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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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![Lantern Hall at Bristol Beacon in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £2340
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityLantern Hall
270 guestsBristol BeaconHarbourside, BristolFrom gala dinners to exhibitions, give your event a contemporary yet classic feel in this historic space. -
![Ballroom at Bristol Grand Hotel by Sunday in Bristol Old City]()
from £2000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBallroom
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.” -
![Wessex at Bristol Grand Hotel by Sunday in Bristol Old City]()
from £300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityWessex
500 guestsBristol Grand Hotel by SundayBristol Old CitySScott M.
“A fantastic event hosted by the Grand Bristol hotel.” -
![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.
“Fantastic venue, ideally located in the centre.” -
![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 -
![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. -
![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, Bristol
#Supervenue
Holder 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
#Supervenue
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. -
![Promenade Deck at SS Great Britain in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £1800
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityPromenade Deck
160 guestsSS Great BritainHarbourside, BristolThe 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. -
![Whole building at The Old Market Assembly in Old Market, Bristol]()
from £1700
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole building
150 guestsThe Old Market AssemblyOld Market, BristolThe whole venue space is spread over two floors, including the use of a stage, projector, and fully stocked bar. With separate semi-private spaces available and use of the roof terrace outside. -
![The Restaurant at The Lost & Found Bristol in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £600
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Restaurant
190 guestsThe Lost & Found BristolClifton, Bristol
#Supervenue
A large room which can be closed off to the public to make it private. This space can hold large numbers of people in excess of 200-250. Sit down, buffet, conference, banquet and standing events are all possible as well as
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Prices of gala dinner venues average around £1400 hire fee per event. 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 January 2026:
| From £600 | to £1980 | hire fee per event |
| From £35 | to £60 | per person |
| From £500 | to £2400 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated January 2026), 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 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 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.’
You'll find gala dinner 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 (January 2026):
| Small | up to 100 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 200 and 300 guests | prices average £975 hire fee per event |
| Large | over 310 guests | prices average £1980 hire fee per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Bristol, available to book on Tagvenue:
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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.’ -
Holder and Wills at Future Inns Hotel Bristol
on Bond Street South - 0.3 mi from centre.
Venue said: Whether you're stopping by for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, Holder and Wills provides a relaxed and stylish setting to enjoy a delicious meal in the heart of Bristol. -
Ballroom at Bristol Grand Hotel by Sunday
on Broad Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘A fantastic event hosted by the Grand Bristol hotel.’
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