The Isambard Kingdom Brunel, Portsmouth
The Isambard Kingdom Brunel is a well-known Wetherspoon pub, named to honour the famed 19th-century civil engineer who was born in Portsmouth in 1806. It occupies a grand historic structure, noted for its decorative frontage and impressive columned entrance.
Inside, you’ll find spacious seating, high ceilings, and traditional décor-wood paneling, plush carpets, and large mirrors-faithfully reflecting the venue’s Victorian character. It’s one of Portsmouth’s largest bars, boasting a well-stocked selection of cask ales, real beer, and a full liquor license. The pub serves food from morning until late at night, including vegetarian and plant-based options, and features live sports on multiple screens for guests to enjoy.
The Isambard Kingdom Brunel is known not just for its drinks and décor, but for its lively calendar of events and social atmosphere.
Inside, you’ll find spacious seating, high ceilings, and traditional décor-wood paneling, plush carpets, and large mirrors-faithfully reflecting the venue’s Victorian character. It’s one of Portsmouth’s largest bars, boasting a well-stocked selection of cask ales, real beer, and a full liquor license. The pub serves food from morning until late at night, including vegetarian and plant-based options, and features live sports on multiple screens for guests to enjoy.
The Isambard Kingdom Brunel is known not just for its drinks and décor, but for its lively calendar of events and social atmosphere.
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Sight Name: The Isambard Kingdom Brunel
Sight Location: Portsmouth, England (See walking tours in Portsmouth)
Sight Type: Food/Drink
Sight Location: Portsmouth, England (See walking tours in Portsmouth)
Sight Type: Food/Drink
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Travel Distance: 0.4 Km or 0.2 Miles
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.4 Km or 0.2 Miles