🎄Christmas is Better in Bristol 🎄 

Whether you're planning festive drinks with friends, celebrating with family or looking for Christmas events near you, Rising Sun Bristol has everything you need for a great festive season. Expect great value drinks, good company and a warm welcome every time you visit. 

So, gather your mates, raise a glass and make your local the place to celebrate this Christmas. 

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Together This Christmas

Looking for somewhere to celebrate this Christmas? Catch up with mates, spend time with family or take a break from the festive rush at Rising Sun Bristol, the perfect place to get together. 

From pints and ciders to wines, spirits and festive favourites, you'll find great value drinks, good company and plenty of Christmas cheer every time you visit. 

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Rising Sun Bristol is the Place to Be This Boxing Day 

When the presents are opened and Christmas dinner is done, there's still plenty to look forward to. Join us this Boxing Day for great value drinks, live sport and all the atmosphere you'd expect from your local. 

From festive reunions with friends to cheering on your team, it's the perfect place to make the most of the holiday season. 

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Celebrate the Year Ahead 

See out the year at Rising Sun Bristol and celebrate the moments that matter with the people who matter most. 

As midnight approaches, settle in for a great atmosphere, good company and a New Year's Eve celebration to remember Join us for the countdown and start the new year with the people who make your local feel like home. 

Bringing Communities Together This Christmas

Rising Sun Bristol is proud to be at the heart of the local community. From supporting local charities to bringing people together through fundraising events and festive collections, we're all about making a difference where it matters most. 

Take a look at our community stories and see how we're spreading a little extra Christmas cheer this festive season. 

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Your Local, Your Christmas

Make this Christmas one to remember at Rising Sun Bristol. Get together with friends, enjoy the Boxing Day buzz and celebrate the arrival of the New Year, all with great value, good company and a warm welcome. Sign up to our newsletter for the latest festive news, events and offers, and don't miss a moment of the celebrations

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Christmas at Rising Sun Bristol

Loved by Locals

"Lovely stay and dinner was some of the best meals we have had in the UK"
Catherine Davison
August 18, 2026
"Went here for food after a walk and I genuinely think it was the best burger I've ever had."
Karen Slater
July 30, 2026
"A friendly pub in Pensford where we stopped off on our walk. If you walk around the vicinity of the pub you get some good vistas if the viaduct."
Alexander George
July 28, 2026
"Great fish and chips"
Jon Taylor
July 15, 2026
"Beautiful garden to sit in"
nicola lindop
July 04, 2026
"Fantastic roast dinner and the setting of the pub is beautiful. The food was delicious, with generous portions and everything cooked perfectly. Great atmosphere, friendly service, and well w... Read more
James
June 07, 2026
"We just had the most delicious steak frites and T (waitress) was an absolute delight, wine was lovely and we can't wait to come back for another delicious meal soon!!! I can't recommend the ... Read more
Cec Mignon
June 05, 2026
"Fantastic food and great service. Very good value for money."
Alan Grant
May 24, 2026
"Best value and busiest pub in the village."
Joshua Smith
April 17, 2026
"The Sun has just reopened after a refurbishment and it looks fantastic. Had a Sunday roast and it was lovely. Best to book as it is popular as ever."
Jane White
April 13, 2026
"Nice views of the viaduct. Food was very good"
Stefan Dorran
August 23, 2025
"Took a trip to Penford the rising sun has lovely food I had the chicken and bacon with leeks It was really nice. Try the Penford lager tasty."
Brian
July 24, 2025
"Great place with well deserved reviews. Fantastic view, tasty food, nice selection of drinks, charming barkeeper - all you need for a wonderful night."
Eugene Strizhnov
July 17, 2025
"Great place to visit in a village with local history"
nomis Young
February 27, 2025
"Popped in on a cold afternoon. 2 open fires were roaring away. This made it a warm welcome and very inviting. Felt instantly welcome in this pub"
Paul
December 19, 2024
"Excellent Sunday lunch, excellent service"
Jennie Jones
December 08, 2024
"Excellent food, real cider & really great service. Really cozy country pub"
Justin Pow
November 12, 2024