The Gloucester Old Spot

The Gloucester Old Spot is located on Kellaway Avenue, the area previously known as Golden Hill (so-called because of the plentiful fields of buttercups). Originally an off-licence for several years, it was enlarged into a pub and named The Kellaway Arms when the road was extended into Westbury Park. As Mr Kellaway had no coat of arms, that of the City of Bristol was painted on the sign instead.

The Kellaway Arms had many owners in its long history, one who even removed the ‘Arms’ from the name in an ill-fated attempt at a rebrand. When Amy took ownership of the pub in 2014 it had changed hands eight times in six years, and local residents had heard rumours that it was going to be knocked down and turned into houses. However, The Kellaway – Arms or not – is now no more, and the Gloucester Old Spot has been going strong for several years.

They serve lovely food from Breakfasts to roast dinners and they are both child and dog friendly.

They have a cosy vibe and also a good amount of outdoor seating.