A stone-walled courtyard with an arched doorway and wedding guests throwing confetti at Clifton Observatory.
Wedding offer

William West Room at Clifton Observatory

Event Venue
·
Private space
Observatory Road, Bristol, BS8 3LT –
Clifton, Bristol
Up to 75
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
External catering allowed

About this space

Named for the artist William West, who transformed an old snuff mill into the Clifton Observatory, this unique and gorgeous space is a blank canvas that suits any event. With striking multi-textural décor, including a glittering chandelier, a fully-stocked bar, and stage, your guests will be wowed by the William West room.

Amenities include a PA system including projector, microphones and Sonos sound system; along with fully customisable mood lighting, your choice of furniture layout, a stage, and a fully licensed bar. We also offer a range of add-ons to suit any event, such as unlimited tea and coffees; flip-charts; welcome drinks; and aisle décor.

Hire of the William West room also includes access to the rooftop terrace which boasts truly unforgettable views of the Clifton Suspension Bridge and Avon Gorge, along with a private patio area on the ground-floor level.

Event offers and packages

Package per person

Exclusive use of William West Room from 9am – 5pm
Access to the rooftop terrace (please note, this would be open to the public during the week as part of the café)
Use of projector, microphone & Sonos system
Unlimited Wi-Fi
Tea, Coffee & Water served throughout the day
Buffet lunch
Furniture
Complimentary access for guests to visit the Camera Obscura & Cave
Event Coordinator
We can also set up the bar or arrange drinks packages should there be any other drinks required

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 23:00
from £54 per person
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £54 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 23:00
from £54 per person
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £54 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 23:00
from £54 per person
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £54 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 23:00
from £54 per person
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £54 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 0:00
from £54 per person
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £2160 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee per day
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £54 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 0:00
from £1200–£2160 hire fee per day
Per evening
18:00 – 0:00
from £2160 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 23:00
from £1200–£1800 hire fee per day
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £1800 hire fee
Per day
9:00 – 17:00
from £1200 hire fee per day
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Pricing updated by venue 4 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Dining
up to 60
Theatre
up to 75
Boardroom
up to 26
Cabaret
up to 30
U-Shaped
up to 14
Classroom
up to 38

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
External catering allowed
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 23:30
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Photo equipment
Natural light
Video equipment
Mirrors
Unavailable: Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence available
Temporary event notices available

Cancellation policy: Custom

Show cancellation details

Reviews and ratings

(3 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
DC
Danny C.
Verified review
Function Room · 20 guests · September 2024
Great location excellent staff
5.0
BM
Beth M.
Verified review
Corporate Event · 15 guests · April 2022
Great location, lots of space for a group of 17 to work as a team. Projector with sound Very friendly and accommodating staff
4.8
CP
Colette P.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About Clifton Observatory

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