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Smoke & Mirrors, Bristol

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Long and narrow, L shaped pub with attractive bow window, opposite the side entrance to Bristol Hippodrome. Live close-up magic (hence the name) on Thursdays to Saturdays, with live music on Fridays and Saturdays, plus comedy nights. Despite the signage on the front, no real ale is served.

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Previous Names
Bunch Of Grapes
Local Authority
City of Bristol (B)
Last updated
Last surveyed
Leasehold owner
unknown
Freehold owner
Heineken UK
Pub ID
AVN/79
Asset of Community Value
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
6:00pm - 11:30pm
Friday
6:00pm - 11:30pm
Saturday
6:00pm - 11:30pm
Sunday
Closed

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Facilities
Evening Meals Evening Meals
Live Music Live Music
Wi Fi Wi Fi
Features
Transport
Close to bus routes (200m)
all city centre routes
Closest station (1350m)
Bristol Temple Meads

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