An event space with light wood flooring, natural light from large windows, movable white tables with wooden chairs, and a flip chart at Design West.
A black and teal building facade with bold 'DESIGN WEST' lettering and geometric patterns, set among leafy trees at Design West.
A modern dark building with teal geometric accents, prominent 'Design West' signage, balconies with metal railings, and leafy trees in front at Design West.
A waterfront outdoor seating area with people enjoying drinks at metal tables, surrounded by railings and greenery at Design West.

The Assembly Event Space at Design West

Event Space in an Event Venue
·
Private space
16 Narrow Quay, Bristol, BS1 4QA –
Bristol Old City
Up to 50
seats
Up to 50
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Assembly Event Space is an event space in Design West characterised by a column-supported open plan that can be reconfigured to suit different furniture layouts.

Design: The room has pale oak floorboards, white-painted walls and slender painted columns that create a simple, practical appearance. The overall finish is minimal and unobtrusive, letting the room's proportions and clear sightlines define the space.

Features: The space provides fast Wi‑Fi, a PA system and speakers, and permission to play your own music. The space includes movable tables and stacking chairs on castors plus flipchart facilities and floor power outlets for laptops. The space is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets, and on-site staff can provide technical support for AV and set-up.

Ideal for: Teams and professional groups seeking a practical, collaborative workspace for seated workshops and discussion in a relaxed, functional setting.

What sets it apart: A private balcony provides direct views over Bristol’s floating harbour.

What guests say: The space is bright and conducive to active engagement and collaborative sessions. The space is supported by attentive staff who provide technical assistance and accommodate setup needs.

Prices

Monday
9:00 – 22:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
9:00 – 22:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
9:00 – 22:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
9:00 – 22:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 22:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 22:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
Per hour
9:00 – 22:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
10:00 – 18:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:00 – 18:00
from £75 hire fee per hour
Note: Alcohol licence until 23:00. All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 50
Theatre
up to 50
Boardroom
up to 20
Cabaret
up to 36
U-Shaped
up to 20
Classroom
up to 36

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
No external catering allowed Catering must be booked through the venue
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
Alcohol licence until 23:00
No BYO alcohol allowed You can’t bring your own alcohol, drinks must be bought through the venue

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Acoustic paneling
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
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 not allowed Venue doesn’t allow outside DJs
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 Entrance has steps – no ramp available
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
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
No wedding licence Venue is not licensed to host wedding ceremonies
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

• No smoking in the building
• Required layout must be provided in advance
• The event space cannot be used for any activities that are dangerous, offensive, noxious, illegal or immoral, or which may become a nuisance

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day with Grace Period

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Reviews and ratings

(7 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
KM
Kath M.
Verified review
Company Fun Day · 16 guests · July 2023
This was a really pleasant venue - light and airy with the double doors opening onto the harbourside. A bit loud at times when the party boats passed outside but other than that it was perfect and we wouldn't hesitate to use them again. Leon was also fabulous in responding to, accommodating and sorting any requests made during the booking process. Would not hesitate to use this venue again.
We were advised on arrival that we had only paid for 1 x tea and coffee serving in the morning, but had also paid for a second serving on the afternoon. When I approached the on site team they were very accommodating and sorted the second serving with no issues. The seats were a little uncomfortable for a full day session - a little padding would have been great. Other than that - faultless.
4.9
KM
Kath M.
Verified review
Excellent communication
Leon was great and liaised with both Tag Venue and ourselves along the way.
5.0
SS
Susie S.
Verified review
Conference · 40 guests · September 2023
4.9
SS
Susie S.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About Design West

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Meet your host

Leon Etchells
Member of Tagvenue since March 2023
7 Reviews
4.9 Rating
1h Response time
68% Response rate

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