Top Graduation Venues in Bristol
They don’t hand out diplomas at the Clifton Suspension Bridge, but crossing it after a degree in Bristol? That’s a rite of passage. And if you’re searching for graduation party venues here, you'll find them all right here. Whether you want trendy bars on Gloucester Road, historic halls in Old Market, or rooftop spaces with harbour views, we’ve got the best spots to toast your achievements – firsts, 2:1s, and even those third-class miracles. Scroll down and let’s get your celebration sorted. You earned it.
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from £150
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityTotos' Lounge Bar
120 guestsTotos by the RiverRedcliffe, Bristol#Supervenue
JJoanna S.
“Buffet was plentiful. DJ was great and kept the party atmosphere. There is a lovely indoor and outdoor space.” -
from £300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityMain bar
100 guestsClubhaus HarboursideBristol Old CityLLydia A.
“I booked this venue for my 40th birthday party and we had the best time!” -
from £15
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityVIP Cocktail Lounge
120 guestsBloom Cocktail Bar and NightclubHarbourside, BristolGGemma W.
“Really lovely venue to hire. We had our 10yr University course reunion here and it was perfect.” -
from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDrinks Area
40 guestsThe Cocktail Club Bristol Corn StreetBristol Old City#Supervenue
LLauren M.
“We had a fantastic time at the cocktail club which we booked for our engagement party.” -
from £1
hire fee / per afternoonCheck availabilityRiverview Corner Private Area
45 guestsTotos by the RiverRedcliffe, Bristol#Supervenue
JJoy S.
“Lovely venue, Caroline was so helpful pre the night, giving me lots of info and making me feel at ease!” -
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBrown & Bye Restaurant & Bar
70 guestsBrown & ByeHotwells, BristolSSusie K.
“The venue was well placed, perfect for private hire and we enjoyed our event very much.” -
from £300
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityUpstairs Private Dining Room
35 guestsHole in the WallBristol Old CityKKris B.
“The space was great and the room hire fee was very fair. Staff were fantastic, friendly and helpful.” -
from £250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Lounge
100 guestsThe Green Rooms BristolHarbourside, Bristol#Supervenue
TThomas K.
“Friendly staff, great communication and a lovely venue!! Would highly recommend to friends and family!!” -
from £2000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityBallroom
310 guestsBristol Grand Hotel by SundayBristol Old CityHHibo M.
“There's also plenty of time made available to set up the venue for the event.” -
from £50
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityRiverview Nook | Private Area
100 guestsTotos by the RiverRedcliffe, Bristol#Supervenue
MMichaela T.
“Space was perfect for private hire. Caroline was incredibly responsive to enquiries. Bar service was quick.” -
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue Hire
400 guestsBlame Gloria BristolBristol Old CityJJarred S.
“Lovely venue and great staff too! Will definitely be booking again next year!” -
from £35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
107 guestsMowgli Street Food BristolBristol Old CityKKatey F.
“Fabulous venue for my birthday lunch of around 40 people. Staff were lovely and the area was just for us.”
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FAQs about Top Graduation Venues in Bristol
Booking costs of graduation party venues average £500 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 £250 | to £800 | minimum spend per event |
| From £20 | to £50 | per person |
| From £300 | to £1400 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Main bar at Clubhaus Harbourside in Bristol Old City - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘I had an absolutely perfect evening. The venue is incredible, both the indoor and outdoor space.’ -
VIP Cocktail Lounge at Bloom Cocktail Bar and Nightclub in Harbourside - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Used this venue for my 30th. Great venue, super friendly staff, lots of choice for drinks, great music.’ -
Totos' Lounge Bar at Totos by the River in Redcliffe - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘DJ was great and kept the party atmosphere. There is a lovely indoor and outdoor space.’
You'll find graduation party 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 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £300 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central Bristol, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Totos' Lounge Bar at Totos by the River
on 121 Redcliff Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘DJ was great and kept the party atmosphere. There is a lovely indoor and outdoor space.’ -
Karaoke Room at Roxy Lanes - Union Street, Bristol
on 13-29 Union Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Ideal for birthday parties, team socials, or celebratory nights out with friends. Our Karaoke Room has a capacity of up to 15 guests and includes the following: • Private karaoke setup with extensive song library • Multiple... -
Main Event Room at Strange Brew
on 10-12 Fairfax Street - 0.3 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘I would highly recommend it to anybody!’
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for graduation party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Space | prices average £200 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 20 and 80 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average £300 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 40 guests |
| Cocktail Bar | prices average £200 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 50 guests |
| Function Room | prices average £1000 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 80 guests |
Smaller graduation party venues usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Bristol, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Drinks Area at Dirty Martini Bristol, rated 4.3/5 - event space for 30 guests
Our user said: ‘Very well organised and all the welcome drinks were ready on arrival as ordered staff were attentive.’ -
Private Dining Room at Browns Bristol - dining room for 20 guests
Venue said: Best for: Graduation celebrations, anniversary meals, group festive dinners Location: Queens Road places the venue on a main thoroughfare near the university and several cultural attractions, giving guests convenient options... -
Karaoke Room at King Pins - Cabot Circus, Bristol, rated 5/5 - karaoke bar for 24 guests
Our user said: ‘Great space, fantastic service...’
Cheap graduation party venues in Bristol start from £50 hire fee per day or £25 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Riverview Nook | Private Area at Totos by the River, from £50 hire fee per day (up to 100 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue , the prices and the staff...’ -
Private Dining Room at Browns Bristol, from £25 minimum spend per event (up to 20 guests standing)
Venue said: Best for: Graduation celebrations, anniversary meals, group festive dinners Location: Queens Road places the venue on a main thoroughfare near the university and several cultural attractions, giving guests convenient options... -
Drinks Area at The Cocktail Club Triangle (Clifton), from £10 per person (up to 50 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘We had a really lovely party. The venue is super. The staff are very good.’
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