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Top Galleries in Bristol
Galleries provide a unique and visually appealing setting for special events. Ready to plan your event in one of Bristol’s best galleries? Explore your options with our curated listings. From spaces in trendy Park Street to large historic galleries in the bustling city centre or quirky local spots in lovely Clifton, there's plenty to discover. Use our smart search to filter by price, capacity, amenities, and more. Make a shortlist of your favourites, compare offers, and complete your booking entirely online. Find the perfect spot for your event in Bristol and book today!
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![Landing, Balcony & Kenny at Royal West Of England Academy in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £675
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityLanding, Balcony & Kenny
70 guestsRoyal West Of England AcademyClifton, BristolThe RWA is opening its iconic Grade II* listed landing and balcony for exclusive evening hire as well as the smaller Kenny Gallery for more intimate events. -
![Sharples and Winterstoke at Royal West Of England Academy in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £975
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilitySharples and Winterstoke
220 guestsRoyal West Of England AcademyClifton, BristolWith beautifully constructed interiors filled with natural light, these 19th century galleries have housed works from the big names in British Art including Turner, Constable, Nash and Grayson Perry. -
![Youngwood Room at Royal West Of England Academy in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £300
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityYoungwood Room
30 guestsRoyal West Of England AcademyClifton, BristolThe RWA’s Youngwood room is the perfect place if you want to host a meeting or away day. The room is available for both day time and evening hire, and is a truly versatile space. -
![Lounge Bar at Circuit Bristol in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge Bar
100 guestsCircuit BristolHarbourside, BristolMMel W.
“Brilliant venue for a private party- the communication beforehand was amazing!” -
![Studio with Roof Terrace at Highvibe Studio in Bedminster, Bristol]()
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityStudio with Roof Terrace
100 guestsHighvibe StudioBedminster, BristolMMichelle C.
“Space was exactly what I was after. Good lighting and layout.” -
![Clifton Event Space at Future Leap Clifton: Carbon Neutral venue in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £48
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityClifton Event Space
45 guestsFuture Leap Clifton: Carbon Neutral venueClifton, BristolRRebecca L.
“Another time we can book additional rooms to break out/have lunch/tea/coffee.” -
![The Lounge at The Lost & Found Bristol in Clifton, Bristol]()
from £400
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Lounge
75 guestsThe Lost & Found BristolClifton, Bristol
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NNigel H.
“People liked the venue and knew where it was. Staff were friendly. Has capacity for large meetings or parties.” -
![The Wallace Lounge at Armada House in Bristol Old City]()
from £72
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Wallace Lounge
60 guestsArmada HouseBristol Old CitySSamantha H.
“The room was beautiful, there was lots of space for dancing and for people to sit as needed.” -
![The Balcony at St Nicholas Church in Bristol Old City]()
from £60
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Balcony
70 guestsSt Nicholas ChurchBristol Old CitySSara H.
“The layout and atmosphere of the venue was perfect and we would very happily come back again.” -
![Function Room at Shaftesbury Park in Bristol]()
from £360
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityFunction Room
250 guestsShaftesbury ParkBristolSSarah M.
“Venue and service was fabulous. Cariad was on hand at all times if we needed anything.” -
![The Brunel Room at Armada House in Bristol Old City]()
from £48
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Brunel Room
50 guestsArmada HouseBristol Old CityJJoanne M.
“The venue was lovely and had everything we required.” -
![Event Suite at M Shed in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £51
per person / per dayCheck availabilityEvent Suite
300 guestsM ShedHarbourside, BristolSSue G.
“Fantastic venue, ideally located in the centre.”
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FAQs about Top Galleries in Bristol
The cost of galleries in Bristol averages around £60 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 October 2025:
| From £45 | to £85 | hire fee per hour |
| From £500 | to £1400 | hire fee per day |
| From £360 | to £1980 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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Lounge Bar at Circuit Bristol in Harbourside - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Had my 30th here - private hire it was so much fun!’ -
The Balcony 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.’ -
The Wallace Lounge at Armada House in Bristol Old City - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Everything was set up when we arrived, the two staff members were fantastic.’
You'll find galleries 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 galleries | up to 60 guests | prices average £48 hire fee per hour |
| Medium galleries | between 75 and 200 guests | prices average £1200 hire fee per day |
| Large galleries | over 250 guests | prices average £1980 hire fee per event |
Private events in art galleries or museum galleries often benefit from the unique ambiance created by surrounding exhibits. Artworks or historic artefacts can help create a sophisticated and interesting setting for your celebration. It's important to clarify with the gallery management beforehand to understand what aspects of the exhibits can be viewed during your event and how you can ensure their safety throughout your hire.
