Stag and Hounds, Bristol
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The Stag and Hounds is a grade II listed pub in Old Market, Bristol.[1] The oldest parts of the building date to 1483, when it was probably as a private house. The current building is predominantly from the early 18th century, when it became a pub. It was partly rebuilt in the 1960s, and refurbished in 1987. At one time the inn was flanked by houses, but the building of a dual carriageway underpass has left it isolated.
Stag and Hounds | |
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General information | |
Town or city | Bristol |
Country | England |
Coordinates | 51.455451°N 2.583203°W / 51.455451; -2.583203 |
Construction started | 1483 |
A well in the former rear court has a 19th-century iron hand pump with flywheel and pump rods, an early example of an installation for raising water from a well. This old iron pump, operated by a wheel six feet in diameter, is in fine condition and all its parts still move. It is unique in Bristol.[2]
There is also a minute window looking out onto the courtyard, which opens onto a small room set between floors and is only accessible through a trap-door in what is now a bathroom. It is possible that this may be a survival from the days of priest-hunting.
The modern day pub is renowned as a live music venue with a wide variety of bands ranging across many genres.[citation needed]