Business Details
Welcome to Old Ale and Coffee House
Established as Salisbury's favourite independent pub, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional food, drinks, and hospitality. Our menu features fresh, locally sourced ingredients, with daily changing specials and dietary options to cater to all preferences. The pub boasts a vibrant atmosphere, complemented by an unrivalled selection of craft beers, real ales, and artisan gins. Our stunning garden with bookable huts and weekly events, including pub quizzes and live music, create a welcoming environment for locals and visitors alike.With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, we have become a cornerstone of Salisbury's social scene, offering memorable experiences for casual visits, private hires, and seasonal celebrations.
Services
Pub Food
Craft Beers
Private Hire
Garden Dining
Live Events
Christmas Feasts
Weekly Quizzes
Vegetarian Options
Vegan Dishes
Gluten-Free Meals
Highlights and features
- We offer fresh pub food with daily changing specials sourced from local producers.
- Our unrivalled selection of craft beers and artisan gins caters to all tastes.
- An amazing pub garden with bookable huts ensures year-round outdoor enjoyment.
- Weekly pub quizzes and creative events foster a lively, community-focused atmosphere.
- Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are freshly prepared to meet dietary needs.
What people say
Delicious food
Friendly staff
Lovely garden
Great selection of beers
Excellent service
Services
Pub Food
Our pub food menu features fresh, locally sourced ingredients with daily changing specials to match seasons and weather. Classic dishes like fish and chips and gourmet options such as crayfish linguine cater to diverse tastes. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free choices are freshly prepared, ensuring a satisfying meal for every guest.
Craft Beers
We offer an unrivalled selection of craft beers, real ales, and artisan gins, carefully curated for quality and flavour. From Hawkstone IPA on tap to seasonal brews, our drinks menu complements our food perfectly. Cocktail jugs and fine wines are also available for a versatile drinking experience.
Private Hire
Our venue accommodates parties from 4 to 200, with indoor and outdoor spaces including a pergola and heated beach huts. We provide bespoke menus, marquees, and entertainment options like magicians or live musicians. Full-service event planning ensures seamless celebrations for weddings, corporate events, or festive gatherings.
Garden Dining
The pub garden features bookable huts, blankets, and heaters for year-round comfort. Guests enjoy al fresco meals amidst a vibrant setting with protection from the elements. The space hosts casual gatherings and special events, blending relaxed ambiance with exceptional service.
Live Events
Weekly pub quizzes, live music, and themed events create a lively atmosphere. We collaborate with local musicians and entertainers to offer diverse cultural experiences. Seasonal activities, including Christmas markets and summer parties, ensure continuous engagement for regulars and visitors.
Questions
What type of food do you serve?
We serve fresh, locally sourced pub food with daily changing specials, including classics like fish and chips, gourmet dishes, and dietary options.
Do you have outdoor seating?
Yes, our stunning garden features bookable huts and heated pergolas for year-round outdoor dining and events.
Can I book the venue for a private event?
Yes, we host events for 4–200 guests with bespoke menus, marquees, and entertainment options tailored to your needs.
Are there vegetarian or vegan options available?
Yes, we offer freshly prepared vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free dishes daily to accommodate all dietary preferences.
What events do you host weekly?
We host weekly pub quizzes and regular live music sessions, alongside seasonal events like Christmas feasts and summer parties.
Reviews (4)
Peter Anscomb
Dec 26, 2021
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Shared a hut with friends for a Christmas meal. Great atmosphere, great food, great drinks and attentive staff. Surprisingly warm in the hut with heater above the table and blankets supplied.
Fantastic evening out, worth a visit.
Covid friendly and safe.
Fantastic evening out, worth a visit.
Covid friendly and safe.
Richard Avery
Dec 18, 2021
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Had a group christmas dinner here today. Absolutely stunning. Plenty of beautiful food, crackers and hats. Super, unhurried and efficient service. Would thoroughly recommend this pub. Thank you everybody for an excellent meal.
Win Task
Oct 10, 2021
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5 stars for the service, staff n beers. U get beautiful atmosphere as soon as u enter. Plenty of seatings with social distancing. Cleaning is awesome. Have variety of keg n as well as in fridge. Staff is very friendly, attentive n cool. Customers get their attention as soon as they entered. Lovely beer garden at the back. Well seated. We didnt try their food but looks delicious. It is situated at the edge of high street or just near to the Salisbury Cathedral. So not far n easy access. If ur around then pop in. U never b disappointed. Recommended
David Wells
Sep 24, 2021
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We were on a first date and had a fab lunch in one of the garden huts, food and service great, brownie pud was yummy (as was my date)
