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Bar, British, Pub
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed 5 days ago

We were given a very warm welcome as we entered the Aviator. We ordered drinks which came very quickly and looked at the Sunday lunch menu. We saw the fantastic offer of a whole roast chicken with all the trimmings to feed our family of...4. It did not disappoint, a generous size chicken which we carved at the table, plenty of fresh vegetables, yorkshire puddings and stuffing with plenty of gravy was such a good choice for us. Everything was freshly cooked, hot and tasty. 2 of our group had puds, which were of a generous size too and very enjoyable. What also made it such a great experience were the staff. Pat and the team were very attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed. Our lunch at the Aviator was so nice, just a shame that we live 60 miles away or we would be back very soon. We hope to come again when visiting our family in the area.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 5 days ago

Our motorcycle club (Gloster Meteors TOMCC) have been using and made most welcome at The Aviator for some years. Great food, beers and ciders and friendly staff. Great Xmas party, as usual, last Saturday.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 6 days ago

Enjoyed our 1st Glos Metior Xmas party. Great pub. Very friendly . Food is good and plentiful. Good service and well looked after. Perfect place for a party.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 6 days ago

Awesome night, great food, superb service and a fantastic atmosphere as always. Many thanks for a memorable night.

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 6 days ago via mobile

The Aviator did not disappoint a Xmas meal for a large group of us. Food was plentiful and tasty. Not always easy when catering for so many. All served up in a relatively quick fashion too so hot where it was supposed to be. I’d...definitely recommend checking them out if booking a works party or family gathering.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 6 days ago

Our Gloster Meteors end of season party 🥳🎉🥳 has been held at the Aviator For Many years and the food and atmosphere was to awesome as always. Many thanks go to Rich and Pat and all the team of staff. You are like a well...oiled machine and we had an amazing eveningMore

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed 1 week ago

Another excellent Sunday lunch starting with very tasty prawn cocktail followed by roast pork and roast chicken large portions and lovely and hot. Staff are always very friendly and welcoming. Service is very quick. Visited weekdays also serving breakfast, lunch, dinner there is a selection...of nice cakes and hot drinks. Very clean and love all the hanging old planes. We will be back. John & Caroline Morgan.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Patsy Martin, General Manager at The Aviator, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

Hi John and Caroline Thank you so much for your review Looking forward to seeing you soon

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

We had the pie of the day on our 1 visit now the bridge is open again! ! Absolutely chock full of tender beef and tasty homemade pastry, massive portion. One friend needed a doggy bag! On the 2nd visit this month I had jacket...potato with chilli con carne. Just hot enough for me as I don’t like it to hot! They are Always friendly here. Proper pub grub ! Well done. We’ll be back soon no doubt!More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Patsy Martin, General Manager at The Aviator, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

Thank you amazing review Our pies are all homemade so credit to our chefs Hope to see you soon

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

Beautiful decor, very homely and overlooking the airport, stunning at night. Staff were immediately welcoming and friendly throughout our visit. The food was delicious and very generous portions. Can’t recommend this place high enough. Well worth a visit

Date of visit: November 2023
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Patsy Martin, General Manager at The Aviator, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Amazing Thank you for your kind review Hope to see you soon

Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

What a great pub. We had been for breakfast previously and thought we’d try Sunday lunch. A group of 6 with two dogs. It was all fab, starting with the warm welcome to humans and dogs and making sure we were comfy at our table....Followed by great service, really good choices for Sunday Roast ,lots of veggies, gravy and super puddings too. Nothing was too much trouble. Very reasonably priced. Needless to say we will go again.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Patsy Martin, General Manager at The Aviator, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Thank you Anna amazing review Looking forward to seeing you soon

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

The Aviator is a friendly place to go for all the family staff are always welcoming. Our meals was first class and the service was excellent. Definitely a place I would recommend to anyone

Date of visit: November 2023
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Patsy Martin, General Manager at The Aviator, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Thank you so much Amazing

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

The Aviator are now doing themed evenings and yesterday evening happened to be pizza! We were expecting the usual options, but no - the little chalk board notice on the bar advised that you could create your own. It was superb, tomato, onion, peppers, pineapple...and cheddar cheese.More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Patsy Martin, General Manager at The Aviator, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Great review Thank you so much

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

The Aviator is a lovely place to visit. The staff are always extremely friendly and welcoming. Whether visiting for a coffee and teacake in the morning or a home-cooked meal in the evening, the service and value are outstanding. Tonight the lemon syllabub was particularly...delicious and very nostalgic for me as it was just like the ones my Grandma used to make!More

Date of visit: November 2023
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Patsy Martin, General Manager at The Aviator, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Thank you Chris You we’re watching me make it Glad it rekindled your memories of when you were a child It was meant to be Kind regards Patsy

Reviewed 4 weeks ago

Fabulous evening meal with friends and looking forward to coming again. Would thoroughly recommend the chicken burger that was on the specials board.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Patsy Martin, General Manager at The Aviator, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Hi Thank you so much for your amazing review Hope to see you soon Kind regards Patsy

Reviewed 7 October 2023

Excellent place to break your journey on the M5. Superb staff, James and Pat looked after us 👌. Very good quality food with a great selection and a well stocked bar. Smashing outside seating area with a view of the airport runway. Highly recommended.

Date of visit: October 2023
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Patsy Martin, General Manager at The Aviator, responded to this reviewResponded 4 weeks ago

Hello Thank you for your review So kind it was our pleasure to look after you Kind regards Patsy

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Not sure. We were told there was an accessible toilet in the Ladies, as we would have had to go out through the front door, up a steepish ramp on the side of the cafe and then in again through a back door, to avoid steps... More
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The Aviator is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4
  • Service: 4
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4