Best Gin Bars in Salisbury 2026

Ranked by Visitors - updated May 2026

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#1 Top Voted
#1
The Winchester Gate
The Winchester Gate
Rampart Road
#2
Grapevine Wine and Gin
Grapevine Wine and Gin
Milford Street
#3
Moloko Cocktails
Moloko Cocktails
Fisherton Street
#4
The Red Lion Hotel Bar
The Red Lion Hotel Bar
Milford Street
#5
Pitcher and Piano
Pitcher and Piano
Fisherton Street
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AleMasterAlex
2 days ago
The top pub on this list is great on paper but gets absolutely rammed on weekends — you can't move. The pubs lower down the ranking are genuinely more enjoyable if you actually want a conversation.
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SalisburySocial
4 days ago
Real ones know that atmosphere matters more than what's on tap. A few places here have cracking real ales but the vibe of a waiting room. Vote for where you'd actually take a first date.
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The Winchester Gate - Gin Bars Salisbury
The Winchester Gate
Grapevine Wine and Gin - Gin Bars Salisbury
Grapevine Wine and Gin
Moloko Cocktails - Gin Bars Salisbury
Moloko Cocktails
The Red Lion Hotel Bar - Gin Bars Salisbury
The Red Lion Hotel Bar
Pitcher and Piano - Gin Bars Salisbury
Pitcher and Piano
Salisbury Arms - Gin Bars Salisbury
Salisbury Arms
Botanic Cocktail Bar - Gin Bars Salisbury
Botanic Cocktail Bar
Pickled Frog Bistro - Gin Bars Salisbury
Pickled Frog Bistro

What to expect - price guide

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Budget
Great value picks
- Botanic Cocktail Bar
- Pickled Frog Bistro
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Mid-range
Most popular choice
- Moloko Cocktails
- The Red Lion Hotel Bar
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Premium
Top-rated options
- The Winchester Gate
- Grapevine Wine and Gin

Gin Bars in Salisbury - full guide

- The Winchester Gate is currently Salisbury's top-ranked gin bars - voted #1 by locals.

Salisbury is one of the UK's finest cathedral cities and its gin bars scene reflects that — quality, variety and independent spirit.

Everything in the ranked list above is drawn from local knowledge and real community feedback, so you can trust it.

Salisbury is a cathedral city in Wiltshire with a population of around 40,000. Despite its size, it consistently outperforms expectations for the quality and variety of gin bars on offer - particularly along Fisherton Street, the Cathedral Close, and The Maltings shopping centre. The city draws over 5 million visitors a year, many of whom are specifically searching for the best gin bars Salisbury has to offer.

Tips - gin bars in Salisbury

-Book popular gin bars providers ahead — Salisbury's best fill up fast especially at weekends and holidays.
-The city centre, Fisherton Street and The Maltings cover most gin bars needs within a short walk.
-Independent providers dominate — they generally offer better quality and service than chains.
-Always check current opening hours — some providers have seasonal or limited hours.
-Free parking is available at Castle Road after 6pm, making evening gin bars visits easy.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best gin bars in Salisbury?+

Our ranked list above shows the community-voted best gin bars in Salisbury — updated regularly.

Is gin bars easy to find in Salisbury?+

Yes — Salisbury has a wide range of gin bars options across all areas of the city, with most concentrated near the city centre.

Does Salisbury have gin bars near the Cathedral?+

Many of Salisbury's best gin bars options are within 10 minutes' walk of the Cathedral Close.

What areas of Salisbury are best for gin bars?+

Fisherton Street, The Maltings and the city centre have the highest concentration, with Harnham being popular for a quieter riverside setting.

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- Did You Know?

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Salisbury Cathedral was built in just 38 years (1220–1258), which is extraordinarily fast for a medieval building of its size — most cathedrals took centuries.

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Salisbury Cathedral is built on a raft of clay and gravel over a bog — the Victorians added 6,000 tonnes of stone to one side to stop it sinking further.

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Old Sarum is one of the oldest settlements in Britain — it has been continuously occupied since the Iron Age, over 3,000 years ago.