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The Southgate Inn sits on the south side of Devizes, a market town in Wiltshire that marks the eastern edge of the Cotswolds region.
Opening hours
- Tue–Fri
- 16:00–23:00
- Sat
- 14:00–24:00
- Sun
- 12:00–21:00
This is a proper local pub where you can settle in with a pint of regional ale or another drink of your choice, paired with solid pub food. It's the kind of place where you can catch up with friends or simply decompress after exploring the town, with a comfortable, unpretentious atmosphere that welcomes both visitors and regulars.
Devizes itself deserves a proper visit. The town has genuine character, built around a vibrant market square and famous for the impressive sequence of Kennet and Avon Canal locks that run through it. These locks are an engineering achievement worth seeing, a reminder of the canal's working heritage. While Devizes sits at the edge of what's often considered Cotswolds territory, the town maintains its own distinct identity and strong sense of history rather than trying to trade on regional associations.
The Southgate Inn gives you an authentic feel for how locals live here. After wandering the market square or spending time by the canal, it's a natural place to land, offering genuine hospitality in a setting that's genuinely part of the community rather than designed for passing visitors.
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