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This Grade II listed pub sits in the centre of Gloucester and has been serving locals and travellers for generations.
The listed status reflects the building's genuine architectural and historical importance to the area, and you'll find real character throughout, with period features that reveal its age and evolution. As a working inn rather than a chain venue, it gives you an authentic sense of how people in Gloucester actually spend their time, rather than a polished tourist experience.
The pub is conveniently located whether you're exploring the cathedral city's medieval streets, visiting the Docks, or simply wandering the historic centre. It's an easy spot to settle in for a drink and a meal while absorbing the real atmosphere of the town. The building's heritage status means there's proper substance here beyond the usual pub fare.
Gloucester itself offers plenty to explore, from the impressive cathedral to the waterfront, so the Cross Keys makes an ideal place to pause during your wanderings. You'll find it's the kind of establishment that reflects the town's authentic character rather than offering a staged version of it. If you're after a traditional pub experience with genuine local roots, this is worth visiting while you're in the area.
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