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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.” -
![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.” -
![Viridor Theatre at SS Great Britain in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £32
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityViridor Theatre
150 guestsSS Great BritainHarbourside, BristolCCathy T.
“Great to enjoy being somewhere just a little different to a nameless and forgettable meeting room.” -
![Riverview Corner Private Area at Totos by the River in Redcliffe, Bristol]()
from £1
hire fee / per afternoonCheck availabilityRiverview Corner Private Area
40 guestsTotos by the RiverRedcliffe, Bristol
#Supervenue
EEmily M.
“I hired out Totos by the River for my friends baby shower, and it was fantastic!” -
![Riverview Nook | Private Area at Totos by the River in Redcliffe, Bristol]()
from £1
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityRiverview Nook | 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!” -
![Unity Loft Space at Unity Studios BS2 in Bristol City Centre]()
from £13
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityUnity Loft Space
60 guestsUnity Studios BS2Bristol City Centre
#Supervenue
TTodd G.
“Prompt and thorough communication, good location, light and airy 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!” -
![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.” -
![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.” -
![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 averages around £650 hire fee per day. 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 February 2026:
| From £420 | to £1700 | hire fee per day |
| From £50 | to £150 | hire fee per hour |
| From £300 | to £900 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated February 2026), the best options include:
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Main bar at Clubhaus Harbourside in Bristol Old City - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Could not recommend this venue more. I wish I had more events to host to be able to use there services.’ -
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.’ -
Function Room at Shaftesbury Park in Bristol - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Venue and service was fabulous.’
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Bristol, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Event Space at Clockwise Bristol
on Counterslip - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Whether you’re hosting a large celebration, an intimate networking session, or a seminar, our space comfortably accommodates up to 100 guests. With its adaptable layout and range of configurations, the Lounge can be transformed... -
Riverview Corner Private Area at Totos by the River
on 121 Redcliff Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Lovely venue, Caroline was so helpful pre the night, giving me lots of info and making me feel at ease!’ -
Bullseye Zone at Roxy Lanes - Union Street, Bristol
on 13-29 Union Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Venue said: Fast-paced and competition-ready, The Bullseye Zone is built for groups who want maximum playtime and variety. Combining tech-driven darts with classic pool, this space is perfect for tournaments, team challenges, or spirited...
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