Est. 1842 · Bristol
A living monument. Proper ales, warm hearths, and the architectural soul of a city that never stopped turning.
Hand-pulled cask ales, local craft beers, and a whisky selection to rival any in the West Country.
Friday and Saturday sessions featuring Bristol's finest folk, jazz, and acoustic acts.
Grade II listed and lovingly preserved. Every beam, stone, and sail tells a story of Bristol's mill heritage.
The Windmill has stood at the heart of Bristol for over 180 years — through the smoke of industry, the roar of the Blitz, and the creeping march of the modern city. Where others were demolished, we endured. Where others were converted, we remained a place of community.
Today, we carry that legacy forward: a proper pub, a live music venue, a meeting place for the curious and the convivial. Come for the ale. Stay for the atmosphere.
Our building is itself a piece of living history. Explore the full story at thewindmillbristol.com/architectural/
The Windmill Bristol is one of the finest examples of nineteenth-century industrial vernacular architecture in the South West. From its hand-laid ashlar stonework to the original oak cap mechanism, every detail has been preserved with scholarly care.
Explore our dedicated architectural pages — a full documentation of the building's history, construction, restorations, and the stories carved into its stones.
View Architectural HistoryFour-piece folk group from Somerset bringing traditional West Country ballads and original compositions. Doors from 7pm.
Live MusicThirty real ales from twenty Bristol breweries. Guided tasting sessions throughout the afternoon. Limited tickets.
Ale FestivalWalk the building with our heritage consultant. Explore the mill machinery, vaulted cellar, and cap gallery. Pre-booking required.
Heritage Tour