While it's always sad saying farewell to summer, there are some things to like about autumn.
After all, few things beat sticking your woolly jumper on and heading to a cosy pub for a few pints.
Bristol is filled with snug boozers that really come into their own in the colder months, many of which boast a roaring fire and serve a cracking roast dinner.
With the 10pm curfew adding further uncertainty for publicans across the city, why not show your support by visiting one or two of the below pubs over the coming weeks?
There are definitely worse ways to spend an afternoon...
The Cadbury
Richmond Road, Montpelier
As well as boasting a covered patio area which will soon welcome patio heaters, The Cadbury also has an open fire, making it perfect for those autumn days.
The Montpelier pub also has a fantastic food menu, including a top notch Sunday roast, and an eclectic soundtrack to enjoy.
Christmas Steps
City centre
Dating back to the 16th century and with exposed brickwork, an old log burner, a higgledy-piggledy layout and high ceiling beams, the pub wouldn't be out of place in a Harry Potter novel.
Like any good pub The Christmas Steps has a first-rate beer offering, with a solid choice of locally-sourced tipples across five cask pumps and four keg lines.
Hillgrove Porter Stores
Hillgrove St North, Kingsdown
The Hillgrove Porter Stores is one of Bristol's finest pubs in the eyes of many and it's easy to see why, with a fantastic atmosphere and cracking selection of ales.
Another string to its bow is its roast dinner, which is not only delicious and reasonably priced but can be eaten as late as 9pm. Result.
The Famous Royal Navy Volunteer
King Street, city centre
If the 25 or so draught real ales and ciders aren't enough to bring a rosy glow to your cheeks at this historic King Street pub, the roaring fire certainly will on colder evenings.
The Albion
Boyce's Avenue, Clifton
The Albion is one of Clifton's most popular pubs, with plenty of leather arm chairs and deep sofas to snuggle into for an afternoon in front of the fire.
People also like it for the overall vibe and the food on offer.
The Pipe & Slippers
Cheltenham Road
Sister pub to The Lazy Dog, The Pipe & Slippers has a timeless look down to the leather armchairs, handled beer glasses and crackling real fire.
If the picture above doesn't invite you in, we don't know what will.
The Spotted Cow
North Street, Southville
With candles dotted throughout the pub and arguably one of Bristol's best roast dinners on offer, the Spotted Cow is a cracking autumnal pub.
You can also expect the best soul music played by one of the UK's oldest DJs and a well-stocked bar.
The Bank Tavern
City centre
The Bank Tavern is renowned for its award-winning roast dinner but it's worth visiting on any day of the week, not just Sunday.
Tucked away down a side street, it's a cosy retreat perfect for enjoying a few pints away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre.
The Lion
Church Lane, Cliftonwood
Tucked away in a quiet backstreet in Clifton Wood, this family-run Victorian pub has a lovely log fire in the back room to keep you warm as you tuck into the home-cooked food and range of real ales.
The Victoria
Southleigh Road, Clifton
Next to the Lido open air pool, this Grade II-listed two-room Victorian pub has a vast choice of real ales and cider and a real fire to keep you warm, especially during the Tuesday night pub quiz.
Royal Oak
Broad Street, Chipping Sodbury
The large open fireplace in this 17th century coaching house inn is just one reason to stop off at The Royal Oak, which has been run by the same family for more than 40 years.
That, along with the real ales and home-cooked food, of course.
Red Lion
Whitehall Road, Whitehall
Dating back to the early 20th century, the Red Lion's real ales have helped it gain a place in national beer guides, whilst regulars and visitors alike also enjoy the pool table, darts and log-burning fire.
The Swan
Bath Road, Swineford
Owned by Bath Ales brewery, The Swan is located between Bristol and Bath close to the River Avon.
As well as child-friendly garden for summer, there's a real fire burning in the bar during colder months.
The White Hart
Littleton-upon-Severn
Just a 15-minute drive from Bristol, this former 17th Century farmhouse retains many of its original features down to the log fires and cider orchard.
Upton Inn
Brewery Hill, Upton Cheyney
Found via the winding country lanes in the village of Upton Cheney, between Bristol and Bath, the smoky aromas from this lovely inn's on-site smokehouse and grill (open at the weekend) are well matched by the flickering embers of the real fire that warms the pub itself the bar.
