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Top Gala Dinner Venues in Bristol
Gala dinner in Bristol? Now that’s a recipe for a night to remember. Whether you're planning an awards ceremony, charity fundraiser, or black-tie celebration, we've got the top gala dinner venues in Bristol ready to impress. You will find grand halls near Clifton, elegant spaces by the Harbourside, or even quirky banquet rooms tucked away in Georgian buildings. Add a few glasses of English fizz, a well-dressed guest list, and you've got yourself a proper Bristol bash. Keep scrolling, your perfect venue’s waiting below.
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![Ballroom at Bristol Grand Hotel by Sunday in Bristol Old City]()
from £2000
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300 guestsBristol Grand Hotel by SundayBristol Old CityDDaisy S.
“They went above and beyond to make sure we were happy, comfortable and everything was running smoothly.” -
![Function Room at Shaftesbury Park in Bristol]()
from £360
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityFunction Room
170 guestsShaftesbury ParkBristolSSarah M.
“Venue and service was fabulous. Cariad was on hand at all times if we needed anything.” -
![Event Suite at M Shed in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £51
per person / per dayCheck availabilityEvent Suite
220 guestsM ShedHarbourside, BristolSSue G.
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![Reception & Dining Rooms at Merchants' Hall in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £1210
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityReception & Dining Rooms
90 guestsMerchants' HallClifton, BristolThe grand Dining Room is an impressive space for hospitality and dining, providing a memorable setting for a banquet, wedding breakfast, formal dinner or buffet lunch. -
![Holder and Wills at Future Inns Hotel Bristol in Old Market, Bristol]()
from £600
hire fee / per morningCheck availabilityHolder and Wills
150 guestsFuture Inns Hotel BristolOld Market, BristolHolder and Wills at Future Inns Hotel Bristol is a contemporary and inviting dining venue that offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Named after the historic figures Joseph Leeson, 1st Earl of Milltown (Holder) and William -
![The Lounge at The Lost & Found Bristol in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Lounge
50 guestsThe Lost & Found BristolClifton, Bristol
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A bright spacious area, overlooking the busy area of Queens Road, Bristol. Perfect space for a lovely event! Colourful and flowery accents make it both cosy and elegant. -
![Private Dining Room at Harvey Nichols Bristol in Broadmead, Bristol]()
from £15
per person / per morningCheck availabilityPrivate Dining Room
12 guestsHarvey Nichols BristolBroadmead, Bristol
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Ideal for intimate breakfasts, lunches or dinners, the Second Floor Private Dining Room is perfect for smaller events and celebrations. If our Private Dining Room meets your needs - excellent! -
![Promenade Deck at SS Great Britain in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £1800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityPromenade Deck
160 guestsSS Great BritainHarbourside, Bristol
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The Promenade Deck is an elegant space on board the ship, with decorative mirrors and sweeping wooden decks. It offers a unique and special venue for pre-dinner drinks and canapes and networking events. -
![Wills Hall & Winterstoke Hall at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £1980
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityWills Hall & Winterstoke Hall
300 guestsBristol Museum & Art GalleryClifton, BristolThere are two main event spaces that can be adjoined. Winterstoke Hall (the front hall) provides a grand entrance foyer, the perfect place for a drinks reception and entertainment. -
![Wills Hall at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £1980
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityWills Hall
300 guestsBristol Museum & Art GalleryClifton, BristolWe can host both private and corporate events, ranging from cocktail receptions and gala dinners to fashion shows, exhibitions, and weddings. Your backdrop will be the impressive Baroque architecture, with glass ceilings -
![Lansdown Restaurant at Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol]()
from £60
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLansdown Restaurant
1000 guestsAshton Gate StadiumBristolThe Lansdown Restaurant holds 1,000 people Theatre style or 850 for a dinner making it one of the largest conference spaces in the South West. It's the [erfect space whether you're planning a social gathering or dinner with -
![Merchants' Hall for Weddings at Merchants' Hall in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £2985
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMerchants' Hall for Weddings
95 guestsMerchants' HallClifton, BristolExclusively yours to enjoy with your family and friends, it can host up to 90 guests in our Reception Room for the ceremony, and for the wedding breakfast in our Dining Room.
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FAQs about Top Gala Dinner Venues in Bristol
Prices of gala dinner venues in Bristol average around £51 per person. The exact costs depend on the room size, audiovisual equipment (such as projectors or microphones), or high-speed Wi-Fi. Additional services, such as catering or on-site coordinators, may cost extra. Flexible configurations for presentations, workshops, or networking, along with amenities such as parking or dedicated breakout rooms, will also affect the price. See usual price ranges in Bristol, based on Tagvenue data, as of September 2025:
| From £35 | to £60 | per person |
| From £600 | to £1980 | hire fee per event |
| From £1000 | to £2000 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:
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Function Room at Shaftesbury Park in Bristol - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Venue and service was fabulous.’ -
Wills Hall & Winterstoke Hall at Bristol Museum & Art Gallery in Clifton - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: Wills Hall (the rear hall) is the centerpiece of the museum, complete with a grand staircase and chandeliers, ideal for dinners, receptions, product launches, fashion shows, and charity events. -
Second Floor Restaurant at Harvey Nichols Bristol in Broadmead - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: From breakfasts and afternoon teas, to canapés, lunches and dinners, bespoke menus can be created to suit your occasion – along with an extensive wine list to match.
