Considering an event in Bristol, but not looking to go all out on hire fees? For a cheaper hire check out the minimum spend option for function rooms, pubs, halls and other venues. So whether you are looking for a cosy pub near the University of Bristol, a wine bar in Clifton or a heritage building with function rooms near Castle Park or the Harbourside, you can rest easy knowing that you’ve hired a venue for free. Just make sure you’ve invited enough guests! Check out all the great minimum spend venues Tagvenue has on offer today!
In Bristol, prices of minimum spend 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 £300 | to £975 | minimum spend per event |
From £15 | to £36 | per person |
From £300 | to £360 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2025), the best options include:
Brown & Bye Restaurant & Bar at Brown & Bye
in Hotwells - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘All of the staff I encountered during the booking process and on the night were lovely and attentive.’
The Lounge at The Lost & Found Bristol
in Clifton - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The venue itself offers a good space and layout for what we needed for the event we held. The food was great.’
Lower Ground Bar at The Cocktail Club Bristol Corn Street
in Bristol Old City - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘A perfect venue for our engagement party, thank you!!’
The Centre is the heart of Bristol and has a variety of venues, including conference centres, galleries, and a range of restaurants ideal for a business or formal event. Stokes Croft is a vibrant area with a diverse community and a selection of independent venues that could be perfect for smaller, more intimate events. For stunning views of the water, head to Harbourside, filled with unique bars, restaurants, and event spaces. Temple Quarter is a recently developed area that is becoming increasingly popular for events, with a variety of modern event spaces and hotels.
Bristol is a lovely historic city, filled with exciting one-of-a-kind venues that are just right for celebrating a birthday, an engagement or an anniversary. Sometimes, when planning an occasion you don’t want to lay out a lot of cash ahead of time. That’s when it makes perfect sense to consider minimum spend - essentially a free venue hire. Minimum spend means that you agree with the venue on the amount you and your group will spend within your session time. But there are a few things you should bear in mind when choosing this type of hire: