An event space with a velvet rope divider, balloon decorations, and a crowd at Totos by the River.
An event space with a dance floor, colorful balloons, and mood lighting at Totos by the River.
An event space with wood floors, neon signage, lounge seating, and balloon decorations at Totos by the River.
An event space in a bar with purple booth seating, wooden floors, and a neon TOTOS sign at Totos by the River.

Riverview Nook | Private Area at Totos by the River

Event Space in a Bar
·
Private space
121 Redcliff Street, Bristol, BS1 6HU –
Redcliffe, Bristol
Up to 60
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Riverview Nook | Private Area is a private event space in Totos by the River that pairs dedicated lounge seating with a clear open floor suitable for music and socialising.

Design: The room presents a compact, low-ceilinged interior framed by structural columns and a planted feature wall topped by a neon logo. The décor uses a muted palette and recessed downlights to deliver even, practical lighting across the space.

Features: The space includes a built-in PA and speaker setup and permits guests to play their own music or bring a DJ, with a clear wooden area left for dancing beside lounge tables. The space provides Wi‑Fi, a TV screen, natural daylight, step-free guest entrance and accessible toilets on the same level. The venue can arrange in-house food and drink packages and experienced bar staff for the booking.

Ideal for: Groups seeking a relaxed, music-friendly lounge for a mix of standing reception, dancing and informal seated dining.

What sets it apart: A large private sun terrace is included with the area, extending the hire space outdoors.

What guests say: The space has friendly, accommodating staff and a straightforward, flexible booking process. The space accommodates dietary requests and adjusts music levels to meet guests' needs.

Usually booked for

Party

Typically for 75-90 guests and costs about £50.

"Caroline was very accommodating and comms was excellent! Loved the space outside!!"

- Jason S. May 2025

Offers and packages

Menu

 Main menu
Main menu

Prices

Monday
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per day
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per day
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per day
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per day
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Friday
12:00 – 0:00
from £50–£175 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £50 hire fee
Per evening
19:00 – 0:00
from £175 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
12:00 – 0:00
from £50–£175 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £50 hire fee
Per evening
19:00 – 0:00
from £175 hire fee
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
12:00 – 0:00
from £50–£100 hire fee
Per afternoon
12:00 – 17:00
from £50 hire fee
Per evening
18:00 – 23:00
from £50 hire fee
Per day
12:00 – 0:00
from £100 hire fee per day
Alcohol licence until 2:00. Extension available. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 2 verified users

Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Dining
up to 50
Theatre
up to 60
Boardroom
up to 30
U-Shaped
up to 30
Classroom
up to 60

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
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
Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
Paid parking facilities available nearby
DJ Available To Book
Karaoke Equipment & DJ
Silent Disco
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Soundproof
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
Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
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
Temporary event notices available
No wedding licence

Host rules

Outside catering is not permitted and drinks may not be brought on to the premises. Confetti balloons and confetti cannons are not allowed.
Dog Friendly
Dogs allowed

Reviews and ratings

(92 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
NL
Niamh L.
Verified review
Bar · 60 guests · May 2026
Totos was a great venue to host a party - the downstairs bar was ideal, the ability to play our own music and play videos was great, and the flexibility to do what we wanted in the space was very appreciated
4.7
JS
Jason S.
Verified review
Party · 80 guests · May 2025
Caroline was very accommodating and comms was excellent! Loved the space outside!!
Shame it ended so early (bar closed at 10pm) but appreciate its quite built up in that area!
5.0
AB
Anna B.
Verified review
Children's Birthday Party · 50 guests · April 2025
Lovely kind staff - really great with my 16 yr old as it was her first party in a venue, very helpful with the DJ setting up too
Nothing
5.0
JM
James M.
Verified review
Excellent communication
Quick to respond, very eager to address any concerns I may have and asked for clarity on certain enquiries of mine to make certain that I had all the information I needed
5.0

FAQ

Yes, guests can bring a device such as a phone, iPad or laptop, which the venue will plug into the music system.

Yes, a playlist can be shared with the venue for playback on the sound system.

Yes, a music system is provided; just bring a device such as a phone, iPad or laptop, and it will be plugged in for you.

Yes, there are two large TV screens in this area that can project images or videos from a laptop.

Totos by the River is a #Supervenue

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Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb
Response time: within couple of hours
Response rate: 100%

About Totos by the River

Totos by the River is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Location

Location map

Meet your host

Caroline Totos
Member of Tagvenue since October 2023
92 Reviews
4.9 Rating
100% Response rate

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