Cafe/Lounge at Explorers Hangout

Cafe
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Whole venue
Merton Road, 25f, Bristol, BS7 8TL
Bishopston, Bristol

About this space

A casual café and lounge in an industrial-style setting whose defining quality is an eclectic interior punctuated by motorbike and gear displays.

Design: An interior of dark timber tables, metal-framed chairs and exposed finishes; abundant natural light and varied seating create an informal, compact layout.

Features: A PA system and speakers are installed and hosts may play their own music or bring a DJ subject to the venue's noise restrictions. A cleared area functions as a modest dancefloor and Wi‑Fi is provided throughout. A step-free guest entrance, wheelchair access and accessible toilets are available for accessibility.

Ideal for: Friend groups and local community groups seeking a relaxed, informal seated meal that can transition into standing, music-led socialising.

What sets it apart: A full-height roll-up frontage that opens the main room directly onto street-level seating, allowing quick indoor–outdoor flow.

What guests say: The venue's food is attractively presented and prepared with care. The venue's pricing is reasonable.


Prices

Monday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 20:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 20:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 20:00
from £20 per person
Per session
8:00 – 20:00
from £20 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 20:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 20:00
from £20 per person
Per session
8:00 – 20:00
from £20 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 20:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 20:00
from £20 per person
Per session
8:00 – 20:00
from £20 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 20:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 20:00
from £20 per person
Per session
8:00 – 20:00
from £20 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 20:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
10:00 – 16:00
from £20 per person
Per session
10:00 – 16:00
from £20 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 20:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 9 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 30
Dining
up to 16
Boardroom
up to 10

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water
Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
American cuisine
External catering allowed
Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Buyout fee for external catering
Kitchen facilities available for guests
Space where you can prepare food
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
Alcohol licence until 20:00 (extension available)
BYO alcohol allowed
You can bring your own alcohol (corkage fee may apply)

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Conference call facilities Equipment for video or phone conferencing during your event
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
Free parking is available on-site (20 spaces)
Free on-street parking
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
Space has noise restriction after 21:00

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence Venue is not licensed to host wedding ceremonies

Host rules

Staff will be on hand to help set up and cater during your event.

Cancellation policy: Flexible

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Explorers Hangout is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.


Location

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Meet your host

Mark Ralph
Member of Tagvenue since November 2025
6h Response time
100% Response rate

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