Exhibition Venues for Hire in Bristol

The cost of exhibition venues averages around £50 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Bristol, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:

• The Crypt at St Nicholas Church in Bristol Old City - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The venue were able to run a bar for us and we used the PA system which worked perfectly.’

• Wills Hall & Winterstoke Hall at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery in Clifton - rated 4.9/5
  Venue said: If you’re on the search for a genuinely unique and stunning venue, Bristol Museum and Art Gallery is the place to go. We can host both private and corporate events, ranging from cocktail receptions and gala dinners to fashion...

• The Studio at Jump Studios Bristol in Bristol City Centre - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘It was just perfect! The pricing is brilliant and the room was spacious and clean...’

You'll find exhibition 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 (December 2025):

These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Bristol, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Half Venue at Le Vignoble Bristol on Hawkins Lane Finzels Reach - 0.1 mi from centre.
  Venue said: Le Vignoble is a unique venue in Bristol city centre, located in Finzels Reach next to Castle Park. We have restaurant/bar style seating for up to 85 guests, a mixture of seated/standing space for up to 120 guests, or alternatively...
• The Crypt at St Nicholas Church on Saint Nicholas Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The venue were able to run a bar for us and we used the PA system which worked perfectly.’
• Main Event Room at Strange Brew on 10-12 Fairfax Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The event was a huge success thanks to the amazing team at Strange Brew.’

Bristol's city centre is a top choice for exhibitions, offering well-connected venues like Jump Studios Bristol and Unity Studios BS2. Lawrence Hill is another prime location, especially its larger venues like 395 Bristol, which are a great choice for high-capacity events. Meanwhile, Brislington is a great location to find more affordable exhibition spaces with flexible hire terms.

Bristol has many options, from boutique studios like Now Studio Bristol in Easton to industrial warehouse-style venues. If you need a corporate setting, you can opt for spaces like Square Works, while large-scale trade exhibitions are well-served by big stadiums, which can accommodate over 1,000 guests.

If you're expecting a big crowd, spaces like Ashton Gate Stadium (up to 1,900 guests), Circuit Bristol (500+), and Wake The Tiger (500) are perfect. These places have plenty of room for networking, booths, and presentations. If you're looking for a space that balances size and affordability, Strange Brew and Sparks are solid choices.

Yes! If you want a mix of indoor and outdoor space, venues like Future Leap Clifton and The Old Market Assembly offer options. These spaces are great for exhibitions that involve interactive elements, networking areas, or live performances.