Gala Dinner Venues for Hire in Bristol

Gala Dinner Venues for Hire in Bristol

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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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Plan an Unforgettable Gala Dinner Event at Bristol’s Halls

Merchants' Hall for Weddings
from £2985
hire fee / per day
Merchants' Hall for Weddings
95
120
Merchants' Hall
(3)
Clifton, Bristol
Hall
Whole venue
With its rich heritage, Merchants' Hall is available for hire in its entirety for weddings, making the most of all our large and small rooms, parking and our terrace and garden.
The Sansovino Hall
from £1500
hire fee / per session
The Sansovino Hall
300
400
Bristol Harbour Hotel
(5)
Bristol Old City
Hall in a Hotel
Private space
Inspired by the grandeur of Sansovino’s 16th Century Library of St. Mark in the Piazzatta at Venice, the former banking hall of the Lloyds Bank building has been transformed into a breathtaking event space.
Winterstoke Hall
from £1
per person / per evening
Winterstoke Hall
250
400
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery
(6)
Clifton, Bristol
Hall in a Museum
Private space
It is a space with a breathtaking ambience both day and night, perfect for drinks receptions, celebrations, gala dinners, and entertainment events. Both Halls can host up to 400 people.
Great Hall
from £2100
hire fee / per morning
Great Hall
800
500
Wills Memorial Building
Clifton, Bristol
Hall in a University / Academic Building
Private space
A sweeping double stone staircase and carved stone vaulted ceiling leading to the impressive Great Hall and Reception Room, both with acres of carved oak, panelled walls and beautiful leaded windows.
Aquam Bibe
from £2400
minimum spend / per session
Aquam Bibe
150
300
Avon Gorge by Hotel du Vin
Clifton, Bristol
Hall in a Hotel
Private space
Aquam Bibe is our event space at Avon Gorge located on the lower ground floor of the hotel. It has it's own internal access via a red carpeted, sweeping marble staircase and has many of the lovingly restored features of the
Anson Rooms
from £1400
hire fee / per day
Anson Rooms
500
900
University of Bristol Students' Union
(7)
Clifton, Bristol
Hall in a University / Academic Building
Private space
Benefiting from copious natural light, the Anson Rooms is flexible, accommodating various layouts and lighting styles, including stage spotlights for performances and brand colours.
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FAQs about Top Gala Dinner Venues in Bristol

Prices of gala dinner venues in Bristol average around £50 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 October 2025:

Prices of gala dinner venues in Bristol
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 October 2025), the best options include:

  • 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...

  • 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.

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 (October 2025):

Small gala dinner venues up to 75 guests prices average £400 minimum spend per event
Medium gala dinner venues between 150 and 250 guests prices average £975 hire fee per event
Large gala dinner venues over 300 guests prices average £1980 hire fee per event

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