Upstairs Area at Bistro on the Quay

Event Space in a Restaurant
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Private space
3 Wherry Quay, Ipswich, IP4 1AS
Holywells, Ipswich

About this space

Upstairs Area is a private event space in Bistro on the Quay, a bright mezzanine defined by exposed timber beams and tall arched windows that maintain the building's warehouse character.

Design: The mezzanine preserves industrial warehouse proportions with exposed timber roof beams, white-painted brick walls, wooden floors and industrial pendant lighting that create a clean, architectural look.

Features: The room provides abundant natural light and a mix of seating including a large communal wooden table and separate high tables. The room includes a PA system and speakers for announcements or background music. The room has a step-free guest entrance, wheelchair access and nearby accessible toilets for ease of arrival and circulation.

Ideal for: Small corporate groups and private social groups seeking an intimate, relaxed space for seated dinners or casual standing receptions.

What sets it apart: A dedicated upstairs Wine Boutique housing over 140 curated wines, available for private tastings and wine-led gatherings.

What guests say: The upstairs space is welcoming and stylish and offers pleasant marina-side views by the windows.


Prices

Monday
12:00 – 21:30
from £35 per person
Per session
12:00 – 21:30
from £35 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 21:30. All prices include VAT.
Tuesday
12:00 – 21:30
from £35 per person
Per session
12:00 – 21:30
from £35 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 21:30. All prices include VAT.
Wednesday
12:00 – 21:30
from £35 per person
Per session
12:00 – 21:30
from £35 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 21:30. All prices include VAT.
Thursday
12:00 – 21:30
from £35 per person
Per session
12:00 – 21:30
from £35 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 21:30. All prices include VAT.
Friday
9:00 – 21:30
from £2000 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 21:30
from £2000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 21:30. All prices include VAT.
Saturday
9:00 – 21:30
from £2000 min. spend
Per session
9:00 – 21:30
from £2000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 21:30. All prices include VAT.
Sunday
9:00 – 17:00
from £35 per person
Per session
9:00 – 17:00
from £35 per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 21:30. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 1 day ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 38
Dining
up to 24

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
British cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 21:30
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

PA system / speakers
Natural light
Paid parking is available on-site
Dog friendly
Unavailable: Wi-Fi available
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
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: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

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

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

• Smoking on premises not allowed.


Bistro on the Quay is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.


Location

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