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William West Room at Clifton Observatory

Event Space in a Historic Building
·
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

William West Room is a private event space in the Clifton Observatory defined by a curved, stone-faced interior and a compact, circular layout.

Design: The room has a low domed ceiling with recessed cove lighting, pale walls and a tiled floor that keep finishes restrained and simple. The interior includes fitted shelving, arched openings and compact proportions that create an enclosed, intimate setting.

Features: The room includes Wi‑Fi and an integrated PA system with speakers. The room permits own music and external DJs. The room is wheelchair accessible and is served by accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Intimate groups wanting a seated, focused gathering or a small, social reception in a contained, formal-feeling space.

What guests say: The camera obscura produces clear, panoramic images of the Suspension Bridge even in overcast conditions. The cave and rooftop vantage points provide distinctive views of the gorge, though access involves steps and uneven surfaces.

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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Alcohol licence until 23:30. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee

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
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
External catering allowed Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Conference call facilities Equipment for video or phone conferencing during your event
Photo equipment Camera and photography equipment available on site
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Video equipment
Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
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
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
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 Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions
Temporary event notices available

Cancellation policy: Custom

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Reviews and ratings

(3 reviews and ratings - )

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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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