Go on England... 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Address

Midford Road
Bath
BA27DD

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 11pm
Wednesday 12pm - 11pm
Thursday 12pm - 11pm
Friday 12pm - 11pm
Saturday 12pm - 11pm
Sunday 12pm - 10pm

Telephone

+441225832296

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