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The Balcony at St Nicholas Church

Event Space in a Church
·
Private space
Saint Nicholas Street, Bristol, BS1 1UE –
Bristol Old City
Up to 40
seats
Up to 70
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
External catering allowed

About this space

The Balcony is an elevated gallery in St Nicholas Church; its defining quality is an open, light-filled vantage overlooking the church interior.

Design: The Balcony pairs the church's historic shell with a contemporary gallery fit-out: white-painted walls, a timber-slat ceiling, a glass balustrade and a dark carpeted floor that create a clean, functional space.

Features: The Balcony has venue Wi‑Fi, a PA system with speakers and permission to play your own music or bring a DJ. The space is open-plan and benefits from abundant daylight; a glass balustrade preserves clear sightlines to the interior below.

Ideal for: Community groups and small teams seeking a relaxed, social gathering that works as an informal seated meeting or a standing reception.

What guests say: The space is historic and characterful and has a welcoming atmosphere. The space supports live music and performances.

Prices

Monday
8:00 – 0:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 0:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
8:00 – 0:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 0:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
8:00 – 0:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 0:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Thursday
8:00 – 0:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 0:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Friday
8:00 – 0:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 0:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Saturday
8:00 – 0:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 0:00
from £80 hire fee per hour
All prices include VAT.
Sunday
Closed
All prices include VAT.
Best price guarantee
Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 70
  • Dining
    up to 40
  • Classroom
    up to 40

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
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
No alcohol provided by the venue
BYO alcohol allowed A fee is charged if you bring your own alcohol
Corkage fee for BYO alcohol

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Flatscreen TV
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site
  • Unavailable: Parking available

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

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

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 (TENs) available

Host rules

1. Respect for the Space
Treat the venue and its furnishings with care. Any damages will be the responsibility of the hirer.
Maintain the cleanliness of the space during and after use. Please dispose of waste appropriately.
2. Consideration for Others
Keep noise levels to a minimum, especially during set-up and take-down.
Be respectful of any ongoing church activities or nearby residents.
3. Alcohol and Drug Policy
Alcohol may only be consumed on the premises if prior approval has been granted. Please adhere to local laws and regulations.
The use of illegal substances is strictly prohibited on the premises.
4. Safety and Emergency Procedures
Familiarise yourself with emergency exits and safety procedures upon arrival.
In case of an emergency, follow the instructions of venue staff and local emergency services
5. Event Conduct
All events must align with the values and mission of the church. Activities that may be deemed offensive or inappropriate are not permitted.
Guests are expected to behave in a manner that reflects respect for the venue and all individuals present.
6. Compliance with Laws
All activities must comply with the law, including regulations regarding noise, health, and safety.
The hirer is responsible for obtaining any necessary permits or licenses for their event, and must request permission to do so from the venue manager.
7. Supervision of Minors
If minors are present, they must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.
8. Photography and Recording
Prior permission must be obtained for any photography, video recording, or live streaming within the venue.
9. Breach of Conduct
Any violation of this Code of Conduct may result in the immediate termination of the event and forfeiture of any deposit

Safeguarding policy: stnicholasbristol.org/safeguarding

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

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About St Nicholas Church

St Nicholas Church is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Location

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Meet your host

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Member of Tagvenue since October 2024
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4.9 Rating
4h Response time
88% Response rate

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