Hosting a networking night, wedding welcome drinks, or a corporate celebration? In Bristol you will find the best and most unique drinks reception venues for all occasions: weddings, bridal showers, team wins, or just a simple catch up with your mates. Ready to browse and find places that offer the best concoctions mixed with great service and a lovely atmosphere? Discover top drinks reception locations right here.
Booking costs of drinks reception venues 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 £750 | minimum spend per event |
| From £15 | to £35 | per person |
| From £100 | to £1000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Entire Venue at Bloom Bristol Cocktail Bar and Nightclub
in Harbourside - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, super friendly staff, lots of choice for drinks, great music. Would definitely recommend.’
Main bar at Clubhaus Harbourside
in Bristol Old City - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘I booked this venue for my 40th birthday party and we had the best time!’
Terrace 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 drinks reception venues 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 (September 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £400 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 85 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 105 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Bristol, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average £800 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 80 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £700 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 65 guests |
| Bar | prices average £400 minimum spend per event | typically between 100 and 200 guests |
| Cocktail Bar | prices average £300 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| Event Space | prices average £230 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 70 guests |
Smaller drinks reception venues usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Bristol, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Drinks Area at Dirty Martini Bristol, rated 4.3/5 - event space for 30 guests
Our user said: ‘Very well organised and all the welcome drinks were ready on arrival as ordered staff were attentive.’
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. It was great to have a private room.’
Silver Dining Room at The Ashton, rated 5/5 - dining room for 25 guests
Venue said: Whether you're hosting a sit-down meal for up to 20 guests or a more relaxed buffet and drinks event for up to 25, The Silver Room offers the perfect backdrop for any occasion.
Cheap drinks reception venues in Bristol start from £200 minimum spend per event or £100 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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!’
Totos' Lounge Bar at Totos by the River, from £100 hire fee per event
(up to 120 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue itself was incredibly good value for money, including the food!’
Drinks Area at The Cocktail Club Bristol Corn Street, from £10 per person
(up to 40 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘A perfect venue for our engagement party, thank you!!’
Page last updated in September 2026
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