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Top Large Event Venues in Bristol
Bristol’s always been about big ideas and even bigger gatherings. So if you're after large event venues here, you’ve landed in exactly the right place. From sprawling industrial spaces in Paintworks to elegant halls near College Green and waterside venues by the Harbourside, we’ve rounded up spaces that can handle serious headcounts without losing the vibe. Think live music, conferences, weddings, galas—you name it, Bristol’s got the room and the energy. Many of our top picks offer in-house AV, catering options, and flexible layouts to make big events feel effortless. Get ready to go big, because in Bristol, large-scale doesn’t mean boring.
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![Main bar at Clubhaus Harbourside in Bristol Old City]()
from £300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityMain bar
100 guestsClubhaus HarboursideBristol Old CityAAlexander M.
“An excellent venue with friendly staff, it was very easy to organise the event and a great location.” -
![Main Event Room at Strange Brew in Bristol Old City]()
from £150
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMain Event Room
330 guestsStrange BrewBristol Old CityHHolly D.
“The event was a huge success thanks to the amazing team at Strange Brew.” -
![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.” -
![The Studio at Jump Studios Bristol in City Centre, Bristol]()
from £13
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Studio
50 guestsJump Studios BristolCity Centre, Bristol
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HHannah P.
“Space was large, has a kitchen and a bathroom, equipped with chairs & tables.” -
![Viridor Theatre at SS Great Britain in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £32
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityViridor Theatre
150 guestsSS Great BritainHarbourside, Bristol
#Supervenue
CCathy T.
“Great to enjoy being somewhere just a little different to a nameless and forgettable meeting room.” -
![River View Bar Small Area at Totos by the River in Redcliffe, Bristol]()
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRiver View Bar Small Area
45 guestsTotos by the RiverRedcliffe, Bristol
#Supervenue
EEmily M.
“I hired out Totos by the River for my friends baby shower, and it was fantastic!” -
![River View Bar Private Area at Totos by the River in Redcliffe, Bristol]()
from £25
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRiver View Bar Private Area
100 guestsTotos by the RiverRedcliffe, Bristol
#Supervenue
JJoanna S.
“Staff were extremely helpful from viewing the venue to collecting items after the event. Buffet was plentiful.” -
![Mezzanine at Revolution Bristol in Bristol Old City]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMezzanine
80 guestsRevolution BristolBristol Old CityJJo L.
“Excellent food, very helpful and friendly staff and a great venue!” -
![The Pink Room & Terrace at Circuit Bristol in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Pink Room & Terrace
150 guestsCircuit BristolHarbourside, BristolMMairaid H.
“Had my 30th here - private hire it was so much fun!” -
![Rooms Combined at The Engine Room in Brislington, Bristol]()
from £25
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRooms Combined
50 guestsThe Engine RoomBrislington, BristolAAshleigh L.
“Would definitely hire out this space 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.” -
![Club Lounge at Shaftesbury Park in Bristol]()
from £360
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityClub Lounge
55 guestsShaftesbury ParkBristolPPat
“The venue was great, the guests enjoyed a lot., adults and kids.”
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FAQs about Top Large Event Venues in Bristol
The cost of large event venues in Bristol averages around £50 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 £32 | to £85 | hire fee per hour |
| From £32 | to £49 | per person |
| From £320 | to £1000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2025), the best options include:
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Main bar at Clubhaus Harbourside in Bristol Old City - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Would definitely host an event there again!’ -
Main Event Room at Strange Brew in Bristol Old City - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘So much was included in the price we payed and I couldn’t be happier with choosing this venue.’ -
The Studio at Jump Studios Bristol in City Centre - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘It was just perfect! The pricing is brilliant and the room was spacious and clean...’
