About

The Cross Guns is now open for the summer season. 

The Cross Guns at Avoncliff - a historic, riverside pub with wonderful views of the River Avon - is now open again, after being taken on by the Iford Manor Estate.

A much-loved stop for walkers, river-goers and locals, the pub now has a riverside menu of light bites for the summer, alongside a drinks offering of local beer and cider. Please note that as the pub kitchen remains closed due to structural works, The Cross Guns regrets that they cannot take any table reservations for summer 2026. Food is available to order from the shack on the terrace.

Since the 1600s, the Cross Guns has been serving pints in this enviable location: overlooking the River Avon, with a picturesque pub garden nestled below an impressive 1801 canal aqueduct.

Lagers and beers from a variety of local breweries, including True Story, Westbury, Electric Bear, Bath and Kettlesmith, Bradford on Avon - and Iford Ciders are on offer to accompany the new food menu, which boasts which boasts delicious burgers, focaccia, buddha bowls, fries, waffles and soft serve ice cream as well as fresh coffee and cakes. 

The Cross Guns is the perfect location for a pitstop along the canal or river. Enjoy a pint or two, grab a bite and enjoy the view!

Well behaved dogs on short leads welcome.

Opening Times

Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday & Bank Holidays (from 8 May 2026): 

Bar: 11:30am – 8pm

Food: 11:30am – 7pm

Fridays & Saturdays (from 8 May 2026): 

Bar: 11:30am – 9pm

Food: 11:30am – 7pm

Getting Here

Parking is extremely limited in Avoncliff. The Cross Guns recommends that visitors arrive by train using Avoncliff railway station (a 20 minute journey from Bath Spa railway station), on foot/by bike via the surrounding footpaths, or by boat along the Kennet & Avon Canal.