Welcome to The Volly!
Our flowery little pub reflects Bristol's unique spirit, blending tradition with a modern, community-focused flair that creates an inviting space for all.
Committing to sustainability, inclusivity and empowerment, we strive to foster a sense of community where everyone feels valued, safe and celebrated. Each visit promises something different, memorable moments and shared joy for families, friends, and their beloved doggies!
5 venues, 8 Stages, 15 hours of Music from across the globe.
We’ve upped the ante by bringing through some of our all-time favourites (we say it a lot, but we really mean it). It's our biggest one yet:
DAYTIME HEADLINERS
Quantic, Joe Armon Jones, Kanda Bongo Man
NIGHT TIME HEADLINERS
Zero 7, Raz & Afla, Pahua
Now across 5 venues, we’re pleased to host Jam On The Horizon at The Jam Jar, Lost Horizon, Swan with Two Necks, The Volunteer Tavern and brand new location of THE SAWMILLS this year. Expect big productions, big artists, big energy and big community vibes.
All day and night, you can expect all of the regular sounds you know and love from around the globe, including but not limited to Dub, Soukous, reggaeton, salsa, highlife & afrobeat.
Sell out warning! For WOMAD-ready festival phreaks, this is the biggest Bristol day of the year: 14 hours of forward-thinking global bass antics and infectious live riddims across 5 venues in St Jude’s. With massive DJ sets from Ninja Tune globe-trotter Quantic and formative downtempo acid-jazzers Zero 7, Dar Disku’s winning Levantine disco squelch, electrifying ancestral afro-funk from Raz & Afla + much much more."
No need to reserve!
Please email us at info@volunteertavern.co.uk
for any table bookings for 6+ people.
We'd love to host you so please
reach out if you want to reserve a table for birthdays or any other celebrations.
Meet the new Volly Cats Topys and Tipsy!
Want to host your party or event here?
Email us today!
info@volunteertavern.co.uk
Since 2021 we have been making beer in a little container next to the pub. Our Gareth started with the Volly Pale, and has now moved onto the delicious Tiptoe's Tipple. And there is more to come!
Tiptoe’s Tipple – Traditional English style session bitter. Malty with subtle caramel notes, berry fruits and a hint of spice all combining on the palate before bitterness increases in the slightly dry and moreish finish (CAMRA tasting notes)
Subject to change.
What a lovely pub, popped in for Sunday lunch, I wanted the pork but can't tolerate garlic so couldn't have the porcetta. The chef cooked me pork belly instead, what a fabulous guy to go out of his way to do that, thank you so much. The food was amazing and delicious with big portions. my husband had the beef. Wonderful staff so friendly and helpful, a brilliant atmosphere. Well done guys!
We went with my friend yesterday for a drink ,such a lovely place with very pleasant Anna who was serving drinks ,she went above and beyond.We were sitting on the garden ,very beautiful,cozy place.Full of light and flowers,little paradise.I will highly recommend this place we had a such a nice time.thank you L+D
Loved it. Funky friendly pub. Didn't eat but Sunday roast looked fabulous! Kid friendly. Fab garden.
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
