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Top Wake Venues in Bristol
Goodbyes are the hardest but a well-chosen space can make it slightly more comforting for close ones. Tagvenue helps you find a place to gather, share a pint, and send someone off in true Bristol style: gentle, genuine, and surrounded by friends. Bristol’s funeral wake venues are riverside pubs along the Avon, sunlit terraces in Clifton, or cosy halls tucked near St. Nicholas Market. Scroll down, the most heartfelt venues are at your fingertips.
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![Barn Terrace at Windmill Hill City Farm in Bedminster, Bristol]()
from £35
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBarn Terrace
30 guestsWindmill Hill City FarmBedminster, BristolA truly unique, rustic, semi-outdoor space to hire for parties and events. You can bring your own drinks, food or even order catering from our award-winning café. -
![Cafe at Windmill Hill City Farm in Bedminster, Bristol]()
from £69
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityCafe
36 guestsWindmill Hill City FarmBedminster, BristolThe City Farm Cafe is a beautiful space set on the edge of Windmill Hill City Farm. In the lighter summer evenings, it’s a bright, welcoming space and the doors can be left open to let the outside in. -
![Library at Hotel du Vin Bristol City Centre in Bristol City Centre]()
from £350
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityLibrary
44 guestsHotel du Vin Bristol City CentreBristol City CentreThe Janneau Bar and Christie’s Library are located on the first floor of the hotel, accessible by both stairs and a lift. This room has a capacity of up to 60 guests and features natural daylight, plenty of comfortable seating, -
![The Terrace at Table Five in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Terrace
14 guestsTable FiveClifton, BristolThe Sun Terrace at Table 5 is one of Clifton's best spots for people-watching and alfresco dining. Situated right on Whiteladies Road, this outdoor space is ideal for smaller groups looking to enjoy a relaxed afternoon or -
![The Balcony at St Nicholas Church in Bristol Old City]()
from £80
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Balcony
40 guestsSt Nicholas ChurchBristol Old CityThe balcony overlooking the modern church nave is an inviting and well-designed space that stands out in its own right. Flooded with natural light from large windows, it comfortably accommodates up to 60 people, making it -
![The John James Room at Windmill Hill City Farm in Bedminster, Bristol]()
from £29
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe John James Room
30 guestsWindmill Hill City FarmBedminster, BristolA bright multi-use room for private hire, the John James Room has its own simple kitchen (suitable for basic food preparation and making tea and coffee) and French doors that open onto our lovely farm grounds. -
![Garden Theatre at Windmill Hill City Farm in Bedminster, Bristol]()
from £69
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGarden Theatre
80 guestsWindmill Hill City FarmBedminster, BristolAn open-air event space at the farm offering a relaxed, informal environment for live arts events and more. Features include tiered curved seating, a bamboo decked stage, sound desk, uplighting, storage, and sound buffer -
![The Caraboo Room at Ritorno Lounge in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Caraboo Room
120 guestsRitorno LoungeHarbourside, BristolLocated on our top floor, The Caraboo Room is an exclusive private event space designed for special occasions. Complete with its own private bar, kitchen, and lift access, this versatile room combines style, comfort, and -
![The Nave at St Nicholas Church in Bristol Old City]()
from £120
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Nave
220 guestsSt Nicholas ChurchBristol Old CitySt Nicholas Church, Bristol is a stunning 13th-century church located in the heart of Bristol, England. The church is famous for its medieval architecture. -
![Training Room at Windmill Hill City Farm in Bedminster, Bristol]()
from £33
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityTraining Room
40 guestsWindmill Hill City FarmBedminster, BristolWindmill Hill City Farm is a registered charity and 4.5-acre green space in South Bristol, just a 20-minute walk from the city centre. Our site features a café and farm shop, community and kitchen gardens, farm animals, play -
![Hayward Saloon at SS Great Britain in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £900
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityHayward Saloon
45 guestsSS Great BritainHarbourside, BristolWhether you're hosting a small corporate event or a private celebration, the Hayward Saloon offers a unique and memorable venue that reflects the grandeur and elegance of the SS Great Britain. -
![First Class Dining Saloon at SS Great Britain in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £2000
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityFirst Class Dining Saloon
160 guestsSS Great BritainHarbourside, BristolWhether for a corporate event or a personal celebration, the First Class Dining Saloon offers a unique and prestigious venue that will leave a lasting impression on all attendees.
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Hire Featured Restaurants for Funeral Receptions
from £3000
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Whole restaurant
120
250
Coq Bristol
Clifton, Bristol
Our restaurant space includes private use of our premium bar, downstairs and mezzanine space, as well as access to our private garden. Capacity inside ranges from 60 people seated to 120 standing.
from £300
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
The Restaurant
190
250
The Lost & Found Bristol
Clifton, Bristol
#Supervenue
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Partyplanner
“Overall the venue was perfect for our party.”
“Overall the venue was perfect for our party.”
from £50
hire fee / per hour
hire fee / per hour
Brown & Bye Restaurant & Bar
40
70
Brown & Bye
Hotwells, Bristol
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Ashley P.
“Thank you so much to the team for letting us host our baby shower at your venue.”
“Thank you so much to the team for letting us host our baby shower at your venue.”
from £1000
minimum spend / per evening
minimum spend / per evening
The Board Walk Restaurant
70
80
The Board Walk
Harbourside, Bristol
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Rachel M.
“Great venue. Staff super friendly and flexible.”
“Great venue. Staff super friendly and flexible.”
from £1000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
The Main Dining Room
80
Table Five
Clifton, Bristol
Located in Clifton, the restaurant brings together Turkish favourites, smoky mangal cooking, and shared dining that naturally turns into longer lunches, group dinners, and big celebrations that stretch into the evening.
from £500
hire fee / per day
hire fee / per day
Versatile Event Space
50
80
Cooking It
Ashley, Bristol
The main room and bar area are large and bright. Small enclosed garden. There is a commercial kitchen at the back. Wifi, Bathroom. You can hire our event space for weddings, birthday parties, film productions or on Christmas
FAQs about Top Wake Venues in Bristol
Booking costs of funeral wake venues average £575 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 June 2026:
| From £300 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
| From £35 | to £80 | hire fee per hour |
| From £500 | to £1800 | hire fee per day |
You'll find funeral wake 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 (June 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average £575 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 70 and 80 guests | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average £120 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.5 mi from central Bristol, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Main bar at Clubhaus Harbourside
on Welsh Back - 0.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘I booked this venue for my 40th birthday party and we had the best time!’ -
The Bristow Ballroom at DoubleTree by Hilton Bristol City Centre
on Redcliffe Way - 0.4 mi from centre.
Venue said: Its central Bristol location also makes it a convenient option for guests travelling from across the city or heading out afterwards. The ballroom can accommodate up to 300 seated guests and suits both private and corporate... -
Library at Hotel du Vin Bristol City Centre
on The Sugar House Narrow Lewins Mead - 0.5 mi from centre.
Venue said: This room has a capacity of up to 60 guests and features natural daylight, plenty of comfortable seating, and its own private bar.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for funeral wake venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Space | prices average £1000 hire fee per day | typically between 60 and 150 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £900 hire fee per event | typically between 40 and 80 guests |
| Pub | prices average £300 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 45 guests |
| Bar | prices average £1150 minimum spend per event | typically between 70 and 200 guests |
| University / Academic Building | prices average £1000 hire fee per day | typically between 60 and 150 guests |
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