The Jolly Sailor - Saltford

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The Jolly Sailor - Saltford 17th Century real pub oozing rustic charm, directly on the picturesque River Avon The ancient listed building was constructed in 1726 .

The historic Jolly Sailor riverside pub is situated overlooking Saltford Lock in a stunning location on the River Avon, between Bristol and Bath. Two large fireplaces create a cozy atmosphere in the winter with blazing log fires. A beautiful beer garden overlooks the Lock with its’ constant activity of river traffic. A conservatory for indoor dining has wonderful views across the river to Colston. Our renowned extensive menu ranges from light bites to full meat and famous fish dishes and daily specials. In addition we stock a wide range of real ales and international beers as well as a full selection of fine wines.

What's a pub with a good pub dog?! 🐾We have LOVED seeing all your puppies visit our pub. We've seen some of the biggest ...
29/10/2026

What's a pub with a good pub dog?! 🐾

We have LOVED seeing all your puppies visit our pub.

We've seen some of the biggest dogs to some of the smallest and they've all been an absolute delight! 💕

We will always have treats ready for the angels along with blankets for a cosy cuddle by the fire, and a hydration station and puppy ice cream.

The whole pub is welcome for any dogs however please just remember the following:

⭐ Accidents happen to the best of us! Just ask our team for help if it happens. Please don't leave it for us to find!

⭐ Reactive dogs: we know not every dog likes people, other dogs or just the world around them. We still love having them in and giving them a safe space. However, if your dog is aggressive towards guests or dogs you will be asked to leave the site. We have plenty of quiet spaces, corner tables, and lots of garden space for them to snuggle away to help with anxiety.

⭐ Leads! Please ensure your dog has a lead on. More for them not to lose you! But also to make sure we have no rouge new bar tenders! As much as we would LOVE to have a great Dane serving your pints, there's a lot of paperwork to sign off on! We have spares to borrow for your visit, just ask a member of the team!

We love seeing all of our regulars; Rosie, Olive, Sweep, Monty and cannot wait to meet our new regulars 🐾💕

🕷️ Looking for something to kick off your Halloween weekend? 🎃The Beatleful South will be joining us for an evening of l...
28/10/2026

🕷️ Looking for something to kick off your Halloween weekend? 🎃

The Beatleful South will be joining us for an evening of live music!

Kitchen opens at 6pm 🍴

Live music starts at 7pm 🎶

Perfect for all ages, costumes welcomed, dancing shoes essential 👻

Thank you to everyone who sold out our quiz night! What a fantastic atmosphere and incredible night overall! Congratulat...
24/10/2026

Thank you to everyone who sold out our quiz night!
What a fantastic atmosphere and incredible night overall!

Congratulations to our new champions, Laura's Big Fact Hunt 🏆

Our next quiz is 24TH NOVEMBER. Please book your table with us early to get your space!

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CALLING ALL QUIZZERS & DINERS 📣📣QUIZ IS SOLD OUT! PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR £1'S, LOOKS LIKE A BIG PRIZE POT AVAILAB...
20/10/2026

CALLING ALL QUIZZERS & DINERS 📣📣

QUIZ IS SOLD OUT! PLEASE REMEMBER TO BRING YOUR £1'S, LOOKS LIKE A BIG PRIZE POT AVAILABLE 💰

The quiz will start at 7pm!

OUR KITCHEN IS OPEN FROM 6PM till 8:30PM!

If you would like full meals then we suggest getting here early! This is the first week of doing food during a quiz, please bear with our kitchen team over this evening & we may sell out of certain dishes!

There will be opportunities to get food throughout the evening but we suggest full meals to get here earlier!

It's going to be a busy one tonight so everyone will get nice and cosy!

Those looking for just food this evening, please note there may be quizzers around you! We have closed online bookings due to the amount of quiz teams we have attending this evening!

Thank you again for your patience, support and being absolute the best cheerleaders! 💕

See you all tonight 🍻

NEW MENU FOR AUTUMN 🍁 Soft Shell Crab coated in a light, crisp batter served on a bed of sweet chilli sauce and a chilli...
15/10/2026

NEW MENU FOR AUTUMN 🍁

Soft Shell Crab coated in a light, crisp batter served on a bed of sweet chilli sauce and a chilli & ginger slaw.

Perfect to start to any meal 🦀

Braised Short Rib Croquette perfectly fried topped with sriracha mayo and lashings of parm!

Indulgent starter or perfect to share! 🍴

Confit Duck leg on a bed of creamy celeriac puree with king oyster mushrooms and a rich port jus.

Paired wonderfully with a Malbec for the ultimate french style meal 🍷

Seasonal Soup of the day with half a ham or brie sandwich is the perfect winter warmer lunch!

Lunch by the fire with a pot of tea for the best midweek meal ☕

Shallot Tart Tatan topped with creamy Bath Blue cheese and a crisp pickled walnut salad.

Great for a lighter meal, maybe a bowl of chunky chips if you're feeling cheeky 🧀

Classic farm shop pie from Thorner's paired wonderfully with garlic pomme puree and fresh market veg!

Nothing better than a pie, sitting by the fire with a pint of 6X 🍺

OUR NEXT QUIZ IS HERE!🚨 Here is your Countdown Conundrum:GAVEHORNHint: You might have this in the morning. Keep your ans...
14/10/2026

OUR NEXT QUIZ IS HERE!

🚨 Here is your Countdown Conundrum:

GAVEHORN

Hint: You might have this in the morning.

Keep your answers secret for an extra point on the night!

Will you beat WHATSUP for the top position?

Teams of up to 6, £1 per person, bookings preferred but walk ins welcomed!

7pm start 🍻

📣 OUR NEXT OPEN MIC NIGHT 🎤 Hosted by the wonderful John Genge! 🎵15th OCTOBER 7PM (REGISTRATION LATEST 6:45PM)LIVE MUSIC...
08/10/2026

📣 OUR NEXT OPEN MIC NIGHT 🎤
Hosted by the wonderful John Genge! 🎵

15th OCTOBER 7PM (REGISTRATION LATEST 6:45PM)

LIVE MUSIC. GOOD FOOD. COSY VIBES.

Bring the autumn in right!

🎤
PERFORMERS:
- Please arrive at the latest 15 minutes before the start time to register your interest.

-Please bring your own instruments. John has a PA system that is available. If you have a specific instrument you need you will need to bring this down. Please note we do not have space for an entire band set up, unless you're a one man band!

-Please bring down your biggest and loudest supporters! We want to hear them whooping and hollering for everyone who performs that night!
🎵

It is not just for performers, no need to get up in front of everyone, please come down to tap those shoes, maybe get up and dance, clap to your heart's content!

See you all on the stage 🎤🎵

Debating what to do this weekend? Look no further! We've got your Sunday sorted 👌Fires on, the Weir rushing in the dista...
01/10/2026

Debating what to do this weekend?
Look no further!

We've got your Sunday sorted 👌

Fires on, the Weir rushing in the distance, the smell of roasties wafting through the pub, crisp b**r being poured. What more could you ask for? Ah, no washing up!

Perfect Sunday afternoon.

Book via jolly-sailor.com

The perfect way to spend time with the people you love! Thank you  for hosting the first ceramics workshop! We can't wai...
17/09/2026

The perfect way to spend time with the people you love!

Thank you for hosting the first ceramics workshop!

We can't wait to see the final results!

🚨 NEW KITCHEN ROLE AVAILABLE 🚨We are looking for Kitchen Assistants. Perfect for college or university students looking ...
16/09/2026

🚨 NEW KITCHEN ROLE AVAILABLE 🚨

We are looking for Kitchen Assistants.

Perfect for college or university students looking to get into kitchens and hospitality.

Weekend work with opportunities to pick up shifts during busier periods.

Progression available for those with experience or looking to learn chefing

Immediate start

+17 years old

Great opportunity for those living local.

DM for details or email a CV to [email protected]


Address

Mead Lane, Saltford
Bristol
BS313ER

Opening Hours

Tuesday 12pm - 10pm
Wednesday 12pm - 10pm
Thursday 12pm - 10pm
Friday 12pm - 11pm
Saturday 12pm - 11pm
Sunday 12am - 6pm

Telephone

+441225873002

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