Historic pubs · South West England
The Thunderbolt
In or near Bristol.
The Thunderbolt in Wales South, United Kingdom.
Neil Owen — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Bristol Temple Meads · 0.8 km
About
The Thunderbolt is a historic pub in Wales South, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Severn Estuary SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Thunderbolt is a pub located in the BS4 postcode area of South Wales, within the City of Bristol. It is situated near the Severn Estuary, which is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Visitors can expect a traditional pub atmosphere, offering a range of beverages and a social setting. The location provides access to the surrounding natural environment, making it a suitable spot for those exploring the area's unique ecological features.
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- Coordinates
- 51.4425, -2.5743
- District
- Bristol, City of
- Parish
- Bristol, City of, unparished area
- Postcode
- BS4 3ED
- Parliamentary constituency
- Bristol South
- Phone
- 01173738947
- Nearest railway station
- Bristol Temple Meads — 0.8 km
- Official site
- www.thethunderbolt.net
Sources
- wikidata: Q26497664 (CC0)
- fsq: 4b058838f964a52035b922e3 (Apache-2.0)
- osm: w126810622 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Thunderbolt?
- The Thunderbolt is in South-West England, United Kingdom (postcode BS4 3ED), in the parish of Bristol, City of, unparished area.
- What is The Thunderbolt?
- The Thunderbolt in Wales South, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Thunderbolt?
- The nearest railway station is Bristol Temple Meads, about 0.8 km away. The nearest town is Bristol. Drivers can use postcode BS4 3ED.
- Is The Thunderbolt a protected site?
- Yes — The Thunderbolt is part of the Severn Estuary SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to The Thunderbolt?
- The nearest railway station is Bristol Temple Meads, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode BS4 3ED.