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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Alcohol licence until 21:30. All prices include VAT.
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Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 38
Dining
up to 24

Catering and drinks

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

Facilities

PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
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 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

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notices (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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