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Not nice ,lady behind a bar looking at my face with a discust because I'm not english , seem to be racist ,, not welcome atmosfere, she didn't know what orange thatchers was😅highly not recommended......maybe just for English people.....I wouldn't come back here and spend any more money...attaching a picture of an orange thatchers for a lady behind a bar!
There was a Karaoke going on when we walked in and the atmosphere was. Absolutely Brilliant. 🎤 Merry Christmas the Owners bar Staff, and everyone who are regularly drinking in there or have never entered the premises 🎄🍺🍺🍺🥃🍷
Embarking on the saga of this legendary establishment is like diving into a tale as old as time, starting with its enviable history and a spot that couldn't be more cosmically aligned. Nestled at the crossroads of Shirehampton's natural spring and one of Earth's magnetic hotspots, the Lifeboat is more than just a pub—it's a magnet for beer enthusiasts seeking a sip of perfection. Legend has it that the mystical forces at play here align the ions in the beer as it flows from kegs to taps, ensuring a freshness that rivals any pint in the British Isles. As if that weren't enough, this pub has etched its name in the annals of history—Sir Winston Churchill penned his iconic "We shall fight on the beaches" speech while enjoying a glass of Scotch in the back left corner. It is common local knowledge that rollerblading was invented within these hallowed walls, and the dulcet tones of "Hotel California" by the Eagles was loosely based on this establishment. Step back to the summer of '85, the bar scene from the movie “Top Gun” was filmed in the Lifeboat, with Tom Cruise and Val Kilmer, regulars around the village, grabbing groceries at Woolworths or munching on chips outside the Blue Dolphin chip shop. Yet, words struggle to encapsulate the essence of this place. Perhaps it's the crispness of the beer or the surprisingly soft toilet paper—details matter, you know. Or maybe it's the harmonious symphony of locals joining in with the musicians, creating an atmosphere that defies definition. Whatever it is, the Lifeboat will weave its enchantment around your heart, just as it has for countless others. If you've yet to make this pilgrimage, add it to your bucket list. It's not just good; it's otherworldly.
I was amazed, such a lovely friendly pub! I was always under the impression, it was a rough pub. It's definitely not rough! It's very loud, great atmosphere, I am glad I went in
They have done a good job on renovation. Pleased to see kept the lifeboat as a bar, was worried about that when work started on re fit. Much more chilled vibe now a days. Less potential for aggro? Lol. But not as busy? Beer prices a bit high for area, which might account for the above? Still a locals pub though. Half decent smokers/beer courtyard to side/rear, which can be a proper sun trap. Could do with a few plants though. Food? Ham/cheese rolls and that's about all.
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Shirehampton, Bristol, BS11