About the venue
The historic 'Volly' as it is sometimes affectionately known, is located on cobbled King Street, in the heart of Bristol's beautiful Old City.
A classic warm and welcoming British pub that has maintained it's orginal features but kept up to date with its food and drinks menus. There's a wealth of wonderful eateries and watering holes a stones throw away and good transport links nearby.
How to get there
The Famous Royal Navy Volunteer
17-18 King Street, Old City, Bristol,
BS1 4EF
Upcoming events
Sun 23
Jan
- 2022 -
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines Course - CLASSROOM
The Famous Royal Navy Volunteer
10:00am
The WSET Level 1 Course in Bristol is the ideal starting point for anybody new to wine or those beginning a career in hospitality. It lays the foundation for understanding wine, giving you confidence and an introduction to different styles.
£145.00
More Info
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Wed 26
Jan
- 2022 -
Introduction to Wine Evening
Have you always wanted to know more about wine? Then join us for the perfect evening crash-course in Bristol City Centre. We will guide you through how to choose better wine and start you on your journey of wine discovery.
£30.00
More Info
Starts Wed 02
Feb
- 2022 -
8 Week World of Wine Course - Wednesdays
Our 8-week World of Wine course in Bristol is structured as a fun, practical introduction to the world of wine. It is designed specifically for people who enjoy wine and would like to learn more about it.
£220.00
More Info
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Starts Wed 02
Feb
- 2022 -
4 Week Course - The Wines of Europe - Wednesdays
This 4 Week wine tasting course in Bristol City Centre is a fun, practical introduction to wines from Europe. It is designed specifically for people who enjoy wine and would like to learn more about it.
£120.00
More Info
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Wed 02
Feb
- 2022 -
Explore Bordeaux, Rhone and South of France
Join us in Bristol for an eveing wine tasting dedicated to the world of South and West French wine...
£30.00
More Info
Thu 03
Feb
- 2022 -
Chocolate and Wine Matching
If ever there's a wine tasting evening that needs no introduction!
Come and indulge on these special tastings honouring two of life's greatest pleasures: Chocolate and Wine.
£35.00
More Info
Sun 06
Feb
- 2022 -
WSET Level 3 Award in Wines Course - CLASSROOM - Sundays
The Famous Royal Navy Volunteer
11:00am
Our WSET Level 3 Award in Wines course in Bristol is an indepth and intensive advanced level qualification for professionals working in the wine industry or for the serious wine enthusiasts looking to delve deeper into the world of wine.
£675.00
More Info
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Wed 09
Feb
- 2022 -
Explore Burgundy and Loire
This fabulous evening wine tasting Bristol city centre is a tour through two of France's most well loved regions. From elegant, crisp and aromatic whites of the Loire to Burgundy were we find the wines which have captured many a wine-lover's hea...
£30.00
More Info
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Wed 16
Feb
- 2022 -
Discover Italy
Italy is a country that loves wine, and a country where their wine is almost certainly best when drunk with food. Join us for this wine tasting in Bristol as we travel through the very different and fascinating wine regions of Italy
£30.00
More Info
Thu 17
Feb
- 2022 -
Cheese and Wine Matching Evening
Love Cheese? Love Wine? Then why not come along to our cheese and wine matching evenings in Bristol city centre and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home.
£35.00
More Info
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Wed 23
Feb
- 2022 -
Explore Spain and Portugal
There is more to Spain than Rioja and Sherry! join us for this fascinating evening wine tasting in Bristol City Centre. We'll explore the very best examples of these two exciting wine-making countries. Stunning wines, unique and different.
£30.00
More Info
Starts Wed 02
Mar
- 2022 -
4 Week Course - Wine from the Rest of the World - Wednesdays
This 4 Week wine course in Bristol City Centre is a fun, practical introduction to wines showcasing the best from outside of Europe. It is designed specifically for people who enjoy wine and would like to learn more.
£120.00
More Info
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Wed 02
Mar
- 2022 -
Enjoy Australia and New Zealand
Australia and New Zealand make some of today's most popular styles of wine. Discover what makes them so good and what else these two countries have to offer.
£30.00
More Info
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Thu 03
Mar
- 2022 -
Charcuterie, Cheese and Wine Evening
Do you love Charcuterie and Cheese and of course, do you love Wine? If so, this evening food and wine tasting in BristolCity Centre is a must. Join us to explore one of Europe's favourite food and wine pairing...
£35.00
More Info
Wed 09
Mar
- 2022 -
Discover Chile and Argentina
Chile is known for its fresh and fruity wines and very tempting prices while Argentina has been making intense and increasingly complex wines. Both countries have their unique surprises - come and discover more.
£30.00
More Info
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Wed 16
Mar
- 2022 -
South Africa and the USA
An evening of showstoppers. South Africa's unique contribution to the world of wine comes from its distinctive history and climate, while wines from the USA firmly rival the best made in Europe. Come and discover more..
£30.00
More Info
Thu 17
Mar
- 2022 -
Cheese and Wine Matching Evening
Love Cheese? Love Wine? Then why not come along to our cheese and wine matching evenings in Bristol city centre and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home.
£35.00
More Info
Fri 18
Mar
- 2022 -
Introduction to Wine Evening
Have you always wanted to know more about wine? Then join us for the perfect evening crash-course in Bristol City Centre. We will guide you through how to choose better wine and start you on your journey of wine discovery.
£30.00
More Info
Wed 23
Mar
- 2022 -
Champagne, Sparkling Wine and Fish & Chips night
Come enjoy a decadent evening of fine sparkling wine and a fish & chips supper at the Famous Royal Navy Volunteer in Bristol. The perfect chance to try one of the most spectacular food and wine pairing there is!
Thu 24
Mar
- 2022 -
Chocolate and Wine Matching
If ever there's a wine tasting evening that needs no introduction!
Come and indulge on these special tastings honouring two of life's greatest pleasures: Chocolate and Wine.
£35.00
More Info
Wed 30
Mar
- 2022 -
Champagne, Sparkling Wine and Fish & Chips night
Come enjoy a decadent evening of fine sparkling wine and a fish & chips supper at the Famous Royal Navy Volunteer in Bristol. The perfect chance to try one of the most spectacular food and wine pairing there is!
£42.50
More Info
Sun 03
Apr
- 2022 -
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines Course - CLASSROOM - (Bristol)
The Famous Royal Navy Volunteer
11:00am
This beginner to intermediate level course in Bristol City Centre provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for both wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts alike.
++PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE BREAKS FOR EASTER++
£375.00
More Info
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Sun 12
Jun
- 2022 -
French Wine Scholar (Wine Scholar Guild) Sunday Course
The Famous Royal Navy Volunteer
11:00am
French Wine Scholar is the ideal course for members of the wine trade and avid enthusiasts of French wine. It is a deep dive in to the regions, culture, wines, history and cuisine of France alongside one of the most exciting tasting lineups we offer!
£675.00
More Info
Sun 23
Jan
- 2022 -
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines Course - CLASSROOM
The Famous Royal Navy Volunteer
10:00am
The WSET Level 1 Course in Bristol is the ideal starting point for anybody new to wine or those beginning a career in hospitality. It lays the foundation for understanding wine, giving you confidence and an introduction to different styles.
£145.00
More Info
Wed 26
Jan
- 2022 -
Introduction to Wine Evening
Have you always wanted to know more about wine? Then join us for the perfect evening crash-course in Bristol City Centre. We will guide you through how to choose better wine and start you on your journey of wine discovery.
£30.00
More Info
Starts
Wed 02
Feb
- 2022 -
8 Week World of Wine Course - Wednesdays
Our 8-week World of Wine course in Bristol is structured as a fun, practical introduction to the world of wine. It is designed specifically for people who enjoy wine and would like to learn more about it.
£220.00
More Info
Starts
Wed 02
Feb
- 2022 -
4 Week Course - The Wines of Europe - Wednesdays
This 4 Week wine tasting course in Bristol City Centre is a fun, practical introduction to wines from Europe. It is designed specifically for people who enjoy wine and would like to learn more about it.
£120.00
More Info
Wed 02
Feb
- 2022 -
Explore Bordeaux, Rhone and South of France
Join us in Bristol for an eveing wine tasting dedicated to the world of South and West French wine...
£30.00
More Info
Thu 03
Feb
- 2022 -
Chocolate and Wine Matching
If ever there's a wine tasting evening that needs no introduction!
Come and indulge on these special tastings honouring two of life's greatest pleasures: Chocolate and Wine.
£35.00
More Info
Sun 06
Feb
- 2022 -
WSET Level 3 Award in Wines Course - CLASSROOM - Sundays
The Famous Royal Navy Volunteer
11:00am
Our WSET Level 3 Award in Wines course in Bristol is an indepth and intensive advanced level qualification for professionals working in the wine industry or for the serious wine enthusiasts looking to delve deeper into the world of wine.
£675.00
More Info
Wed 09
Feb
- 2022 -
Explore Burgundy and Loire
This fabulous evening wine tasting Bristol city centre is a tour through two of France's most well loved regions. From elegant, crisp and aromatic whites of the Loire to Burgundy were we find the wines which have captured many a wine-lover's hea...
£30.00
More Info
Wed 16
Feb
- 2022 -
Discover Italy
Italy is a country that loves wine, and a country where their wine is almost certainly best when drunk with food. Join us for this wine tasting in Bristol as we travel through the very different and fascinating wine regions of Italy
£30.00
More Info
Thu 17
Feb
- 2022 -
Cheese and Wine Matching Evening
Love Cheese? Love Wine? Then why not come along to our cheese and wine matching evenings in Bristol city centre and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home.
£35.00
More Info
Wed 23
Feb
- 2022 -
Explore Spain and Portugal
There is more to Spain than Rioja and Sherry! join us for this fascinating evening wine tasting in Bristol City Centre. We'll explore the very best examples of these two exciting wine-making countries. Stunning wines, unique and different.
£30.00
More Info
Starts
Wed 02
Mar
- 2022 -
4 Week Course - Wine from the Rest of the World - Wednesdays
This 4 Week wine course in Bristol City Centre is a fun, practical introduction to wines showcasing the best from outside of Europe. It is designed specifically for people who enjoy wine and would like to learn more.
£120.00
More Info
Wed 02
Mar
- 2022 -
Enjoy Australia and New Zealand
Australia and New Zealand make some of today's most popular styles of wine. Discover what makes them so good and what else these two countries have to offer.
£30.00
More Info
Thu 03
Mar
- 2022 -
Charcuterie, Cheese and Wine Evening
Do you love Charcuterie and Cheese and of course, do you love Wine? If so, this evening food and wine tasting in BristolCity Centre is a must. Join us to explore one of Europe's favourite food and wine pairing...
£35.00
More Info
Wed 09
Mar
- 2022 -
Discover Chile and Argentina
Chile is known for its fresh and fruity wines and very tempting prices while Argentina has been making intense and increasingly complex wines. Both countries have their unique surprises - come and discover more.
£30.00
More Info
Wed 16
Mar
- 2022 -
South Africa and the USA
An evening of showstoppers. South Africa's unique contribution to the world of wine comes from its distinctive history and climate, while wines from the USA firmly rival the best made in Europe. Come and discover more..
£30.00
More Info
Thu 17
Mar
- 2022 -
Cheese and Wine Matching Evening
Love Cheese? Love Wine? Then why not come along to our cheese and wine matching evenings in Bristol city centre and learn more about the best cheese and wine pairings to enjoy at home.
£35.00
More Info
Fri 18
Mar
- 2022 -
Introduction to Wine Evening
Have you always wanted to know more about wine? Then join us for the perfect evening crash-course in Bristol City Centre. We will guide you through how to choose better wine and start you on your journey of wine discovery.
£30.00
More Info
Wed 23
Mar
- 2022 -
Champagne, Sparkling Wine and Fish & Chips night
Come enjoy a decadent evening of fine sparkling wine and a fish & chips supper at the Famous Royal Navy Volunteer in Bristol. The perfect chance to try one of the most spectacular food and wine pairing there is!
Thu 24
Mar
- 2022 -
Chocolate and Wine Matching
If ever there's a wine tasting evening that needs no introduction!
Come and indulge on these special tastings honouring two of life's greatest pleasures: Chocolate and Wine.
£35.00
More Info
Wed 30
Mar
- 2022 -
Champagne, Sparkling Wine and Fish & Chips night
Come enjoy a decadent evening of fine sparkling wine and a fish & chips supper at the Famous Royal Navy Volunteer in Bristol. The perfect chance to try one of the most spectacular food and wine pairing there is!
£42.50
More Info
Sun 03
Apr
- 2022 -
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines Course - CLASSROOM - (Bristol)
The Famous Royal Navy Volunteer
11:00am
This beginner to intermediate level course in Bristol City Centre provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for both wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts alike.
++PLEASE NOTE THIS COURSE BREAKS FOR EASTER++
£375.00
More Info
Sun 12
Jun
- 2022 -
French Wine Scholar (Wine Scholar Guild) Sunday Course
The Famous Royal Navy Volunteer
11:00am
French Wine Scholar is the ideal course for members of the wine trade and avid enthusiasts of French wine. It is a deep dive in to the regions, culture, wines, history and cuisine of France alongside one of the most exciting tasting lineups we offer!
£675.00
More Info