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Top Venues by the Water in Bristol
Events by the water always bring a little extra atmosphere. You’ll find fantastic waterfront venues in Bristol where the setting does half the work for you. These venues are perfect for celebrations, parties, and social gatherings where guests can enjoy great views alongside good food and drinks. Around the Floating Harbour there are plenty of spots to choose from, including stylish restaurants along Wapping Wharf, relaxed bars near Millennium Square, and unique spaces with terraces overlooking the water. Find a waterside setting that makes your event stand out.
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![Brown & Bye Restaurant & Bar at Brown & Bye in Hotwells, Bristol]()
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.” -
![Main bar at Clubhaus Harbourside in Bristol Old City]()
from £300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityMain bar
100 guestsClubhaus HarboursideBristol Old CityAAnderson B.
“We hired Clubhaus for our Wedding reception. Lovely space, nicely laid out and clean.” -
![The Top Deck at The Ostrich in Redcliffe, Bristol]()
from £700
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Top Deck
45 guestsThe OstrichRedcliffe, Bristol
#Supervenue
The Ostrich is a waterfront pub that pairs homestyle British cooking with a broad beer and rum selection. Venue highlights: A raised Top Deck and an extensive waterside terrace provide purpose-built outdoor areas for hires.
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![Riverview Corner Private Area at Totos by the River in Redcliffe, Bristol]()
from £1
hire fee / per afternoonCheck availabilityRiverview Corner Private 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!” -
![Totos' Lounge Bar at Totos by the River in Redcliffe, Bristol]()
from £150
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityTotos' Lounge Bar
120 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.” -
![Bar 1 Reserved Area at Barbara's Bier Haus Bristol in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBar 1 Reserved Area
25 guestsBarbara's Bier Haus BristolHarbourside, BristolBar 1 Reserved Area is a semi-private event space in Barbara's Bier Haus Bristol characterised by timber-framed, booth-style alcoves that separate groups within the bar.
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![The Projection Suite at Brown & Bye in Hotwells, Bristol]()
from £50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Projection Suite
30 guestsBrown & ByeHotwells, BristolRRae S.
“The venue had a mix of standing and seating areas, comfortably fit the 40-60 guests that we had.” -
![Meeting room- GM1 at Clockwise Bristol in Redcliffe, Bristol]()
from £64
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMeeting room- GM1
8 guestsClockwise BristolRedcliffe, BristolA large meeting room equipped with a 65" screen and a Crestron video conferencing system. The room offers seating for up to eight people and a scenic river view.
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![Whole Venue at Sixes Bristol in Harbourside, Bristol]()
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityWhole Venue
155 guestsSixes BristolHarbourside, BristolSixes Cricket Bristol – Private Hire Looking for a private venue with a difference? Sixes Cricket Bristol is the perfect space for parties, celebrations, corporate events and group experiences.
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![The Boat at Three Brothers Burgers in Bristol Old City]()
from £100
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityThe Boat
50 guestsThree Brothers BurgersBristol Old CityThe Boat is a bright and airy space on the water, which can seat up to 75 guests seated and accommodate 50 guests standing. The space is beautiful, light, spacious, and perfect for a private party.
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![Garden Theatre at Windmill Hill City Farm in Bedminster, Bristol]()
from £69
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityGarden Theatre
120 guestsWindmill Hill City FarmBedminster, BristolGarden Theatre is a private outdoor theatre in Windmill Hill City Farm characterised by timber tiered seating that frames a central performance area. Design: The space uses untreated timber, low-rise construction and informal
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![Junkyard at Wake The Tiger in Bristol]()
from £1000
hire fee / per eveningCheck availabilityJunkyard
110 guestsWake The TigerBristolJunkyard is a private outdoor space at Wake The Tiger characterised by a large tensile canopy sheltering timber picnic-style seating. Design: The area sits against an industrial perimeter of corrugated metal and reclaimed-wood
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FAQs about Top Venues by the Water in Bristol
The cost of waterfront venues averages around £575 minimum spend per event. 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 £500 | to £700 | minimum spend per event |
| From £150 | to £500 | hire fee per event |
| From £50 | to £69 | hire fee per hour |
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 booked this venue for my 40th birthday party and we had the best time!’ -
Riverview Corner Private Area at Totos by the River in Redcliffe - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Nice atmosphere at the venue, lovely background of the river.’ -
Brown & Bye Restaurant & Bar at Brown & Bye in Hotwells - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The venue had a mix of standing and seating areas, comfortably fit the 40-60 guests that we had.’
These are the venues within 0.2 mi from central Bristol, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Meeting room- GM1 at Clockwise Bristol
on Counterslip - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: The room offers seating for up to eight people and a scenic river view. Available for booking Monday to Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM. Complimentary tea, coffee, and snacks are provided. -
Wine Cellar Mixed Seating at Le Vignoble Bristol
on Hawkins Lane Finzels Reach - 0.1 mi from centre.
Venue said: Le Vignoble is a unique venue in Bristol city centre, located in Finzels Reach next to Castle Park. We have restaurant/bar style seating for up to 85 guests, a mixture of seated/standing space for up to 120 guests, or alternatively... -
Riverview Corner Private Area at Totos by the River
on 121 Redcliff Street - 0.2 mi from centre.
Our user said: ‘Nice atmosphere at the venue, lovely background of the river.’
Cheap waterfront venues in Bristol start from £50 hire fee per hour or £150 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Brown & Bye Restaurant & Bar at Brown & Bye, from £50 hire fee per hour (up to 70 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue had a mix of standing and seating areas, comfortably fit the 40-60 guests that we had.’ -
Totos' Lounge Bar at Totos by the River, from £150 hire fee per event (up to 120 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The venue itself was incredibly good value for money, including the food!’ -
The Boat at Three Brothers Burgers, from £100 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests standing)
Venue said: The Boat is a bright and airy space on the water, which can seat up to 75 guests seated and accommodate 50 guests standing. The space is beautiful, light, spacious, and perfect for a private party.
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Page last updated in October 2026
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