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Hunting for a suitable bar venue for hire in Bristol? Well, whether it’s a graduation or a birthday party, Tagvenue has many venues that are sure to please. Bristol is the perfect place to go if you want to chill out with delicious cocktails or a pint of beer. Start your search using our smart filters and whether you are looking for a small pub in the Old City or a larger bar near the Harbourside, we can help you find what you need. Get your search started and book today, Bristol’s fantastic private bars are waiting for you!
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Bar 2 is a private Bar in Barbara's Bier Haus Bristol defined by a music-and-dance focus that supports DJ-led music and dancing. Design: The interior pairs dark timber panelling and framed Bavarian signage with painted floral
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Karaoke Room at Barbara’s Bier Haus is your private stage to let loose, belt it out, and bring the house down. Tucked away at the back of Bar 2 on the first floor, this space is perfect for those who like their parties with
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The Function Room at Industry Bar & Kitchen is a bright, private space with a heart-warming design. There’s a mix of high tables, low stools, and a few bar-height seats by the front windows.
Booking costs of private bars average £500 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Bristol, based on Tagvenue data:
| From £300 | to £1150 | minimum spend per event |
| From £20 | to £50 | per person |
| From £200 | to £540 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
Green Rose Room at Blame Gloria Bristol
in Bristol Old City - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Lovely venue and great staff too! Will definitely be booking again next year!’
Totos' Lounge Bar at Totos by the River
in Redcliffe - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Bar was well stocked. Plenty of seating inside yet good floor space for dancing.’
Lower Ground Bar at The Cocktail Club Bristol Corn Street
in Bristol Old City - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Good space for my celebration Tucked away so it was private Good sound system...’
You'll find private bars in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Bristol, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 55 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 155 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Bristol, available to book on Tagvenue:
Smaller private bars usually fit up to 60 guests standing. Here are some great options in Bristol, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
Riverview Corner Private Area at Totos by the River, rated 4.9/5 - lounge for 45 guests
Venue said: Semi-Private Riverside Space – Up to 45 Guests | Central Bristol (BS1) Grab your friends and celebrate in style! Our cosy semi-private area is perfect for birthdays, small parties, work socials, or casual catch-ups.
Downstairs/Bar Area at Fish Tales - Bristol - bar for 25 guests
Venue said: Downstairs/Bar Area is a Bar in Fish Tales - Bristol. The space has an intimate low-ceiling layout that frames small-group gatherings. Design: The room has dark walls, a checkerboard-style tiled floor, plush banquette seating...
Upstairs Private Dining Room at Hole in the Wall, rated 4.6/5 - dining room for 35 guests
Our user said: ‘We booked the private room for a 70th birthday celebration.’
Cheap private bars in Bristol start from £150 hire fee per event or £200 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
Totos' Lounge Bar at Totos by the River, from £150 hire fee per event
(up to 120 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue itself was incredibly good value for money, including the food!’
Green Rose Room at Blame Gloria Bristol, from £200 minimum spend per event
(up to 50 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Lovely venue and great staff too! Will definitely be booking again next year!’
Hold Bar at Grain Barge, from £35 hire fee per hour
(up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: It’s pretty flexible, so you can use it for birthdays, small weddings, or just a get-together that feels a bit different from the usual setup. There’s a private bar, plus a stage and sound system if you want music or something...
In Bristol, private bars are most commonly booked for 30 to 75 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
| Birthday Party | Usually between £150 and £1,000. |
User who booked Totos' Lounge Bar at Totos by the River for 48 guests
said: ‘We had a work summer party and we can’t fault Toto’s!’ |
| Party | Usually between £150 and £950. |
User who booked Cocktail Lounge at The Green Rooms Bristol for 35 guests
said: ‘Lovely venue, accommodating and really kind bar staff.’ |
| Christmas Party | Usually between £250 and £1,100. |
User who booked Entire Venue at Bloom Cocktail Bar and Nightclub for 140 guests
said: ‘3 bars with comfortable seating and standing areas.’ |
| Meeting | Usually between £500 and £1,100. |
User who booked Meeting & Networking Room at Totos by the River for 22 guests
said: ‘The space itself was perfect for a presentation and the technology (wireless projector) worked flawlessly.’ |
Bristol is a town well known for its vibrant and exciting nightlife. You will find no shortage of bars here, whatever your particular needs. From pubs to cocktail bars, wine bars and private bar function rooms, this city has just what you need. Many of these places will allow you to hire the whole venue, although some can offer private bars or function spaces away from the main tap room. It’s worth noting that some locations offer live music that may or may not conflict with your plans for your event, especially if you want to have your own music or a DJ, so check with the venue manager ahead of time.
Start your hunt in the Old City, in this district you can find a wide variety of pubs and clubs of every size to suit all tastes, some even with waterfront views. If you look south and across the river, there are some more traditional bars in Wapping Wharf and along Redcliffe Way. Heading up north, away from the Avon towards Broadmead and Brandon you will encounter more venues, including The Milk Thistle, a four-floor cocktail bar with a hidden entrance which is sure to delight those with adventurous guests!
The Secret Bar at the Lost and Found was a lovely private area which was nicely decorated. The cocktails were professionally made and were amazing. The staff were lovely too.
Totos was a great venue to host a party - the downstairs bar was ideal, the ability to play our own music and play videos was great, and the flexibility to do what we wanted in the space was very appreciated
Booked out Eddie's room for my little brother's stag and it was great! I was able to preorder a lot of food and drink for the deposit price and we got excellent service for both through the night. There was about 15 of us and the room was the perfect size for that kind of group - we had pool, shuffle board, and darts. The manager was also kind enough to help with setting up a laptop connection to the TV so we could put our own media through it :) I would definitely recommend the room for any similar size event!
The secret bar room was lovely, the staff were helpful and friendly, food/drinks adequately priced. Had my wedding party here and it was beautiful, would recommend.
The place is so pretty, great service, 100% worth the money would defo recommend and defo book again in the future
We had our engagement party here last weekend and it was the best night! The bar was super spacious and the staff were really friendly and really accommodating!
Had my 30th here - private hire it was so much fun! we had our own music and everyone loved it - especially the dance floor - Kelsie was amazing at getting everything organised thanks so much!!
Friendly staff and very attentive, the two servers we had downstairs were so lovely and approachable. All the staff were great and nothing was too much, thank you so much for the lovely evening.
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